Please keep in mind, these are in no particular order. Also, I obviously consider my immediate family and oldest/closest friends some of the most incredible people in my life. However, for the sake of this post, I'll focus on the relationships that were recently developed or drastically changed within the last year.
1. Rachel Cantrell
Femininity is a gift that only women are privileged enough to receive. Embrace it fully.
2. Jose Madrid
Never settle for anything less than a man who loves God more than anything else. As a result, he views his sisters in Christ as treasures to be protected.
3. Eugenia Rivero
Living in such a way where your main priority is striving for virtue will bring you endless amounts of happiness and success.
4. Angie Rivero
A cheerful spirit and joyous demeanor is contagious. It has the power to completely change the atmosphere around you. Take advantage of that.
5. Annie Khuong
God puts people in your life at exactly the right time. His timing for friendships is infinitely better than ours is.
6. James Buitran
One of the best ways to invest in a friendship is to simply spend time with people. Take time out of your busy day to really just be with someone.
7. Shane JonesIf someone looks at your friendship and says they "see Jesus" in it, you know you're doing it right.
8. Stephanie Ruiz
If you believe something, you must not only love it, but defend it. Never be afraid to wholeheartedly stand up for what you believe in. Be a witness.
9. Aunt Molly Bringas
We don't become saints by trying to live up to unrealistic and perfect standards of behavior. We do so by living out our days with endless amounts of love.
10. Chris Koeppen
Friendship isn't measured by the amount of time you've known someone. Instead, it's measured by the amount of love you show to the other person not only in times of joy, but also in times of sadness.
11. Alexandria Harrison
There are good days and bad days. No matter which you're handed, always put your best effort forth. Never do anything half way.12. Nolan Aparicio
Our family members are the first people we're exposed to. From them we develop our morals and foundation. Never take that for granted. They came first for a reason; keep it that way.
13. Chris EumontWhere your passion meets the needs of the world, therein your vocation lies. If you find a way of life you love to live, you have to develop the courage to live it.
14. Giovan Cuchapin
When God puts someone in your life who genuinely cares for you and wants to see you succeed, treasure that relationship. Listen to what they have to say and let them guide you.
15. Claire McMullin
If you thought of your life as a challenge to "keep the faith," you have to find people that would be quality teammates. Thank God for these people, and never let them go.
16. Dr. Roy Joseph
Academic successes are important. It is necessary to work hard to receive good results. However, this idea extends past academia. It should be the way we approach our relationship with God as well.
17. Alexia Piquet
To be loved involves being fully known. Find people whom you can trust and be vulnerable with them. Your relationship becomes instantly strengthened.18. Daniel Perez
Siblings often times know you better than you could ever know yourself. Not only is this a great quality to have in a family member, but also one of the best to have in a friend.
19. Grandma Laura Farias
The way you live your life will be remembered. Strive for a life that serves as a witness to God's love even after you've passed away.
Lord, there are not enough words I can use to express how thankful I am for the impact these people have had on my life. I thank You for another amazing year and I can't wait to see what blessings this next year will hold.
