Well here it is, a little late but at least it's done :).
2011, what can I say? We had a blast didn't we? Looking back I cannot not smile. Here are a few of those unforgettable highlights:
- EUROPE -
Obviously and without a doubt the most amazing experience of my life. I will never forget it. I remember getting on the plane in Halifax at midnight and trying to control my breathing and get some sleep because I would be waking up in LONDON. Well that week I am pretty sure I slept the least in my life but I wouldn't change a thing. London was astonishing and I can't wait to go back. Paris, while I only saw you for a few hours was breathtaking and Scotland, well you were magic as I always knew you would be. We shall meet again.
Sweden you were an experience. Our seven weeks were wonderful. Your stunning landscape, your friendly people, your brilliant architecture and your easy going ways will always stay in my fondest memories. My time there truly gave me such a new insight into education and our world. I sincerely thank you.
- Graduation and becoming a 'grownup' -
Firstly, I would like to thank UPEI, my professors, my amazing fellow scholars, my family & friends and most importantly my students for getting me through the final steps of reaching my goals. Graduation was a great experience, made more special by a unique meeting and reminder that I really and truly do have angels watching over me. Since graduating and entering the world of substitute teaching and loan repayment I have yes questioned my sanity with regards to my career choice but I have never questioned the actual path in itself. As I said in an earlier blog, something just clicks. You will notice that I put the term 'grownup' in quotations, that is simply because (and I am sure many of you will have heard me say) I don't believe in growing up, we need to keep that little bit of magic, creativity and imagination to make life interesting.
- Spending more time with family -
Undoubtedly, one of the hardest things about leaving for college (especially out of province) was missing out on family moments. I am so thankful to be home and able to spend time with some very important and amazing people. Whether they be almost 2 or almost 80, these people are so special in so many ways and I am blessed to be able to know them.
- Concerts and other notables -
ELTON JOHN - holy frig, can words describe this man? Breathtaking, awe-inspring, magical. Elton you were something unforgettable.
Glee Live - what started out as being a really cool TV show quickly got me hooked. The show has come to be so much more than just another tv show and seeing it live only added to my love for it. Easily one of the best shows I have ever seen.
Sound of Music Festival 2011
Bedouin Soundclash - so cool. An outdoor concert on the beautiful Burlington waterfront. They were fantastic.
Emerson Drive - added to my love of live country music.
Jimmy Rankin and my fabulous cousins the Barra MacNeils - probably one of the best east coast shows ever. The audience was blown away (and mostly made of east coasters based on how many knew ALL of the songs).
Well thats the highlight reel. If I think of anything else, I'll add'er in later: For now, Goodbye 2011, thanks for everything, Your adventures will be with me always. Hello to 2012 and all of the amazing things I am sure we will scheme up!
