2011
31 Dec 2011 Leave a Comment
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That time of the year. Time to reflect. Time to make resolutions.
I have had a year of reflection. Not doing that today. I have made my resolutions during the year. I know what to do. I just need to do it. I have found this fun quiz around the blogs, this shall serve as my reflection upon 2011 and my 2012 resolutions.
Break the rules, forgive quickly, kiss slowly, love truly, laugh uncontrollable and never regret anything that makes you smile – I got it from Steven Tyler’s Does the voices in my head bother you, but I am sure he got it from someone else.
What did you do that you’d never done before?
Went to a rock concert!!! Don’t get me started!! U2 was awesome, in fact the entire weekend was a decadent, booze filled haze, full of laughter, joy and love, did I mention booze haze. It was absolutely fantastic and I loved loved loved it. Hope to have many more of those.
Did you keep your New Year’s Resolutions made last year?
If I made any I cannot remember so it doesn’t count. :)
Did anyone close to you give birth?
Yes!!! After a it of a shock to my brother’s poor system they were pregnant for a third time!! I was convinced she would be a girl, named after me, look like me and all that since I am never going to have my own (by choice). But the universe had another plan and I have another little nephew. We have not met in person, but his gran tells me he is an absolute darling, especially after the nightmare of a sister he has. She turned out ok in the end, but man it took many prayers to stop her screaming and lots of wine to heal our ears from that noise.
Did anyone close to you die?
*Sigh*, jip, a massive loss to our group of friends. A shock I still sometimes think unreal. Still think he will phone to tell me I am a wuss for not being at the party he is at like he used to. But reality is setting in slowly. RIP T, till we meet again. Don’t worry I still drink tequila, like we used to boet.
What countries die you visit?
Sadly my passport has so much dust on it they might not allow me into any country!!!. Got to work on that.
What date will be etched in your memory?
I guessing 31 October 2011 in T’s honour. A sad, sad day. The day T’s heart attacked him and he did not wake up. Fuck. Hey, it is two months today T. Have one on us boet, we miss you.
What was your biggest achievement?
My first DIY project. Well, technically it is not completed yet, but it is kind of a work in progress, but I painted my heart out, and even if I have to say so myself, it looks absolutely fabulous.
What was your biggest failure?
I suppose my ever failing marriage. No details necessary, except I am working on that. Hard. Either way it’s gonna be sorted soon.
Did you suffer any illness or injury?
Toothache from hell!!!!!!! I thought I was dying, instead I was curled up in the fetus position for days feeling sorry for myself until the doctor’s figured out where the terrible pain came from and cleared the infection so they could fix it. Tooth was eventually fixed, all was well in my world and I am forever grateful for dentists, medical aid and serious pain killers.
What was the best thing your bought?
The paint for my DIY project, I guess. I have also changed my dress style completely since I live in the city city and not small town city these days. You had to be there to understand, lets just say I wear heels and everything these days. And may add love it.
Whose behaviour merited celebrations?
My friends carry me daily, make me laugh and tell me it is not that bad, without you guys my life will not be worth living.
My mom, she is so brave!!
Brother in Law, he turned out to be a rock in times when the family needed him.
Whose behaviour made you appalled and depressed?
G – it should not surprise me anymore, but seriously, I still get caught off guard and the thoughtless acts and childish behaviour. Dude you are 43, grow a pair.
Where did most of your money go?
Besides paying the bills, I am taking a wild guess, Woollies? Ja, hands down Woollies 
What did you get really excited about?
U2U2U2U2, did I mention it was awesome? Well it was!
Which song will remind you of 2011?
Adele’s music – this morning I was shopping, one of her songs came on and just about the whole shop broke out in song, amazing.
Gotye – quirky, interesting, someone I would never have discovered if it was not for the stupid rugby in Nieu Zealand.
And U2!!!!!!!!!
Compared to last year are you:
Happier or Sadder – Well I am not unhappy, most days I am actually very happy, I think
Thinner or Fatter – Probably about the same, but it is time to loose the weight
Richer or Poorer – Forever poor, so over this, need to change this
What do you wish you had more of?
Money, Husband, Holiday, Sex – In no specific order
What do you wish you had less of?
Fat? – It is a work in progress
Did you fall in love in 2011?
With myself. I am learning about myself daily, and most of it I love.
Favourite TV program?
I am absolutely addicted to TV and will not choose
Do you hate anyone?
I found there is a very thin line between love and hate. Both very strong emotions, both can kill your insides bit by bit. I don’t think I HATE, I might just like some people more than others.
What was your best book?
Did not read nearly enough, but I am working on that with my new tablet.
Greatest Musical Discovery?
I rediscovered Mumford and Sons, love them!!
What did you want and get?
My needs are basic, I want for nothing. I have everything, except him. But I am letting go slowly.
Favourite Film?
Jeez for once I have actually been to the movies. Loved Breaking Dawn, saw it twice. Friends with Benefits, Water for Elephants, there must be more…..
What did you do on your birthday?
Man, it is almost been an year, I don’t remember. I think I was out with the girls, always good fun!
What one thing would have made your year immensely satisfying?
Change Jobs!! Love the people, hate the job. Odd situation since it is not terrible to go to the office, it is just terrible to work there. Luckily we have lots of fun there,
What kept you sane?
BBM, Internet Downloads, Wine, Dunhill Menthol, Hours and hours of friend theraphy.
Celebrity/Public Figure?
Taylor Whatshisface, aka Jacob, C says it’s wrong cause I could be his……… let’s call it older sister, I am not going to attack the boy, I just think if I was younger or he was older…… yummy
Who do you miss?
M – miss her so much, need to see her.
I miss Umtata, the way we were. Things have changed a lot, but it was fun while it lasted.
Best new person?
C – she’s fun, I think our friendship is only getting started
Valuable life lesson learnt?
In the end each person has to account for themselves and what they did. Everyone!
