I know a lot of people think this way. As if the stroke of midnight and the leaving behind of a year either good, bad or otherwise will then render them new and fresh.
I don't feel that way....I know, surprise surprise. I like to see this as more of a realistic outlook rather than cynicism. Self-preservation. My big-eyed, sunny outlook on the world dissipated long ago.
I had a good year. A different year; unlike any I have had in my life. I doubt like any I will have again. I didn't work at all, instead went back to school full time. That was a bit weird. At first anyway. Now I don't ever want to work again. (Just kidding) But seriously, it has been phenomenal being able to be at everything for my kids and not worry, and although I know it's coming to an end.
I have enjoyed it immensely.
So what have I done this year? Let's see:
- Completed 38 college credits by going to school full time year round (and made Dean's List)
- Went to six concerts including my ultimate bucket list....Pearl Jam
- Went to Charleston, SC twice! I love that city and got to take my boys the second time around
- Ran in seven races...not as many as years past but still
- Got two tattoos
- Developed my faith even deeper than before
- Lost more weight by working out and eating healthy and lots of inches as well
- Took my boys to some really cool places in Michigan
- Spent many long drunken evenings with friends, talking and making the world right
- Became a Hospice Caregiver Respite volunteer
- Volunteered at several events for homeless and hungry and needy
- Put up a free library in my front yard (with the help of some awesome friends)
- Grew my first garden successfully
- Watched a few people who I love dearly get married and hopefully live long happy lives together
- Wrote more this year than I have in my life thanks to an awesome class and gorgeous professor
- Went on several first dates...only first because apparently I am not everyones cup of tea
- Realized though the above may be true there is nothing wrong with me, I am awesome and fantastic
- Kissed quite a few really cute men
- Made some really poor decisions
- Made some excellent ones
- Learned that words are just words and not promises although I knew that already
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