Here she is: just a little seed at this point, figuring out how to take root.

Me at three years old in my witch costume for Halloween.

Me and my sunshine—otherwise known as my Aunt Kay—eating dinner together this summer.

This is me and my cousin back when we would make various menus for imaginary customers and tell each other silly dreams.

This is me the summer before first grade after finishing my first ever chapter book.

Me at two years old on Halloween in my princess dress that lit up.

This is a tree that stands in my front yard. Simply gazing at the vivacious hues of red brings a wave of tranquility over me.

She would wear her sunglasses everywhere: around the house, to the store, and even to her doctor's appointments.

Me in 2011 on my way to graduate from preschool.