looking back at the year of 2025 - goals i set and hit

As 2025 comes to a close, I’ve been spending some time looking back on the goals I set at the beginning of the year and the ways they slowly came together. Not all at once. Not perfectly. But steadily, in a way that feels really good to reflect on.

One of my biggest goals for this year was booking ten weddings for 2026. It was a number that felt achievable but still required trust — trust in my work, my pricing, my process, and my ability to connect with the right couples. Hitting that goal didn’t happen overnight. It came through conversations, inquiries, follow-ups, and a lot of behind-the-scenes work that most people never see.

What meant the most to me wasn’t just reaching that number, but how it happened. The couples who booked with me in 2025 felt aligned. They trusted my vision, valued candid moments, and cared more about how their day felt than making everything look perfect. That kind of trust is something I don’t take lightly, and it reminded me why I do this in the first place.

This year also taught me patience. Growth didn’t look flashy or fast, but it was consistent. Each booking felt like a quiet confirmation that I’m on the right path, even when progress feels slow from the inside. Looking back now, I can see how much intention went into building something sustainable rather than rushing toward more.

Reaching this goal gave me confidence heading into the next year — not just in my business, but in myself. It showed me that setting clear goals, staying true to my style, and letting things unfold naturally can actually work together.

As I move forward, I’m carrying that lesson with me. Less pressure. More trust. More focus on meaningful work and the people I get to serve. 2025 was a year of steady growth, and hitting this goal feels like the perfect way to close it out.

Here’s to what’s next.