2010I've never been a huge New Year's Eve fan, meaning the flashy outfits, cheap dollar-store tiaras, and the outrageous cover charges, but I've always loved the idea of ringing in a new year. To me, this means reflecting on a year gone by and looking forward to the next one to come.
2010 was an emotional year, filled with (at times) absolute bliss, but also heartbreak. I don't think a month passed where we didn't receive news of a death, whether of a friend, a mentor, a friend's parent, or a grandparent. Just yesterday, Jordan's grandmother passed away. And only a week ago, an old colleague's son drowned in Ottawa. Most of the people we lost were way too young, and left us way too suddenly.
But this year was filled with emotional highs. Jordan and I saw France. We ate at French restaurants. We cooked French food in our apartment that overlooked the Eiffel Tower. We had an emotionally charged, but wonderful day, exploring the area around Vimy Ridge. We travelled through the Riviera, exploring Nice, Monaco, Saint Paul de Vence, to name only a few. I could go on and on about how incredible our trip was, and how it has only given me the urge to travel more.
There were amazing concerts (Sufjan! Flaming Lips!). I met Farley Mowat! I acted like a tourist in Toronto for the first time, finally going to the top of the CN Tower and taking a cruise to the islands. There were trips to Ottawa (Two this year) and many, many great days and nights with friends in Hamilton and Toronto.
And now it's time to celebrate, and hope for a happier 2011. Instead of waiting in line at an overpriced bar, we're heading to Matty's for a low-key cocktail night. Cheers to 2010, and welcome 2011!
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