Awesome Year

Happy New Year!

2011 was awesome. Despite having low moments, the year was very eventful and there were many high points.

In January, I had my very important surgery that changed my life forever. It was an experience that I never wanted to repeat, yet I am glad I made the decision to proceed with the surgery. Life changed for the better, but the pain... never again.

In March, I ORDed. This was probably the best moment in my entire life, the culmination of 2 years of waiting. To be a free man once again, to say goodbye to my duties and responsibilities. All the moments spent thinking, waiting, agonizing; I did it.

In April, I turned 21. The coming of age, the rite of passage. I had a fabulous party thanks to all my loved ones, who surprised me with such a bash. It was a night to remember, a memory etched forever. Also, I celebrated the one year anniversary with my special someone. We pulled through despite our differences, see how far we came one year ago. Thank you for the memories.

In July, I started school again. To be a student once more, to be educated, I am grateful. New environment, new friends, new journey to my career and future. It was a difficult choice, but I never regretted choosing this field.

I held several jobs, widening my experiences and I enjoyed it, especially my stint in Showtec. Although work was hard and pay was meagre, I appreciated being able to do something I like and being given the chance to see for myself how the industry functions. I am also grateful for working at Career Fair, which guided me to making the right decision regarding my education and future. If not, I would have made a grave mistake and waste my years away.

I also had a shot at attempting my dream; although it did not work out, it was still an experience to learn from.

However, I lost a relative to cancer. Although we didn't communicate much, she was always there throughout my life and played an important role. Now that she's gone, life isn't quite the same anymore. You will be missed.

Thank you to everyone who came into my life in 2011, who created special memories with me, who made 2011 amazing.

Resolutions remain the same, year after year, for goals do not have to be attained; they merely set a target for you to aim for: to be a better person, to manage my finances and to achieve my dreams.

New year, new life!