I found this year-end survey on line and I thought it was kind of a fun idea--to be able to reflect back on the past 12 months. Anyone else want to join me in reflection?
What did you do in 2008 that you'd never done before?
Got engaged :)
Did you keep your new year's resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
I stopped making New Year's resolutions a few years ago--I never kept them and then realized if I wanted to change something in my life I should do it whenever I am led, not wait for a new calendar. So no, I won't be making new ones this year either.
What countries did you visit?
I actually stayed in the US this year. But I visited Texas, Minnesota, Florida, Kentucky, South Carolina within the US.
What would you like to have in 2009 that you lacked in 2008?
Well, in a few months I will need to have a job, which I kind of have this past year but not one that will support us fully!
What date(s) from 2008 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
April 18--We celebrated our 6 month anniversary and Chuck told me he wanted to start talking about marriage.
August 23—our engagement!
What was your biggest achievement of the year?
Studying for and passing all 4 ordination exams, beginning therapy, and learning to love hiking.
What was your biggest failure?
The crappy effort and work I put into my Islam class this fall. It’s a subject that matters deeply to life here in America if we are to be good neighbors to those who might have a different religion than Christianity, and I mentally checked out. I kind of wish I could re-do it.
Did you suffer illness or injury?
Yes, mono in January, a hernia in September, and a staph infection in November.
What was the best thing you bought?
My new macbook, I’m kind of in love with it! I guess technically it could be my wedding dress too, but I didn’t pay for that so I’m not sure that counts!
What song(s) will always remind you of 2008?
Bubbly by Colbie Calliat, Safetybelts and Bucket Seats by Cake (a song Chuck played for me in the car a lot), and Free Fallin by Tom Petty (Chuck’s ring tone on my phone—and this summer I discovered the John Mayer version which is fabulous).
What do you wish you'd done more of?
Been better at keeping in touch with long-distance friends, and reading novels.
What do you wish you'd done less of?
Wasting time on facebook!
Did you fall in love in 2008?
Yes
What was your favorite TV program?
Brothers and Sisters
What was the best book you read?
Leaving Church by Barbara Brown Taylor, The Shack by William Young, and Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follet (although I’m only half way through this one…)
What was your favorite film of this year?
Lars and the Real Girl or The Bucket List
What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
I turned 27, I celebrated a few days early at The Getty, and then went to Thai Food with Fuller friends, and BJs Brewery with Small Group friends. Missy was in town too which added to the fun!
What kept you sane?
Therapy for sure, kept me processing my relationship, and pushing me to grow. Coffee time with Jenn was also a big help! And when I managed to get super emotional and stressed, my fiancé would force me to go for a walk with him and talk about how I was feeling which helped immensely!
Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
I’ll be honest, I’m an Obama fan.
Fun new people you met?
My new future family! And also my Mosaic friends
Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2008:
There are always going to be ups and downs in life, what matters is who you surround yourself with when you go through them. Another lesson Chuck helped me learn is that we need to focus more on what we do have than on what we don’t have—it definitely changes one’s outlook on life!
Quote a song that sums up your year:
Well I've been so independent, I've roamed the streets of Europe
And I have crossed the oceans on my own
And I've never felt a burning need to chat with people endlessly
In fact my favorite company was me
And now I'm standing here on the edge of a new horizon
I faced my greatest fear when I almost lost you
You're not what I expected, in fact you're more than that
The faithful hand of God has put our lives on the same track
And I will cross the ocean of your independence
To be the picture of the love God has for you
And I would search all India for rubies and gems
Where could I find a more precious stone?
Than what God's given me in you alone
Who can make me laugh
Who can make me smile
Just to hold my hand and hold my heart
I'd give my life to cross the ocean of your independence
To be a picture of the love God has for you
And I would search all India for rubies and gems
Where could I find a more precious stone
Than what God's give me in you alone.
“You Alone” by Late Tuesday
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