2010: The Survey
Was 2010 good for you? The year as a whole, no, but it had some high points.
What was your favorite moment of the year? Running under the Hood to Coast "Finish" banner with 10 other teammates in various stages of pain while our spry 12th runner took off ahead. We were all laughing, tripping in the sand, and yelling, "Tooooom! Wait!" I laugh every time I remember that moment.
What was your worst moment of the year? December 16 when I came face to face in the shortcomings of our mental health system.
Where were you when 2010 began? I don't remember... weird. Did I go to bed before Midnight?
Who were you with? I bet Jason was there wherever I was.
Where were you when 2010 ended? At the Halls' house, standing with my arm around Jason, Josh and Laura to my right, and the rest of the Monday Night Posse in front and behind me. It was a beautiful thing to countdown and clink glasses with people who have come to mean so much to me over the last year.
Did you keep your new years resolution of 2010? I followed through with some of the not-so-fun commitments I made to myself. I had also resolved to be more cultured and that was certainly accomplished.
Do you have a new years resolution for 2010? To live boldly. To be intentional in my actions, be present in every moment, and stand my ground.
Did you fall in love in 2010? Every day.
Did you make any new friends in 2010? Yes, 2010 was a good year for new friends. I love my running buddies and it is fun to stay in contact with my subbed-in H2C teammates.
What was your favorite month of 2010? July
Why this month? The sun came out and stayed out for awhile, I made a surprise trip to Baker for Dad's 50th birthday, hung out with my abuelos, and Aunt Deb came to visit.
Did you travel outside of the country in 2010? No, I really need to renew my passport. I'm looking at you, Canada. And Dominican Republic. And South Korea. And Japan...
How many different places did you travel to in 2010? Baker, Bend, Prineville, Salem, Hug Point, Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Seaside, Tillamook, Carlsbad, San Diego, Denver, Sutherlin and a bunch of places along the I-5 corridor.
Did you miss anybody in the past year? My brother and my besties
What was your favorite movie that you saw in 2010? Secretariat
What was your favorite song from 2010? "If I Die Young" by The Band Perry
How many concerts or plays did you see in 2010? Jason took me to see CATS! and a friend took me to see The Lion King at the Keller. We also saw Clackamas High put on Les Miserables and an elementary production of Wizard of Oz.
Did you have a favorite concert in 2010? No concerts, but I loved Les Mis.
What was your favorite book in 2010? My favorite fiction book was Sarah's Key by Tatiana de Rosnay and my favorite nonfiction was Until Death Do Us Part by Ingrid Betancourt. (I read the version printed after Betancourt was released from her captivity.)
Did you do anything you are ashamed of this year? I'm not impressed with my work performance.
What was the biggest lie you told in 2010? "I'm fine and everything's great."
Did you treat somebody badly in 2010? No, I finally told the truth with compassion and firmness.
Did somebody treat you badly in 2010? No, because I set up boundaries.
What was your proudest moment of 2010? Completing the Hood to Coast.
What was your most embarrassing moment of 2010? I must have blocked it.
If you could go back to any moment of 2010 and change something, what would it be? I would have been happier to hear from my best friend at 7 am instead of being grumpy pants.
Where did you work in 2010? LifeWorks NW
Favorite TV shows(s) of 2010? Glee, Without a Trace, Lie to Me, The Mentalist, Criminal Minds, and How I Met Your Mother
Favorite Band(s) of 2010? Lady Antebellum and The Band Perry
Favorite Food in 2010? I was really digging post-run hamburger and fries this year. Horrible, I know.
Favorite Drink in 2010? Vanilla Chai Tea and Vanilla Rooibos Tea Latte
Favorite Place in 2010? Disneyland
Favorite person(s) to be with in 2010? Jason, Aunt Deb, Dad, and Heather
Favorite person(s) to talk to in 2010? Aunt Deb, Bobby, Grandma+pa
Favorite trip in 2010? Drive to Carlsbad for Thanksgiving and surprise trip to Disneyland at the tail end of it.
Favorite stores in 2010? FitRight NW and RunningSkirts
Hardest thing you had to go through in 2010? Recognizing I have depression and the ensuing battle that's resulted from that. Thankfully I'm blessed with a supportive husband and friends who love on me.
Most exciting moment(s) in 2010? Jason entering the Bachelors part of his adult degree program; anytime marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, roasting sticks, and a fire were around; eating at the Marrakesh with the Monday Night Posse; all of Hood to Coast; and standing in line for the teacup ride at Disneyland...
Funniest moment(s) in 2010? It's only funny now, but was very not funny at the time: when my hammock strap broke during our Goat Peak/Rock(?) backpacking trip. I was so tired I said to Jason, "Screw it, I'll just sleep here" (here being the bottom portion of my hammock on the ground while the other portion was tied to the other tree).
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| Nike & Jason in 10-degree weather at the 2nd Twin Lake. First snowshoeing trip of the season, | December 31, 2010. |
3 comments:
What a cool post - I really liked getting to know you! Here's to a great 2011!
Loved your post! A great way to get to know somebody! I may have to steal it for my blog.
I really admire your courage, Nike. You inspire your readers!
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