18

I run my fingers through the curls, setting them to make them look loose and flowy. It took me over an hour to curl my hair. I was wearing a golden A-Line Halter neck,  floor-length maxi dress with ruffle beading. I decided to keep my makeup to a minimum meaning just lipstick, concealer, mascara, and blush as I wasn't feeling like doing a whole eye look, I did put on a little eyeliner thought. I put on a pair of golden earrings and flats because I can't with heels in this dress. I fix my lipstick in the mirror as I hear the bell ringing meaning people are arriving for my New Year's Eve Party.

I open the door and the first people to arrive are none other than my best friend Heidi and her husband Kevin.

"You look gorgeous as always" Heidi smiles embracing me in a hug.

"Says you!" I admire her emerald green knee-length silk dress, which went so well with her short blonde hair.

"What about me?" Kevin furrows his eyebrows. Heidi and I roll our eyes as I g