2011 was the most amazing year of my life to date. I grew into my own person, building my own life – separate from my family life and very private and personal to me – and learnt so much about myself and about different aspects of life. I had the opportunity to interact with lots of people and in the process learned that no two persons are the same and sometimes what works for some may not work for others. It is very important that we treat people on their own merit. I taught myself the importance of distance and time. Sometimes we need to pull ourselves away from the things and the people we love the most to build a deeper passion and understanding. Sometimes the people who love us most pull away for periods of time for their own personal development, for their own peace. We as friends, partners and team-players need to understand and accept that. I’m happy I learnt that when I did because now I am a better friend, a better partner and a better team-player – I am more patient and understanding.

I am thankful to everyone I met along the 12 month journey that was 2011 – You have all played a treasured part in my life. My family – thank you for always being there, for keeping me grounded and for being a constant reminder of my daily purpose. I love you guys to bits and pieces. My best-friend – you are the light of my life, the love of my life, thank you for keeping me smiling, thank you for listening and reminding me that’s its ok to be me and it’s ok to mess up sometimes. I love you to infinity. The OOMA – Thank you for adding joy to my life, thank you for simply being there and thank you for an unforgettable year. I’m eternally grateful to God for your presence in my life and for the connection we’ve managed to build and maintain amidst some of what seemed liked the worst times in our lives. I’m happy I met you and I wish you a life full of success, love and happiness in everything you do. 2011 was ours baby and will forever be ours – yours and mine. Thank you baby! I loved it, I love you so dearly.

Happy 2012 to all my family, friends, co-workers & acquaintances…and of course, to my readers! I wish you all the success and happiness that this world has to offer. I wish for you and your loved ones health and strength and genuine connections in the 12 months ahead. May all your wishes come true!

Here’s to new challenges and accomplishments in 2012! *cheers*