I haven't updated this in a while :) And I always seem to start my posts this way...even though I do want to write more frequently. Maybe a new year's resolution? haha...does anyone still read this?

in any case, happy new year to you. I hope this year brings a little more stability for all. I am looking forward to ushering in the new administration.

Which brings us back to 2008 - what an amazing year in many ways, both good and bad. As you can probably tell I'm still kind of basking in the afterglow of the elections. One more cheer for "That One" please!

So there's the excitement in the political world. My personal life, as you'll soon find, hasn't gone through any earth-shattering changes. 2008 was a pretty quiet and stable time for me in terms of relationships (and I'm not just referring to the romantic type). I was lucky to strengthen friendships with wonderful people and meet some lovely new people along the way. Couldn't have asked for better times with better people, despite all our busy and crazy schedules, and the fact that we're once again scattered all over the place!

Work and school - finished my first year of my MHS program, started a new career in health policy/advocacy/public health (not as nebulous as it sounds).

Travel - didn't get to go overseas this year :( However, discovered the fun in staying local - roaming around Maryland. Plenty to do in such a small state. No devil in the details here..just a lot of charm, history, and beauty.

Other - started driving on a regular basis, for the first time. Driving, and getting lost a LOT at first :-) (best way to learn the roads, really..but not so fuel efficient!)

etc etc.

Outlook for 2009 - finish degree program, bridesmaid for the weddings of two amazing women, planning a getaway, the whole job search thing. Open to adventures always.

more later...I am determined to give my resolution to sleep more a fighting chance ;)