ethereal

champagne

I smoothed out my taupe-gold a line dress that was draped over my body. It was halter, and hugged my curves up until my waist, then spread out just before my hips. I slipped on my nude heels, not too high.

Putting finishing touches on my makeup, I swiped on some light brown and rose gold shadow. I picked my favourite mascara and a mauve lip colour and put those on.

Tonight me and Shawn would end another one of our years together. We were going to Ian's house for a New Years party. Not many people were going though, which was okay.

My phone buzzed.

Shawn ❤: Babe are you ready?

M: Yup! I can't wait

Shawn ❤: And I can't wait to see my beautiful girlfriend 😍

M: I love you ❤
M: And I already know you look amazing

Shawn ❤: I love you more. I'll be there in 5 😘

With that, I shut my phone off and took my black wool coat from my closet. I slipped it on, grabbed my purse and keys, and started to walk downstairs.

I'm guessing my mom already let Shawn into the house, because when I walked down the stairs, I was looking at my feet watching where I stepped. I wasn't looking ahead. And I heard a gasp. I heard Shawn. I looked up once I was on the third step from the floor and smiled sweetly at the boy in a tux standing in front of me.

"Amara you look... you just look so," He stuttered, struggling to get the words out. "Amazing." He said, walking over to the steps and leading me down to the floor. I wrapped my arms around his neck and pecked his lips. "Thank you babe." I smiled. He blushed and we said bye to my mom and dad. After they took pictures of course. We even took some of them too, as they were going to a party at Shawn's house.

We got in the car and jammed out to Ed Sheeran the whole way to Ian's house.

The night was a blast, with loud music playing, good food, fun games and memorable moments. It was 11:55. We all gathered around the TV in Ian's living room to watch the ball drop in NYC.

"Ten! Nine! Eight! Seven! Six! Five! Four! Three! Two!" We all yelled. Then just before the last number, Shawn turned to me, took my hands in his, and quietly said, "One." He smiled and cupped my cheeks in his. He looked into my eyes and kissed me passionately, sparks flying everywhere. My arm was laced around his neck and the other was rested on his chest. His hands were on my cheeks. I could feel him smile in the kiss, and that made me smile. I pulled away and gave him the biggest hug ever. He even picked me up and spun me around.

"Happy New Year baby." He said softly, his eyes shining with happiness. "Happy New Year" I pecked his cheek and he let me down.

We hugged everyone else, and Shawn popped open the champagne bottle. Obviously we couldn't drink, but a few sips was fine, and it's New Years. Shawn and I clinked glasses and smiled at each other.

2017 is gonna be a good year. Or is it?

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AHHHHHH YOU GUYS. It's 2017!! My 2016 was okay, I feel like it could have been better, but it also could have been a lot worse. I really hope 2017 is gonna be a great one !! I'm so thankful for all of you guys omg ❤ Thank you for getting me this far in Ethereal! It means so much. You guys are my favourites and ilyyyyyyy 💍

I have a lot of plans for Ethereal in 2017, and it might get confusing! I thought out all the events today so I know what's gonna happen 🙏 Hopefully you guys love it!! Oh ya... did I say I love you guys yet?? Wellllll I LOVE YA ❤❤

I hope you all have an awesome 2017 and you stay as positive as you possibly can. Staying positive is key to making yourself happy and everyone around you happy!! ILY GUYS AH i haven't said that enough 💌

Ily !!

- maya papaya 🎉