As one year ends and another begins….yeah millions of people around the world are probably writing blogs that begin in a similar fashion, talking about whether they kept their new year’s resolutions from last year and what their resolutions for this year are. Well I’m not going to exactly do that. I don’t remember what my resolutions from last year were, let alone whether I accomplished them or not. I don’t see the point in making any this year; it’s a nice sentiment but we all know new year’s resolutions are just made to be broken within a week.
2009 was a rough year for many reasons, yet, despite what my grandma may think, I consider it a good year. The roughest part was probably the passing of my grandpa in March, shortly after my 21st birthday. But despite that happening, good things also happened. I finally started back to college and proved to myself that I could do it by earning a 4.0 GPA both semesters. My self confidence, while still severely lacking, improved by leaps and bounds. I became more emotionally stable. Most of all I met some wonderful people who truly enrich my life. I dedicate this to the people who make my life worth living.
Bethany, my best friend, my wife :-p. (For all those confused, it’s an inside joke.) I love you so damn much. I honestly don’t know where I’d be today without you. You have helped me through bad situations and been one of my biggest cheerleaders during good situations. I will never forget how you took time out of your birthday just to make sure I was ok when grandpa died. Hopefully 2010 turns out to be the year we finally get to meet.
Chelsey, you always give me your honest opinion no matter what, even if it’s to say that I’m being an idiot. Your sarcasm keeps me laughing during even the worst times, and I’m so glad I have someone to share my hatred of idiots with.
Allison, your insanity and our random chats are things I look forward to so much. You will never know how much it means to me that you and JD have taken time out to come visit me, even when I can’t come visit you. Oh, and this is for you, since you’ve probably worn your other one out…*hands brand new pool noodle*.
Diana, you are truly the big sister I always wanted. You make getting up at 6 am every morning worth it. Our chats are truly something I look forward to every day and they really mean a lot to me. Thank you for all the times you’ve listened to my rambling, for putting up with my lengthy and often daily face book messages, and for being there for me no matter what. Thank you for all the advice you have given and for being one of my biggest supporters. I love you big sis and wish you didn’t live on the other side of the world!
Tere, what do I say about you? I’m still unsure as to why you put up with me sometimes, but I’m so grateful that you do. Despite only knowing you a few months, we’ve certainly had our share of ups and downs, but somehow we made it through. You’ve never given up on me even when I gave up on myself and for that I thank you. You are a wonderful friend, and I’m sorry that I tend to frustrate you quite often. I promise, I am yours, forever or until you get tired of me, whichever comes first. I love you so much.
I have so many other people who bring joy to my life, but if I named them all, I’d be here until the end of next year. So to all my friends, I do love you all so much and hope that all your wishes for 2010 come true.
