2008

It's not New Year's yet, but it's close...Time to look back.

Resolutions: Did I keep 'em?
1: Swear less, and use the Lord's name in vain much less. I forgot about this one...and I haven't...
2: Take better care of myself - eat better, lose weight, exercise more, etc. I don't want to see that as a resolution ever again.Yes! I have finally proven to myself that I can do this! Hell yeah! This is probably THE most difficult thing I've managed. I lost 20 pounds in 6 months, and it's awesome. I feel so good. I can do this thing.

I'm gonna jump on a bandwagon with a 40-question thing stolen from LJ. Thought it was interesting...

1. What did you do in 2008 that you'd never done before?

I've started to really claim my independence. I enjoy it.

2. Ddi you keep your new years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year?

I kept one, really well. The other...not in the slightest.

3. Did anyone close to you give birth?

Yep. I have a new nephew, who is adorable.

4. Did anyone close to you die?

No, thankfully. Hopefully I'll have a few years before then...

5. What countries did you visit?

Spain. It was an incredible experience.

6. What would you like to have in 2009 that you lacked in 2008?

I could still use that new Creative, funnily enough. Other than that, a boyfriend would be nice, but all hope is not lost.

7. What dates from 2008 will remain etched upon your memory and why?

November 4, Barack Obama was elected President. We did it!

8. What was your biggest achievement of the year?

Finally gaining control of my life in an amazing way. I feel so empowered. It's wonderful.

9. What was your biggest failure?

Not working up the nerve to go for it. Maybe this time...I'll get lucky..;)

10. Did you suffer illness or injury?

I got pretty sick right before finals. Love being sick >_<>

11. What was the best thing you bought?

A bunch of things, actually. Snow boots, winter coat, dress boots, lots...

12. Whose behavior merited celebration?

Will is always there for me when I need him. It's wonderful. JJ, too. Edd's been a huge help, and he's brought up his grades, so he's coming back to Knox! Pretty much all of my guys have been amazing. So have my sisters. I miss them like crazy!

13. Whose behavior made you appalled?

26-year-old over the summer. Bad news bears...Jenny: Enough. Just enough. Roommate at times has driven me CRAZY. People in general. Be polite and considerate in retail stores and restaurants. Please.

14. Where did most of your money go?

Books, school, food, gifts.

15. What did you get really, really excited about?

Going back to school, seeing Jersey Boys and Madama Butterfly, Spain, choir stuff in general.

16. What songs will always remind you of 2008?

Artists more than songs: Michael Buble and Jason Mraz. And Eric Whitacre. And Canticum.

17. Compared to this time last year, are you:
a)Happier or sadder? Happier, if more stressed.
b) Skinner or fatter? Thinner. Yay!
c) Richer or poorer? Richer! Still yay for jobs, even if it's the same one you hate.

18. What do you wish you'd done more of?

Going out with friends.

19. What do you wish you'd done less of?

Having money stolen.

20. Did you fall in love in 2008?

Nope, for the first time in a while.

21. How many one-night stands?

As if!

22. What was your favorite TV program?

Heroes, House, Monk, Psych, Law & Order, Will & Grace.

23. Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?

I like some people more that I hated last year. Go me!

24. What was the best book you read?

Children of God, anything Jane Austen.

25. What was your greatest musical discovery?

Michael Buble and new Jason Mraz.

26. What did you want and get?

A fantastic roommate and amazing friends!!! Hope.

27. What did you want and not get?

Nothing really. I'd have liked more music/books, but I can always use more of them.

28. What was your favorite film of this year?

Atonement, Sweeney Todd, 27 Dresses, Dark Knight. Good year for movies.

29. What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?

I turned 19, and I did no homework, went to bed early, and went to class for my birthday.

30. What's one thing that would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?

Straight A's, but I'm really close.

31. How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2007?

Skirts. Heels.

32. What kept you sane?

Choir, Edd, JJ, the rest of my guys.

33. Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?

Daniel Radcliffe. He's still hot, haha. And the usual Johnny Depp (incredibly hot Sweeney) and Hugh Jackman. Never changes, really, although I'll add Dermot Mulroney. Yummm...

34. What political issue stirred you the most?

Global warming, the economy, universal healthcare, gay rights.

35. Who did you miss?

My family, babies, friends.

36. Who were the best new people you met?

Nani! And Kathy, and all the amazing first-years!

37. What do you look forward to in 2009?

Another incredible choir tour with unbelievable music.

38. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2008?

Be comfortable with yourself. Only then will things really work out for you.

39. What song lyrics best sum up 2007 for you?

"Spent way too much time checking my tongue in the mirror, bending over backwards to try to see it clearer, but my breath fogged up the glass, so I drew a new face and laughed." "Save the last dance for me." "Open up your mind and see like me. Open up your plans, and damn you're free. It's our god-forsaken right to be loved loved loved loved loved." All of "To Where You Are".