A Letter To 2025

 

Started off the year capturing the sunset in a different way yet my favourite one too, with the hopes it would be a good year and indeed it was. . .

Followed by spring, and all these beautiful pink trumpet trees. I selected my fav. photos but do believe me when I say I got loads of them in my camera roll. Despite being now December, they've bloomed again, which took me by surprise, but to be honest, i just love this and these quick moments, sometimes easy to capture, others just keep to myself. 

Lots of sunsets on the balcony were on the cards of 2025, I think I watched fewer this time around but it was beautiful to witness and capture some of them. You'll some more snapshots as you scroll down below.

I don't know when I became obsessed with palm trees, but I do love them. They do really scream 'summer' vibes, and indeed what a summer we had, more like heat wave. But still, those were the days, so beautiful and sunny and as bright as this year was. 

Barely there was any rain this year, but still enjoyed it while it lasted. I gotta say that rainy days while on the car hit different, but I seem to like them more. 

Flowers, flowers, flowers make me oh-so happy, no matter what type they are, they always put me in a good mood and make me smile too. 

Beautiful pink roses. . . 'pretty in pink' 

These were some of my favourites, they kinda reminded me of 'lavenders', but they are actually called Penitente (Petra Volubilis) , commonly known as purple wreath, queen's wreath or sandpaper vine. 

One of my favourite moon shots, which is easy to capture with the phone I have but managed to get a lovely shot of it. I've seen the moon all year long, and it always amazes how beautiful it is, specially when it gets bigger and you just can see all of its details in full splendor if you stare at it. So fascinating yet so magical. 

More palm trees because why not? I remember this day, sitting on the backseat of the car and just looking around, enjoying the not so bright yet so gloomy kind of day. 

Another favourite flower of mine, rain lilies. I just love them and everytime I see them, yes or yes got to take a photo of them, I kid you not when I tell you I truly love them especially after it pours rain.

One of my absolute favourite sunsets of 2025, seeing it through the side view mirror while on the car was kinda fun. 

More sunsets of 2025, this is what I call the 'dramatic' sunsets. . . 

Another sunset captured this way as well. . . 

And the turn for the soft pastel hued sunsets. . . 

Another moon shot! Stunning!

And last but not least, the most beautiful and tiniest teeny tiny little flower I've ever seen! So cute!

That was my little dump—a recap of the aesthete moments of 2025.

As I go into a moment of self-introspection and reflection, I have to say this was a beautiful and blessed year. Sure, every year is—and I know I often say the same thing—but the simple fact of having the opportunity to go to bed and wake up to a brand-new day is priceless, and something I will always be deeply grateful for.

As always, here’s my letter to this beautiful year of 2025.

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Dear 2025,

It all started with a simple quote of my own—one I use most of the time to welcome a new year. It carried the idea of holding onto unfulfilled promises and choosing to be more hopeful than I was the year before.

 

There’s a sense of hope in the air— the kind that stirs quietly within, anticipating what’s yet to unfold. It’s not just about the faith that those unfulfilled promises, the ones I’ve held close for so long, are still on their way. That’s the beauty of a new beginning: it keeps the heart of hope alive, reminding me that even in the waiting, something is being lovingly prepared beyond what I can see. 

As I look back now, I realize that many things were indeed accomplished. The ones that weren’t feel lighter on my shoulders. Where I once paid more attention to the negative or difficult moments, this year something shifted. Through self-introspection, I began to see the endless blessings instead—and the weight of the negative slowly faded.

As the year unfolded, everything happened in its own time. Looking back, I find happiness once again in the small, quiet moments. Just like last year, these moments felt deeply meaningful. As you can see from the photos I’ve shared, I find joy in the world around me, even in the simplest things. A single flower or a pastel-colored sky can brighten my day, make me pause for a split second, and simply be thankful.

Once again, I was surrounded by the love of my family—sharing time together, bonding, and going out. That included eating at different restaurants, trying new meals, and creating memories around the table. I’m usually the kind of person who finds a dish they love and orders it every single time, but this year I tried new things and enjoyed every bite. From savory dishes to sweet desserts, those moments shared with my family are ones I will always hold close to my heart.

I was also surrounded by the love of my friends—the ones who continue to support me, even from afar. I am grateful for their kindness, their love, and the memories we’ve shared, both the laughter and the tears.

There were things I didn’t accomplish once again, but they weigh less on me now. I remain hopeful that they will come in time. Other things did happen, and for those, I couldn’t be more thankful.

I turned thirty-one. Every year feels like the escalator moves a little faster as time speeds on. But age and numbers no longer scare me. In fact, whenever I’m asked, I proudly say how old I am. I think I truly needed that closure to my twenties—to start anew, to leave behind what had to be left behind, and to keep moving forward.

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On a more personal note, let's revisit the 'realistic goals I set earlier this year' :

*Reading: 

No other books were included in this beside The Bible, other than that, I have read a few articles here and there to feed and deepen my fashion knowledge. 

*Fitness: 

I walked a lot this year. At one point, I even stopped working out altogether. But I recently started again, doing 20–30 minute workouts—and I missed it so much. P.S.: I’ll be doing my workout right after this post goes up.

*Food & Health: 

I tried new meals and unexpectedly gave up drinking Coke—it happened all of a sudden. I can no longer tolerate the taste, so I switched to drinking Quatro every once in a while instead. I still have many recipes saved on my Pinterest board that I hope to try soon.

Oh, and by the way—I love kefir. It really helped with my tummy issues. I also got a Greek yogurt from the same brand and I’m curious to see how it goes, since I usually get bloated when I try new ones.

*Finances: 

This year, I also reached two financial goals: having a certain amount saved both in my personal savings and in my emergency fund. I never thought I would actually reach those milestones, yet at the same time, I believed I could—especially during the moments when I only had to add a little at a time, but every 'peso' counts.

*Social Media & Instagram: 

I didn’t post as much this year. Instead, I spent time watching a few Instagram stories, liking content from my favorite accounts, and sharing only what felt right. A couple of posts made it to my feed and stories—mostly photos and music, including the ones shared here. Another goal accomplished? I think so.

*Blogging: I didn’t stick to the plan of blogging once a month, but I showed up whenever I felt called to write—without pressure or rush. I loved that freedom, and I hope to keep coming back here whenever I feel inspired.

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While I still hold close to those unfulfilled promises, I thank God for all the blessings and opportunities—for 365 days of walking in His path, holding His hand. Even in moments when I felt attacked by my own thoughts, or weighed down by sadness, everything now feels lighter on my shoulders. God continues to carry my burdens, slowly restoring the joy, peace, and happiness my heart longs for. 

As 2025 comes to an end, I carry forward the faith, patience, bravery, strength, sense of calm and stillness, and the deep gratitude this year has given me. With a heart full of appreciation for every step—big or small—I step into the new year ready for what lies ahead. Thank you, 2025, for everything. Here’s to continued growth, to keeping on blooming, and to the beautiful things yet to come.

I step into 2026 with less urgency and more trust—learning to release control and allow life to unfold as it’s meant to. I want to move with greater intention, choosing presence over rush, and honoring the pace that truly feels right for me. Guided by faith, I choose gentle courage even when the path feels unclear, trusting that each season will bring exactly what my heart needs to grow.

To my lovely readers, if you’ve made it this far, I wish you a beautiful and happy New Year. May your days be filled with the very best—not just today, but always! As per usual, thank you for being part of my journey and my life. I truly appreciate every comment and interaction, despite me not blogging that much this year! Thank you so much from the very bottom of my heart and  see you in 2026. 🤍