NYE 2011

For my last post of 2011, I want to give myself a few goals for the upcoming year even if it may be the last for the world. I did make it through one world ending day, but I don't mind partying like the world will end tomorrow. I also must say this last year has been a good one. There were moments of happiness and sadness, and I am happy that I was able to document those moments by blogging. Writing is good for the soul. Now for my world ending resolutions:

1. More Yoga and Dance! Not only are these going to help me shed the rolling holiday pounds, but they will be help me unwind. As classes become more serious and some relationships more complicated, I will need a healthy way to relieve some stress.

2. Stay Positive! When the world gets sad, I want to use the written word and a good cry to grieve. Then I need to move on to more positive thoughts that don't include retail therapy. In the words of Churchill,"When going through hell, keep going."

3. Take More Financial Responsibility! In a little over a year, I will be supporting myself. I want to use the next year to learn more about my money and what I need to support myself. I also want to look into investing in some property while the market is slow. Hopefully I could use the property to give myself an extra income in the future.

4. Keep Strong Relationships! In the last year, I built good relationships with my parents, and I kept up with the people who are meant to be in my life. I want to keep those relationships strong and improve my ability to balance my time between my responsibilities and relationships. Having a large support system of friends and family makes life the best it can be.

5. Make New Connections! Last year, I made so many new friends. All of those friends helped me to grow in some way, and I want to continue bring new people and influence into my life in this next year. I hope to continue to see myself grow and improve through the help of new relationships.

I am excited for the start of 2012. I have a feeling it will be one of the best years of my life. I also hope it is not the end of the world, but if it is, I know I will go out happy and without regret. Time to party like there is no tomorrow! Bring on 2012!

Winter Wonders

The reunion with some of my Italia friends was wonderful. I miss them already! Skiing and living the hippie life for a week was awesome. Loved my mountain vacation.
This Christmas eve I spend in Alabama. Nice to spend time with family especially when they agree to pay for more of my travels. Now I just have to decide where I want to go next and soon.
I have missed Angel since I have been home. I feel like I have cried as much for my little cat as I did when my grandfather died seven years ago. She was so amazing and loving. I miss her a lot. I am sad she couldn't make it to Christmas. Poor Angel.
Holidays without traditions are not that special. I hope maybe one day we could just travel for the holidays. Paris for Christmas would be awesome and so beautiful.
I can't believe the year is almost over. It went by so quickly. For the most part it has been a good year. I am happy to see what the next year will bring. It will be nice to have a place to sleep this year besides my car. Not such a fan of starting out the year homeless. Already this next year is looking up. There is a possibility that this could be the last new years. In fact there could be less than a year left for everyone. Time to live up to everything. I have decided that I will not hold back this year since it may be the end of the world. Time to live large and do everything to the max. Living every day like it could be the last.
Happy holidays!

Winter Sundays

There is a certain sadness and loneliness that can only be found on Sunday nights during the winter season. These feelings find me restless tonight. I just don't like Sunday nights or winter. Both are terribly dreadful.

I miss my baby girl, but I am relieved that she is no longer in stress or pain. She can breathe again and she has been restored to her full womanly figure. She is my beautiful bright white Angel.

This past weekend was wonderful. I enjoyed a few lazy days of Netflix, wine. and Mexican. DT nights were entertaining.

Today I organized my apartment because if you organize your living space you can organize your life. Tomorrow I will study for my last final between pampering sessions. I have a hair appointment in the afternoon. A new hair style quickly creates a feeling of confidence and happiness. I also plan on a much needed pedicure. I can study my notes while in the massage chair. Relaxed and focused while putting some much needed color on my toes. My incentive to passing my last final is the hot stone massage I scheduled for Tuesday afternoon. I will begin my winter break without tension.

I am excited to take my favorite Texan out in Athens. I am also nervous about skiing. I don't usually do well in snow. The Italia reunion will be amazing. I can reconnect with my hipster side.

I am close to overcoming all of the obstacles. Happiness and joyous occasions are within reach.

An End to Sadness

Its been a long week's journey to the almost end of the semester. I am happy to be done with all papers and classes for the semester. I am also relieved at the end of all worrying and suffering. I have been crying for A since August. The grief still lingers, but the oceans of tears have come to their end. Now is time for happiness and celebration. This weekend will be one to remember, and in a few short weeks, I will be reunited with my summer friends. No more sadness. I will dry my tired eyes and enjoy myself. Cheers to the freaking weekend.