Goodbye 00s, Looking Forward to the Next Decade!

As 2009 ends, its hard not to reflect back on the last year and relive the good and the bad. Since its the end of the decade as well, it makes me think about the last ten years and be amazed at how much I've done and where I've been. To be honest, I'm thankful that 2009 is over and that we're about to start anew, but I am also thankful for the experience that I've had in the last year and have to be thankful of what I've learned over the the last year, as well as the last ten years. Basically, its all about the people that are around you as you are going through life.

Ten years ago, I found myself living in Utah and starting college. I wasn't happy about moving to Utah, but as I got involved with a church and began to meet people It became one of my favorite places. The relationships that I made while I was there have been some of the most important in my life. I learned so much about myself and my faith the five years I was in Utah.

After college, I moved to New York City which will be on my list of the craziest things I've ever done. I went without knowing a soul. It was a big city to be alone in and though it was hard, I was determined to fit in and make the best out of where I was. I succeeded and spent the next few years living life as a New Yorker and having a blast. I became independant and started to build a career. I also met some fabulous people, who I miss dearly and will always be a part of my life. My work girlfriends helped me feel like I fit in, my roomies in Hoboken made my life so much fun and my small group kept me grounded and focused on Christ. I was so lucky to have all of them in my life.

To end the 00's, I returned to California. San Francisco has always been one of my favorite cities, so I thought I would give it a try. Transfering with the company I was working with in New York, I movede out west and started to build a new life here. I have to say in hindsight, that its been one of the best decisions I've made. I love everything about the west coast. I've made some great friends and love the diversity of SF.

Also, since moving back, I've been able to reconnect with some great friends that I've known the majority of my life. Its amazing how great having old friends in your life can be. Laughing about the past and talking about the future. So fun!

So back to 2009 - this year has had a lot of lows, but its also had a lot of good moments too. My sister got married, which was such a great event! My best friend had a baby, he is so awesome and I wish I lived closer so I could spend more time with him! Lastly, I started a new job at the end of this year, which so far has been great. I'm excited to see where 2010 takes me and what new adventures the next ten years will bring.

Happy New Year friends! May 2010 bring you nothing but peace and happiness!

Let the Transformation Begin!

I've decided that 2010 will be the year I get into shape. Its been a while, but with the new job, it just seems natural to implement other new activities into my life. So, I started a three week holiday boot camp right after Thanksgiving and will continue for six months beginning in January.

I have one class to go of this first three week session and much like a Jillian Michaels video, this last week has been tough. The first two weren't so bad but this last week has really taken a lot of effort. I've been made aware of many muscles that I've forgotten that I had.

My instructor loves lunges. I've done more lunges in the last couple weeks, then I think I've done in my entire life. I also have been made fun of in class for being graceful when we were doing some across the floor exercises. I can't help it if I float across the floor, its all the years of ballet, but I'm glad my class had a laugh. :)

Stay tuned for more boot camp updates - I'm sure I'll have much to talk about over the next few months!

Top Ten Holiday Movies, As Said By Me

10. Meet Me in St. Louis
9. Elf

8. Scrooged

7. Mickey's Christmas Carol
6. Love Actually
5. National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
4. A Christmas Story
3. Charlie Brown Christmas
2. How the Grinch Stole Christmas (animated)
1. White Christmas

It is hard to narrow it down to just ten, but there you have it - my take on Christmas masterpieces. I may be the only person on Earth who doesn't put Its a Wonderful Life on their top ten holiday movie list. I don't know what it is, I just don't love that movie.

What movies are on your list?