My apologies blog followers (again all 3 of you) for not posting in quite a while, however; the holidays have kept me extremely busy and while I thought about posting many times just never got around to it.
While at home over Christmas (in the great state) I went out with my cousin who I had not seen since May and while chatting with him I began to reflect back on this past year. As 2010 comes to a close I decided to publish my reflection on my year which can only be summed up as "The best year of my life...so far"
The year 2010 was rung in with my very good friend at the Playboy party in Downtown Chicago, a wonderful night and a great way to start a great year (with good friends, good music and really good drinks)
I went on many many trips this year, some would call it the year of travel for me. I visited many friends and family all around the United States and went on numerous short weekend trips with friends and family. Each trip I enjoyed greatly and was very happy to get to not only see and spend time with my friends but also to see many new cities.
I also challenged myself quite a bit physically this year by completeling not only my first half marathon but my first full marathon as well. As many of you are aware neither of these were easy accomplishments especially when I attempted to give up alcohol for 12 weeks as part of a training regiment. This will not be attempted ever, ever again. Training for these races challenged me greatly and made me realize that if I can train for a marathon I can do absolutely ANYTHING!!!! This made me feel very completed in life at the ripe old age of 24.
My grandfathers estate that had been up in the air for quite some time was finally settled and my family and I were able to finally have some closure.
Lastly I celebrated my 1 year anniversary at work this year. Not only was this a celebration in that I didn't get fired in a whole year, but also in that I didn't have to move. As I have moved every year for the past 4 it was very nice to feel somewhat stable and not have to try to recruit my father to carry all my stuff up and down multiple flights of stairs.
I met a lot of people this year and made many new friends. I was able to pretty much do everything and anything I wanted to and for this I am very thankful. I was also able to learn a lot about myself as an adult this year and have been very happy with what I have learned.
As I prepare for 2011 I can only hope that it as nearly as wonderful a year as 2010 was, and I can safely say that if my New Years Eve plans have anything to do with what is in store for me next year, it is going to be one rocking spectacular year!!!
