2005; A year in Review
What did you do in 2005 that you've never done before?
Get a job that actually pays decent.
Did you keep your New Year's resolutions and will you make more for next year?
I think one that I didn't do was run a 5k run. I did run a lot more, just never entered into a run. My only resolution this year is to not make any.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
Several of the OB ladies.
Did anyone close to you die?
No. And that means it was a good year.
What countries did you visit?
None.
What would you like to have in 2006 that you lacked in 2005?
A housekeeper and more time.
What date from 2005 will remain etched in your memory and why?
August 23rd..my birthday, also the day I was miscarrying, and also the day one of my ex-friends had the audacity to call me complaining about how crappy she is feeling knowing what I was going through and then she forgot to tell me happy birthday. That was the day I realized she is self-centered and I no longer want to be friends with her. That is also the day my dad came to see me from Oklahoma and took me out to dinner. Thats also the day that Jason and Daniel my two best guy friends got me a very sweet gift from Bath and Body. Overall it was the day I realized why I am mostly friends with guys.
What was your biggest achievement of the year?
Getting the ball rolling on our non-profit.
What was your biggest failure?
Losing two pregnancies.
Did you suffer illness or injury?
No injuries only minor illnesses...again good year.
What was the best thing you bought?
After all these years I finally bought me a good coat.
Where did most of your money go?
Probably Christmas stuff and clothing throughout the year.
What did you get really, really, really excited about?
My non-profit.
What scripture is a theme of 2005?
Phil 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Yes my email and senior quote. But it's true of me every single day.
Compared to this time last year are you:
a. Happier or sadder? Happier.
b. Thinner or fatter? Seeing how I was at an all time low at this time last year I would have to say fatter.
c. Richer or poorer? Richer. Got a good paying job.
What do you wish you'd done more of?
Always spend more time with my family.
What do you wish you'd done less of?
Definately, less time on the computer.
How did you spend Christmas?
With my family!!! Christmas Eve at the grannys and Christmas day here at home with just US. Nice and Relaxing.
Did you fall in love in 2005?
Just with my same family again and again.
What was your favorite TV show?
The few times I get to watch TV, I like Law and Order SVU, CSI, and Discovery Health shows.
What was the best book you read?
Falling Leaves..very sad.
What was your greatest musical discovery of 2005?
None that I can think of.
What did you want and get?
A job that pays good.
What did you want and not get?
More time, and someone to do our non-profit paperwork for free, ironically though I have someone to do that this year.
What was your favorite film this year?
The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.
What did you do on your birthday?
see above.
What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
Getting a grant already.
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2005?
Comfy but trendy.
What kept you sane?
Alone time an sleep.
Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
hmm, none are coming to me right now.
What political issue stirred you the most?
One from around here..Our legislators are more itnerested in not educating out illegal immigrants than trying to stop our children from being sexually abused. That will change if I have something to say about it.
Who did you miss?
My friend Charlette.
Who was the best new person you met?
Heather Van Brunt, my co-worker and my new Co-Director. Girl where have you been!
Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2005.
Even my best people reading skills cannot read someone when they are suffering from a Mental Illness. I learned why I have difficulty in trusting people.
Quote a song lyric that sums up your year.
"I'm in a hurry to get things done, I rush and rush until lifes no fun, all I really have to do is live and die , but im in a hurry and don't know why."
And now...
2006; A year in Review
What did you do in 2006 that you've never done before?
Give birth to my third child using no pain medication, and doing it in no time flat.
Did you keep your New Year's resolutions and will you make more for next year?
My only resolution was not to have any, and I kept that. I am going to stick with that one.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
Me of course!
Did anyone close to you die?
No. And that means it was a good year. 2 year in a row, can't beat that.
What countries did you visit?
None.
What would you like to have in 2007 that you lacked in 2006?
A minivan.
What date from 2006 will remain etched in your memory and why?
September 19, the day Ryker was born. Awesome birth and great ending and gift of a beautiful baby who is healthy and happy.
What was your biggest achievement of the year?
3 happy healthy kids
What was your biggest failure?
hmm, I don't know of anything that was failed that i didn't choose to end.
Did you suffer illness or injury?
No injuries only minor illnesses...again good year. 2 years running...woo hoo!!
What was the best thing you bought?
not sure, I bought a lot of much needed things. Mostly everyday items.
Where did most of your money go?
Probably Christmas stuff and clothing throughout the year. And baby stuff.
What did you get really, really, really excited about?
The birth of my son.
What scripture is a theme of 2006?
James 1: 2-4 "Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."
Compared to this time last year are you:
a. Happier or sadder? Happier.
b. Thinner or fatter? about the same, although I got 23 pounds heavier but then lost it, childbirth will do that.
c. Richer or poorer? Poorer, I was working for the state but was really stressed
What do you wish you'd done more of?
Always spend more time with my family. Although I spent more this year than I did last, so I am happy about that.
What do you wish you'd done less of?
Worrying, I worry too much and the more kids I have the more I do. Plus babies add more worries than normal.
How did you spend Christmas?
With my family!!! Baking cookies and cakes, spending time with my family and just relaxing staying in my pj's. I loved it.
Did you fall in love in 2006?
Yes, with the really cute adorable little guy named Ryker.
What was your favorite TV show?
Heroes, SVU, Flip this House, Flip that House, CSI all of them.
What was the best book you read?
Some Brief Coaching book for class.
What was your greatest musical discovery of 2006?
My oldest son seems to have a knack for playing the piano. Was shown a song twice and played it the next night all by himself. Really shocking!
What did you want and get?
A baby after struggling with miscarriages the previous year
What did you want and not get?
a minivan, still waiting on that one. Although our jeep is actually working out better than expected.
What was your favorite film this year?
Pirattes of the Caribbean
What did you do on your birthday?
Steven took me to lunch to the Powerhouse and then I stayed in with my family that night. It was nice and relaxing.
What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
Obviously gradutating from school. But I knew that wasn't going to happen, hadn't been in long enough.
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2005?
Comfy but trendy. Mostly maternity for 9 months of it.
What kept you sane?
Alone time an sleep and massages.
Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
hmm, none are coming to me right now...still not!
What political issue stirred you the most?
Why are we still over there, whose agenda are we on? Bush is making some stupid decisions, makes me feel bad for voting for the guy.
Who did you miss?
My friend Charlette. Still hasn't changed. But do miss others as well. I didn't get to spend the amount of time with my grandparents as I am used to.
Who was the best new person you met?
Ryker Embry Kitchens
Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2006.
Simplicity is key. If a high paying job is stressful and it keeps you from your family it is not worth it.
Quote a song lyric that sums up your year.
"Oh watch me go, I'm a happy girl, Everybody knows, That the sweetest thing that you'll ever see, In the whole wide world, Is a happy girl. Laugh when I feel like it, Cry when i feel like it, That's just how my life is,That's how it goes..."
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