2008 Another Year Over

Happy New Years! It is January 1st 2009, what a scary thought. I can't believe another year has passed by. 2008 was an eventful year for me with lots of highs and lows. Ty and I bought our first house as a couple and we love it. Some people love to spend lots of money on an awesome car, for me I love my home. I would rather drive a bomb but live in a beautiful house. Ty and I have spent time together making this place our home, and it reflects our personality and love for each other. We like nothing better than curling up on the couch and watching a great movie. Or making dinner in our kitchen after a long day at work and sharing a meal. I also got my first pet since Jessie who I still miss every day. George our long haired jack russell is quirky, loving, hyperactive and a loyal brother to Keith. The two of them absolutely love each other, and they keep Ty and I entertained with their antics.

Ty continued to do his amazing charity work in his sandtrooper outfit. He did events for Kids Flicks and the Starlight foundation. He also created an amazing sandtrooper model from scratch which I'm so proud of.

I was working for a company that made me miserable with it's constant bullying and double standards. Workwise 2008 has been an extremely stressful year, but I am looking forward to 2009. I am about to become self employed and try my hand at making money through the online retail business. To be honest I am petrified because it could fail miserably. I have a good feeling about it, because I am so passionate about what I am selling but things have a way of not working out as I planned. So as many situations in life require - I am prepared for the worst but hope for the best.

I have missed Phan, Clara and especially my niece Beth terribly this year. They have been in Brisbane for a year now and they have three more years to go. It has been quite difficult because Beth has a way of picking me up when I'm feeling hopeless. I have adjusted to the situation and it just makes the time I spend with her even more valuable.

I have many things I would like to achieve in 2009. I would like to spend more time with my family and friends. I would like to worry less and just let life take its natural course. I would like to look after my health, and excercise more.

Life is never predictable and it isn't easy. I've learnt that through the many challenges God has thrown my away. But I've been rewarded with so much as well. A loving family, loyal friends and a partner who I can see myself spending the rest of my life with. I don't generally believe in new years resolutions, but if I had to make one it would be to be more grateful for what I have.