2012 in Review

What did the year look like?

I decided to apply for my Masters of Education in Teacher-Librarianship, got accepted, and completed 2/10 classes. It's been tough, but also really good. I'm learning so much and making some new connections. Since I haven't gotten a contract yet, I'm also hoping it will help out in that department.

I did not add to the crazy cat lady collection except in books. Read lots of books and hope to read even more next year. Just need to budget my time a little more wisely. Best reading spot in 2012? Next to the ocean on Maui. Sooo nice. Not too hot or too cold, slight breeze, beautiful scenery, and the waves crashing on the shore. Perfect.

Speaking of budgets ~cough~ ~cough~ also a resolution. Sold my car and got Mom's. Officially became debt free. Started looking for a house - what an emotional roller-coaster - think I've finally come to rest with 'don't do it until you have a contract.' Will be nice to experience this debt freeness for a while.

Still haven't finished a quilting project...

We'll see how far and wide 2013 takes me. I am most hoping to move out and get a full-time job... and, of course, fall in love :D

Merry Christmas!

Whoops - been a long time since my last post. My apologies.

My main Christmas present was a week in Maui in November. I loved reading on a lounge chair and listening to the ocean. So warm and nice.

Celebrated my birthday with a couple friends. We played Mario Party 9 and watched My Cat From Hell (LOVE that show!). Got some books and really cool jewellery. Christmas Day my Mom still wanted us to open presents so I got some funky little things and a printer.

Braved the world for some Boxing Day shopping, but I didn't really find it busy except for one place. Spent too much money, but what else is new? Did that again today when I signed up for my first quilting class and bought the fabric that I need for it. I better get to work on some of the stuff I have at home so I can feel well practised.

Remember

All the work I have to do seems unimportant in comparison to the sacrifice of those who gave their lives for our country. They fought for freedom, equality, and peace. Perhaps one day we can realize their dreams. Thank you to all the soldiers who fought for what is right. Thank you to all the soldiers who continue to fight.

Been busy and yet haven't gotten much done. Makes me feel dumb, but then weird things like falling asleep while sitting up and read a book happen that make me think maybe there's something going on in my poor brain. I need a break (which I will get next week), but I need to finish with all this work first.

Grrr

So apparently the condo board did vote against pets in the building. That's so dumb. There are so many pets there already (either brought in before the vote or have a doctor's note). So another place bites the dust. At this point I'm thinking build a house and put in a basement suite. Or maybe God is telling me to just wait because He's got something better in mind.