Almost over...
What did you do in 2006 that you'd never done before?
I went to England and spent the semester there, so I did a million things I hadn't done before: I got drunk in a British pub, went to Italy and Spain, saw Shakespeare plays in Stratford-upon-Avon, met Rachael (!), fufillied my life goal of having a British boyfriend - to name a few.
Did you keep your new years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
I never make resolutions because they're so easy to break. I doubt if I'll make any for next year.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
No.
Did anyone close to you die?
Lacy :(
What countries did you visit?
how did I not mention "Wagon Wheel" by Old Crow Medicine Show last year?
England, Ireland, Italy, and Spain. I'm soon to visit Italy again with a brief stop in Germany!
What would you like to have in 2007 that you lacked in 2006?
A good job.
What date(s) from 2006 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
January 22nd is when Andy and I broke up. January 29th is the day I flew to England. May 20th is the day I came home. June 20th Andy came back. July 29th we got back together, Septemeber 29th we split up again. It's been an up and down kind of year. Hopefully December 20th-30th will be extra memorable!
What was your biggest achievement of the year?
I think getting along on my own in England with not knowing anyone initially.
What was your biggest failure?
Making some mistakes by not respecting myself enough.
Did you suffer illness or injury?
Probably colds and stuff. I did bruise my wrist pretty badly ice skating in January :-p
What was the best thing you bought?
My pashmina!
Whose behavior merited celebration?
Hmm...Michelle, actually. I've been really proud of the way she's been dealing with things lately. Jess, too :)
Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed?
I guess if anyone's did, it was my own.
Where did most of your money go?
Food, plane tickets, gas money.
What did you get really, really, really excited about?
Uh, everything in England, haha. Seeing Andy again. Now Italy!
What songs will always remind you of 2006?
most Jack Johnson
any Christine Fellows
"Everyday I Love You Less and Less" - Kaiser Chiefs
"I Bet You Look Good On the Dance Floor" - Arctic Monkeys
"I Miss You" - Kat Atwater
"When Will You Come Back Home?" - Ryan Adams
"I'll Make Believe It's You" - Jim Cuddy with Wilco
"The Mess Inside" - the Mountain Goats
"Pamphleteer" - the Weakerthans
"Homecoming Day" - Andy White
Compared to this time last year, are you...
i. happier or sadder? Sadder.
ii. thinner or fatter? Fatter.
iii. richer or poorer? Poorer technically because of more loans, but richer as far as pocket-money goes because I still have money saved up from working.
What do you wish you'd done more of?
Going to the gym.
What do you wish you'd done less of?
Crying and drinking.
How will you be spending Christmas?
In Italy with Ica!
Did you fall in love in 2006?
Yes, I fell out and back in again.
What was your favorite TV program?
LOST!
Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?
No.
What was the best book you read?
His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman. It's a shame it took me so long to read them!
What was your greatest musical discovery?
Christine Fellows. I'm pretty much in love with her now.
What did you want and get?
Another trip to Italy.
What did you want and not get?
To quote the Mountain Goats, "I wanted you to love me like you used to do."
What was your favorite film of this year?
Little Miss Sunshine, probably.
What did you do on your birthday, and how old?
I turned 21, and I went out to Savoy's with Abby, Bethany, and Brian Kirby.
What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
Less drinking, probably.
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2006?
The same as always? haha. Actually bought some going out clothes, though.
What kept you sane?
All the girls in England, my mom, Andy is a weird way, and Alex.
Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
RYAN GOSLING! My new love...
What political issue stirred you the most?
None, to be honest, except maybe the constant ineptitude of our government's policy in Iraq and their love of manipulating the Constitution and Bill of Rights.
Who did you miss?
Andy and Jess.
Who was the best new person you met?
Alex
Was 2006 a good year for you?
Some parts were really amazing, and some parts sucked big time, but overall, it was good.
What was your favorite moment of the year?
Oh, gosh, so many. Just walking around Bath. Finally going to Rome. Camping with Andy. Every round of Smash Bros ;)
What was your least favorite moment of the year?
Andy breaking up with me.
Where were you when 2006 began?
Outside in a park, lighting fireworks.
Who were you with?
Andy and his brother.
Where will you be when 2006 ends?
Florence.
Who will you be with when 2006 ends?
Great question. :(
Did you break up with anyone in 2006?
Yes.
What was your favorite month of 2006?
Oh gosh. Probably April.
How many different states did you travel to in 2006?
Three, I think. Maybe 4.
Did you lose anybody close to you in 2006?
No.
How many concerts did you see in 2006?
Wilco, the Weakerthans, soon the Boston Pops...I think that's it.
Did you have a favorite concert in 2006?
Wilco was awesome, as always.
Did you drink a lot of alcohol in 2006?
Yes, probably too much.
Did you do a lot of drugs in 2006?
No, just probably smoked pot maybe 3 or 4 times.
Did you do anything you are ashamed of this year?
Yes, due to the excessive alcohol already mentioned.
What was the worst lie someone told you in 2006?
"I haven't thought about it."
Did you treat somebody badly in 2006?
If I did, it was completely unintentional.
Did somebody treat you badly in 2006?
Yes.
If you could go back in time to any moment of 2006 and change something, what would it be?
I would slap myself in the face if I could go back at certain times. I would change one thing but for someone else. Other than that nothing.
What are your plans for 2007?
Finish Gettysburg, hopefully get an internship, maybe go back to England by July?