Year-End Wrap Up....
Well, another year is coming to a close and, as I haven't put much up here, I thought I'd do one BIG post to try an catch up.
A year ago, I made only one New Year's resolution: "To Do Better." And thanks to the relative qualities of that phrase, I think I succeeded.
Seriously, while there were no real earth-shaking changes in my life this year there were several small things I am grateful for/proud of.
Top of the list was my re-assumption of acting thanks to Theater@First. Thanks to Nate and Andrea, the directors who gave me a chance. And thanks to Gilly, Heidi, Jenny and all the T@F people who welcomed me in. It's been a real high-point for me and I look forward to continuing in the next year.
On a more personal accomplishment is my return to cooking which several of you have had the pleasure(?) of experiencing. While my wallet still complains of too much take-out, I'm no longer eating Burger King and microwave pizza for every meal, so that would seem to increase the odds of me seeing a few more New Years. ^_^;;
This was also the year where I said "Good-Bye" to automobile ownership. I'd had the same '89 Honda since my dad gave it to me after graduation, but since moving to Boston there wasn't a single year where something didn't break down on it, and the formerly high gas prices made me realize that it really wasn't worth it. So, finding a place that would accept the donation I bit farewell to the old skidder. May it rest in pieces.
Another small but notable accomplishment was the first major cleaning of my room in the last five years. The whole "move-the-furniture-out-and-clean-EVERYTHING" type of cleaning.
There are still some things that need improvement of course. Top of the list being my job. While my attempt at promotion this year fell through, the truth is that I didn't really want it. I just wanted to do something else. I just have no idea what.
Next would be how I take care of myself and my space. The better diet will hopefully lead to me no longer looking at that cursed "3" on the first digit of my scale. And, while I did accomplish the above mentioned cleaning, I haven't finished assembling the extra bookcase and reorganizing all my books,DVD's, etc. Once that's done, I can start looking at the rest of the house and, maybe, get it to the point where I'm not actually embarrassed when someone comes over.
Lastly, I'd like to thank those who've been close to me this year.
I've already mentioned Gilly and the T@F people. You all have been great.
Also a special thanks to Mike&Kerri for inviting me to Movie Nights. I know I first started before last New Years, but I didn't have this journal then, did I?! Thanks again, and if you ever want to move closer and save me some travel time on Thursday's I'll be glad to help load the truck. ;p
Next is Chris. My old amigo who got schnookered into moving to Nashville. My heart goes out to you, dude.
Juan: It has been a singular honor to help you this and in years past with your comics. For the rest of you, you should check out his stuff on his deviantART site. Even if you're not into the stories he writes, his artwork is impressive.
Leah: You have the biggest heart of anyone I know. I think, of anyone I've ever known. In the last year, I've watched you grow and learn in some of the most wonderful and painful ways. I wish you all the love in the world for the coming year and hope the pains you've felt will be washed away, leaving only the wisdom behind.
For everyone else, I'm sorry for not mentioning you personally. But know that you've all been a part of my life this past year and I would say that this is probably the best year I've spent in Boston because of that.
Happy New Year to you all and may all your wishes come true.
-Brian
A year ago, I made only one New Year's resolution: "To Do Better." And thanks to the relative qualities of that phrase, I think I succeeded.
Seriously, while there were no real earth-shaking changes in my life this year there were several small things I am grateful for/proud of.
Top of the list was my re-assumption of acting thanks to Theater@First. Thanks to Nate and Andrea, the directors who gave me a chance. And thanks to Gilly, Heidi, Jenny and all the T@F people who welcomed me in. It's been a real high-point for me and I look forward to continuing in the next year.
On a more personal accomplishment is my return to cooking which several of you have had the pleasure(?) of experiencing. While my wallet still complains of too much take-out, I'm no longer eating Burger King and microwave pizza for every meal, so that would seem to increase the odds of me seeing a few more New Years. ^_^;;
This was also the year where I said "Good-Bye" to automobile ownership. I'd had the same '89 Honda since my dad gave it to me after graduation, but since moving to Boston there wasn't a single year where something didn't break down on it, and the formerly high gas prices made me realize that it really wasn't worth it. So, finding a place that would accept the donation I bit farewell to the old skidder. May it rest in pieces.
Another small but notable accomplishment was the first major cleaning of my room in the last five years. The whole "move-the-furniture-out-and-clean-EVERYTHING" type of cleaning.
There are still some things that need improvement of course. Top of the list being my job. While my attempt at promotion this year fell through, the truth is that I didn't really want it. I just wanted to do something else. I just have no idea what.
Next would be how I take care of myself and my space. The better diet will hopefully lead to me no longer looking at that cursed "3" on the first digit of my scale. And, while I did accomplish the above mentioned cleaning, I haven't finished assembling the extra bookcase and reorganizing all my books,DVD's, etc. Once that's done, I can start looking at the rest of the house and, maybe, get it to the point where I'm not actually embarrassed when someone comes over.
Lastly, I'd like to thank those who've been close to me this year.
I've already mentioned Gilly and the T@F people. You all have been great.
Also a special thanks to Mike&Kerri for inviting me to Movie Nights. I know I first started before last New Years, but I didn't have this journal then, did I?! Thanks again, and if you ever want to move closer and save me some travel time on Thursday's I'll be glad to help load the truck. ;p
Next is Chris. My old amigo who got schnookered into moving to Nashville. My heart goes out to you, dude.
Juan: It has been a singular honor to help you this and in years past with your comics. For the rest of you, you should check out his stuff on his deviantART site. Even if you're not into the stories he writes, his artwork is impressive.
Leah: You have the biggest heart of anyone I know. I think, of anyone I've ever known. In the last year, I've watched you grow and learn in some of the most wonderful and painful ways. I wish you all the love in the world for the coming year and hope the pains you've felt will be washed away, leaving only the wisdom behind.
For everyone else, I'm sorry for not mentioning you personally. But know that you've all been a part of my life this past year and I would say that this is probably the best year I've spent in Boston because of that.
Happy New Year to you all and may all your wishes come true.
-Brian