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Reflections on a Year Gone By

So 2010, brought with it many moments both good and bad in my life. I was in love and had my heart broken which lead to a severe battle with depression and contemplation of even ending my life. It brought with it another year of wonderful times with friends, both and new. Another year of being on stage in another wonderful opera production. Another successful year of umpiring and staying relatively healthy minus a few bruises and foul balls off the body. It brought with it a new sense of independence ( leasing my car) finding a new job, holding onto 2 other jobs. Becoming more mature ( if that is even possible, for those who know me this is always debatable lol )
Having my relationships with my friends and family become stronger. Having my relationship with my sister become stronger and she is still one of the most influential and wonderful people in my life and I am truly blessed to call her my twin.

I was able to travel to places I hadn't been to in many years including California where I hadn't been since I was 5. Seeing places such as The Hollywood sign, Hollywood Bowl, Anaheim and Angels Stadium and Dodger Stadium for Sunday Night Baseball ft. the Dodgers/Yankees. Going to Washington DC flying on my own for the first time, seeing the Red Sox Battle the Orioles, and also seeing the Nationals play the Cardinals ( though I only saw the last few innings it was still a great game)
What do I hope for in 2011??? I hope to continue to stay both mentally, physically, and psychologically strong and happy. I hope that the mentality of the phoenix continues to soar higher and higher each and every day to new heights. I hope that my relationships continue to stay strong. I hope that I am able to achieve all of my hopes, wishes, and dreams in this new year. I hope that my friends both old and new continue to be helpful to me in my life.
.... what else, I guess only fate of 2011 will tell ...

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