you can be sure that it will only get better

2007...

7 lessons learned:
* i can take an active role in my happiness but i have to be open to the outcomes.
* direct communication is better in the long run.
* hard times show you who is really there for you.
* timing is a big factor.
* you probably will not be happy if someone changes to be what you want.
* you cannot see the end from the beginning.
* your fear is probably worse than the actual thing itself.

7 key people:
* zerlina
* keiko
* mitsuko
* mindy
* minh
* keven

7 highlights:
* birthday surprises
* sunrise
* maui
* wedding season
* living in hawaii
* finding direction
* family gathering

7 new favorites:
* "ugly betty"
* UH Warriors
* green tea azuki bowl
* quinoa
* salad
* Colbie Caillat
* Island Snow

7 challenges:
* saying no
* feeling torn
* moving away
* recording a song
* confronting
* being patient with life
* moving on