I turn 25 today and I am filled with a plethora of emotions. Confused about my future, yet excited for the unknown. Frustrated as I discover certain realities of our world, yet hopeful as I realize I get to create my own. Longing for more creativity and freedom, yet optimistic about experiencing more exchanges of free love with family, friends, lovers, and strangers. Most overwhelmingly, I feel grateful... grateful for everyone in my life, old and new. We often live our lives chasing after the next thing and forget to ask “why.” I am lucky to be surrounded by people who push me to think big and ask more. My questioning this year has reached an all-time high. While challenged and even debilitated at times, I feel at least one step closer to uncovering who I really am. Thank you to each of you who shared yourself with me over the past year. I hope the years ahead bring us more time together, more questioning, and above all, more love, not just between each other, but also within ourselves.