Cheers!
What I have learned:
I have learned that life is full of illusions and that very rarely is something ever as it seems. While some may argue that this is always a bad thing (and generally I agree), I think it can offer a little mystery to life if approached properly.
Making new friends can be incredibly intimidating and down right scary. I am naturally a shy person, so it can be painful (and I do mean PAINFUL) going into awkward social situations alone.
But making new friends can be incredibly rewarding as well. Luckily in my outings, I found an amazing friend who has helped me open up and meet so many new people. Thanks Wendy!
And you just never know when you might find someone who 'folds your ears back'. The people that I have met over the past six months have been incredible. I love the laughs, love the drinks, and love the company. I especially love those people who drag me off the bike trail to hike 4 miles up a mountain and 4 miles back down a mountain just for the view.
I have also learned that there is nothing more comforting than the love of a dog. My two dogs have not only helped me through my tough troubles, but have helped a few other close friends and family members through their own tough times.
I love these two dogs more than life itself.
I have also learned that sacrificing for others is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. This year I started to help with SIRA transports. My first transport was two 4 year old Shibas (Max and Bella) who were being re-homed due to incredible financial hardship on their humans. Unfortunately, these two were being sent to two separate foster homes. However, I was lucky enough to be able to let them spend their last night together in the comfort and luxury of their own hotel room. I am not sure that they will ever be able to understand, but it seemed they had a great time and a nice relaxing sleep snuggled up to each other. They have now both been adopted (to different homes) and are doing great. (I LOVE happy endings!)
I have also learned that there is nothing in life that is worth stressing over. Even when you lose everything, there are always people there that will be there to support you emotionally and give you the strength to carry on. Sometimes these people can be very close, but in my case, these people were far away and spread very widely apart. I am not sure I could have made it without the support and guidance of my fellow Nihon Ken members. I have said thank you before, but I will say it again. THANK YOU. (Bella and Nola thank you as well!)
This year I have also remembered what it is like to really have a best friend. Someone to make you laugh no matter what and to give a hard time to when they steal your movies (yes, Dan, I am talking about Bio Dome!). I am very much looking forward to visiting in the new year!
I have learned that lonely is not a word that is in my vocabulary.
In the new year:
I promise to take more pictures.
Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger...
I will be more confident. I might be insignificant in the grand scheme of things, but I CAN make a difference.
I will learn how to properly use brakes. This one, I have a feeling, is going to be tough.
I will take the road less traveled. I know that I generally do this anyway, but I will expand out and take more roads less traveled. The dustier, the better.
I will find more butterflies.
And learn to love all that life has to offer. Even if they are weeds.
I will build more camp fires. And subsequently, I will camp more.
I will open myself up and learn to embrace the unknown.
And I will take time to enjoy the scenery.
And yes, I know that most of these goals are not tangible... But neither am I. Best of luck to all of you in the new year. And remember: GET OUT THERE! ADVENTURE AWAITS.
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