This picture has meaning far beyond what it looks like This picture was taken the same day an entire community lost a best friend. I was inspired by such a beautiful soul that I continue to remember him in the careless fun that I have because he reminded me that life is short. The way he lived inspires me. Not only did he fulfill every minute he had but he fulfilled every heart that he encountered. This marks one of the hardest days of my life yet. But it also marks the day where the love that surrounded me assured me that good can come from bad. By that, I mean the way Andy lived his life was a reminder to everyone who knew him that anger is unnecessary, smiling is really easy, friendships are the most important and doing things that make you happy is as simple as that – they make you happy. Judgement is for the weak, crown whiskey will treat you right and staying in touch is crucial. I can’t thank him enough for all that he has done for me, then and now. RIP baby, you will never leave my heart.

Before you can love, you must love yourself. Be happy always. I’m at a point in my life where it am confident in who I am. I grew up always being attacked on how muscular my body was because of the sports I was involved in. I was constantly called manly and really thick. It affected me extremely. After 8 years of being criticized and trying to fit in with what society expected me to look like, I have accomplished so much. Being proud of who I am is something I never thought I’d be able to do. God made me this way for a reason. Everyone is made differently. I am beautiful regardless, and I love the way I am.