It's that time of year where so many people are writing "end of the year" blogs and lists. Let me be the first to say, "I'm ready to see 2008 to the door!" and have nothing but warm welcome for 2009. I'm expecting a better year. Shouldn't be too hard to meet that expectation as the bar is so low if it's based solely on 2008.
But, even though I'm not sad to see this year come to a quiet close, I feel I should mention the good things that happened in 2008.
Traveling to the Atlantic coast in both North and South Carolina......such beautiful places! Having grown up in a land-locked state, I love to see and hear the ocean any chance I get.
Watching my oldest nephew, Tyler, graduate from high school. He's such a fine young man and I'm so proud of him!
Being true to my word and ending a seven-year relationship because it was no longer the right thing for me.
So many good times with friends.....and usually involving karaoke!
So much good music in the world........it really does lift my mood to listen to music I love! I'm glad to have discovered Julia Nunes and Ingrid Michaleson this year. I'm also glad that Zooey Deschanel is part of the duo, She & Him. I love her voice and am glad to hear more from her!!
I'm happy to have discovered Josh "the Ponceman" Perry and his YouTube serial, The Retarded Policeman. Before you jump to conclusions based on the title of the show, you need to go HERE to read my previous blog about this incredible actor who never fails to put a smile on my face and laughter on my lips! So important to me these days!
Meeting Sugar D......I had no idea how important he would turn out to be, but he has been my northern star which constantly helps me navigate the ups and downs of my journey through unemployment.
I'm healthy and happy.
My parents came to my rescue and helped me by paying for much needed car repairs and don't expect me to pay them back until I'm back on my feet again........thank God for parents who love unconditionally and who will always be Poppy and Lovey Mom for me no matter how old I get!
All of the sweet and marvelous things my friends have said and done for me the last few weeks. I hate to name people because I will probably leave someone out and I don't want to make anyone mad.....but I want to mention a few! Jessica, Jessican, Rebeckah, Kelly, Holly, Amy, Andy, Jeff, Shannen and Sugar D for checking on me on a regular basis and giving me encouragement!
There are so many peeps on Facebook who have been so very encouraging.....because there are too many to name, you can go HERE and look at them if you like.
So......that's my short but very important list of good things from 2008. Let the countdown to 2009 begin!
1 comment:
Look at you, Miss-say-goodbye-to-2008 so early! Wow! You have had a traumatic year! A year that traumatic can only be followed by an AMAZING and sensational one! I am positive! I pray for you every morning and every night! I pray that God will give you the perfect job! Hug! Hug! Hug!
PS You are right. That dog is SO cute. I can't stand it : ).
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