Reflections & Resolutions

Made it. What a year! 2013 has certainly been a year that has been both exhilarating and stressful at times, but it has been a year that has shaped me, so I will be very open about reflecting upon my year and my goals for the future. I feel that I've grown a lot from my experiences this year. Maybe now I'm a real adult (just kidding).

2013 Lows:

• Surviving boredom in Oregon 
• Having to go to Canada every other week to work out issues with suppliers
• Stress of uncertainty of post-program full-time job attainment
• Relationship issues
• Self-esteem issues
• Family issues

2013 Highs:

• Got the off-program role I wanted, been busy in my new job, feeling like I have some importance to my team
• Getting much more into cooking (this is my domestic instincts coming out)

Spicy garlic miso udon with shiitake mushrooms. Om nom. I love noodles.


• Worked through relationship issues
• Started to invest in stock market (no real results so far as it was very recent)
• Did my own 30,000 mile car maintenance (and did not destroy my car)
• Bought new ski boots and ski jacket, they are awesome
• Seattle trip in Feburary with good friends
• Washington, DC trip in September with good friends
• Various New York City trips to catch up with old friends

Went to another hockey game at Madison Square Garden. Every time I watch these, we lose.

• Went on a few hikes in the Adirondacks and Catskills, getting to know this area better
• Muse concert in Boston with friends
• Real snowfall in Albany. I live in upstate NY, I expect real winters!

Ben is shoveling while I take this photo. About 15" of snow on the ground there!

Phew, what a year. But it turned out to be a great one, and one that I will remember for a while to come. And now, looking forward to the future!

2014 Goals:

In addition to the goals from last year (which I still need work on), here are some additional ones:

• Be less judgmental of people, talk less shit about people behind their back
• Have better relations with family, both immediate and distant
• Be more appreciative of what I have, not be jealous of others
• Be more financially aware 
• More personal reflection of my own goals & interests