Happy New Year

2009 had come and gone. To be honest, it kinda flew by for me. 2009 was generally a good year, albeit flawed by some pretty nasty things. The economic downturn that hit the world, deaths in the family - some expected, and some, rather shocking.

But they don't call it the circle of life for nothing. The sick recovers, the weak gets stronger, the wilted rejuvenates. Deaths are countered with births of beautiful babies - friends', relatives', and of course, the ones that I delivered!

I discovered new friendships, rediscovered and rekindled some old ones, and also lost some friends (or so I thought they were). I learned to be cautious with my money, and attempted to expand my savings. I made some daring decisions for year 2010, and stuck by it *crosses fingers and hopes for the best*.

The only thing missing was, spending quality time with the family - something which I am hoping to fix this year!

Relationship wise, I reckon Jon and I did pretty well as a couple... and as a family unit :) Remy has been a really good boy, and is gaining more points everyday. We have come to realise that he is like a family member to us all, and not just a pet.

I must say that career wise, I have enjoyed myself alot. Working in a place I like, with some really really good, supportive people. I also think this year had given me a better idea of what I want to do in the future. Sure, not everyday is sunshine, but I think 2009 made me grow, stronger, as a person. It has taught me to not give up so easily, but rather... to be patient and fight for what I want.

It's been 10 years, since I left school... Sure, I still have a longgg way to go, and alot of things to discover and learn. But I reckon I am quite proud of what I have become, and things that I have achieved in the mean time.

Someone dear to me always told me that I was a really lucky girl - I just need to learn to see it! I never really took it to heart what he said, because I thought he was trying to be nice and encouraging... But I have come to realise that it is true....

I am truly lucky, and very blessed...
For I have people who care for me,
I do not need many,
Just a handful that matters,
Who will stand by me, to support me,
To share my joys when I'm up,
and half my burden when I'm down.

Thank you, for a beautiful year. I love you all!

May 2010 be a great year for you, for me.

Taken from Docklands, on New Year's Day - fireworks in the city as the clock strikes 12!