i survived, and that's all

December 27, 2024

so, it's almost 2025. i would say that this year went faster than the others, but there's no use in saying that, because i know exactly why. every year i work more and more, so the year goes faster, the days get shorter, and i get less time to do what i want.

anyways, i'm very glad to be alive. one year ago, i had just had surgery. i had my thyroid removed because of cancer. i went through some treatments. and now, it's almost 2025, and my exams and scans show that i'm practically cured.

my dad moved to another state to live by the beach. he lived 68 years without knowing the ocean, and now he lives by the beach. my mom got a job, and more importantly, she kept the job.

i was able to travel to another country for the first time. i saw penguins with my love, and i was so close to antarctica. i heard people speak another language, and i explored buenos aires by myself.

i fulfilled my oldest dream and saw a concert that was my biggest childhood goal. it was the perfect and best birthday gift ever. i studied a lot, and i hope to study more next year. each and every one of those things on that list, i achieved with my love by my side.

i guess this is just a post to remind me that this year was really good for me, because i had the courage to face it. and i hope i get to be brave enough for 2025.

"I never rode a motorcycle
I never smoked a cigarette
I wanna live a vibrant life
But I wanna die a boring death
I know I was a disappointment
Know you wanted me to take a risk
Not everybody gets the chance to live
A life that isn't dangerous"