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I can't believe I'm turning 27 already! It feels like just yesterday I was 17 and in high school, wishing to be an adult already. My parents always said time goes faster as you get older and they weren't kidding! In honor of my 27th birthday, I decided to create 27 wishes for this year. Some are goals, some are reminders, and some are lofty aspirations.

1. Try to look on the bright side

2. Improve my friendships and make new ones

3. Spend less money but do more

4. See my family more often

5. Learn to swim

6. Smile more often

7. Improve focus and accomplish goals

8. Vend at Blythecon successfully

9. Post weekly & gain readers

10. Explore my neighborhood

11. Create a relaxing master bedroom

12. Keep my home clean and organized

13. Make my house feel like a home

14. Create an outdoor oasis

15. Find a stellar wedding venue

16. Plan more parties and barbeques

17. Learn to cook

18. Be more self-sufficient

19. Have more face-to-face interaction

20. Watch less tv and put down my phone

21. Do yoga and meditate

22. Get more sleep

23. Improve health and eat better

24. Try to eat more vegetarian/vegan meals

25. Exercise and get out more

26. Wake up earlier & feel less rushed

27. Learn to enjoy the little things!

What do you hope to accomplish this year?

When I was younger, I always imagined my life when I was a grown up. I'd be FABULOUS, working an awesome job that paid me well, be in love, and live out on Long Island. I couldn't wait to be a grown up. Now that I'm here, I have to say that I couldn't be happier.

I'm not quite as fabulous as I had hoped- I can't walk in heels due to my plantar fasciitis, I don't wear makeup or style my hair, and I can't wake up early enough to put on a creative outfit. Despite all of this, I'm exactly where I've wanted to be. A lot of people start blogging when they buy a house to chronicle their journey, so I figured I'd join the ranks of the elite and give it a shot.

They say stick to what you're good at, so I'll go with organizing, crafts, and party planning. The funny thing about me and organization- I love to do it... I'm great at it... but I suffer with the upkeep. I can find a place for everything, but sometimes I can't remember where that place is. Other times, my system fails because it doesn't take into account how lazy or rushed I can be. Admitting you have a problem is the first step in solving it! My goal, both as a homeowner and a new blogger, is to work on creative, affordable solutions that have a lasting impact.

In addition to making my house a home, I'm just starting to plan my wedding. Party planning is super fun, but wedding planning has been super stressful- this will be the largest event I've ever pulled off, with the challenge of a small budget added on top! I'll be sharing my findings along the way, and hopefully I can find some tricks to make planning a budget-friendly wedding a breeze.

Cheesy line alert: I hope you'll join me on this journey!