Year 2008 Recap

We’re counting the rest of our 2008 days, aren’t we??? Yes, I agree with probably most of you. 2008 went flying by us so quickly that it feels like it never came. One day I was thrilled about the fact I had to have a New Year’s Resolution and guess what–I’m here almost due to have another one! Probably I will have same thing but with slight modification(s). Though I suppose it will all depends on how much success I’ve made with my 2008 goal!

But, before I even think about my next year’s goal, I want to recapture some things that has happened during this past year that I would like to highlight and remember the good things about them before this year ends as it probably wouldn’t mean as much shortlyafter the new year comes. Because by then I would be all full geared into the new year and excited to have a refreshing start.

This past year, it has been great and eventful. Most of which had something to do with my family, work, and of course, love life. Who couldn’t or wouldn’t talk about that??? A few things I will mention here and some things I won’t, just because I feel it’s just something I want to keep for myself. The following may seem insignificant but I feel like sharing them to you.

Here are some highlights for my year 2008:

• Had a week-long meeting for my client in Washington, DC in January and reconnected with some of the volunteers that work for our association. It was kind of nice to have seen them again.
• Last February was the second year since Silas and I broke up. He’s moved on since then and so did I and we both are in good terms. We, however, don’t talk as much. That’s just the way it is.
• Last March I got an apartment in Manassas, which is only 15 minutes away from my job in Fairfax. Oh, and hear this, only a 5-7 minutes ride to my gym! Woot! I still live there and will still be for a little while… But who knows!
• Also last March I took the Program Development position at my job. I love it and I’m glad that I accepted the offer. There are times, however, that it drives me nuts but I look at it as a learning experience and also to fade away from doing marketing and advertising.
• Last May I had the most fabulous trip ever! Went to San Francisco for a week-long meeting for one of my clients. I must say it has been the best trip thus far. I’ve met Miguel there who showed me some parts of San Francisco especially the gay area of it. Did a whole lot of things with them while I was over there. He was such an amazing, attractive guy. I can’t wait to see him again next year.
• This year has also been my second year being a member of Lifetime Fitness. I’ve met several folks there and also checked them out, too! LMAO! But the real highlight on this is that I’ve been working out a lot more this year than last year. Seeing some difference but I still need to work on my eating habits…and also drinking habits. It’s not so bad but I need to cut down.
• Also this year I went to see my first broadway show called Grease in New York, in which Ace Young and other amazing stage actors and actresses played. It was really awesome and I look forward to going back there again to catch another show.
• Our boss, Jerry, peacefully passed away this year and everyone does feel very awkward to have been left behind by a sweet and loving man. We miss you, Jerry!
• Also this year my stepdad Rob came out of the closet finally. He is now getting to know his true self and making up for all of those years that he didn’t have the opportunity to be himself.
• This year I got to hang out a lot more with my brother and his girlfriend, Risa. I’ve gotten to know her family and not to mention they are very accomodating family.
• My relationship to some people went cold this year simply because of issues that were never addressed. I don’t expect anyone to rebuild it unless of course that’s what they truly want and naturally if I also want it rebuilt. Will not mention their names here but they know who they are.
• Also this year my love life was somewhat on a rocky boat for the most part. It turns out I need someone that has ambitions in life, possesses an active lifestyle, and someone who can make time for me. Met several people over the last year. Some did matter, some I though didn’t matter, and of course some didn’t matter AT ALL!  This quest will continue in 2009 until someone fills in that position. But, for the meantime, I’m a single, happy man.

Now, for 2009, not sure how it is going to turn out. I can only have but so much control but I hope that 2009 has better things in line for me. I know for sure though, however, that I’ll be doing a few travels this year. Coming up is in New Orleans, LA in mid January.

I will blog separately about what I plan to do in 2009. Most likely lots of traveling. I love to travel anytime, anywhere whenever possible.

So that’s 2008! Not so exciting but again some part of maybe lonely but never boring. Never. Happy New Year’s to you…and I shall see you in 2009!