1/4 Century Approaches

As I sit here with a half hour to go to the 1/4 century mark of my life, I can't help but look back and see all that I've accomplished...

I got over my fear of swimming pools when I was 5 and now try and keep me out of the water. Its impossible. If I could be any animal it would be a dolphin, I could spend the rest of my life in the sea.

I graduated from highschool, University with Honours, and I am now in the middle of my Masters. I think that's fantastic. Oh and I also have my TESOL certificate, who knows if I'll be able to put it to use, but we'll see.

I won the championships for my soccer league, I believe it was North Mississauga's under 16? under 18? maybe. Which reminds me, now that I'm back here I need to register to play again.

I've vacationed to some pretty cool places, New York City, the Dominican Republic, Maryland, Florida, California, and Las Vegas. I have also seen some wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon and Niagra Falls.

I've seen people born, I've seen people die, and I've met some pretty cool people. A special shout out to my girl Jamie, she's been my neighbour and friend since I moved in to this house when I was 8, thanks for being there. Trust when I say we've been through some ups and some serious downs, but true friends always find their way back to each other.

I've lived on my own, for 5 years.. and I learned alot in that time. I've always been independent, but when you're alone you realize how much your parents do for you. I've met some pretty cool people at Western, Val, Ski, Dave, Heather, Thank You Thank You Thank You, for sharing those university experiences with me.

I've gone through some phases: There was the tom boyish one when I wore things that were 2 sizes too big, then there was the club hoe phase when I wore clothes that were 2 sizes too small. I was once totally into the skater/rock scene at one point, checking out some awesome concerts, Silverchair, foo fighters, and Marilyn Manson 3 Times!! Im pretty sure after all that I've discovered myself and I'm happy with where I'm at right now. Head on straight, eye on the prize...

There has been just so much good and bad in my life, as much as I can remember for the last 24 years, and with just 20 minutes left now, I can't help but wonder what the next 25 will bring me. Will I get married? Will I have kids? Will I live in Toronto or Canada? *Knock on wood, will I stay healthy... But most importantly, will I be happy? Will I remain positive and content with whatever life brings me. I sure do hope so.

I can vote, I can gamble, I can drink in Canada and I can drink in the U.S., and in 20 minutes I will be able to rent a car with out rediculous insurance rates, in fact my own personal insurance comes down, oh joy!

Here's to 25 years, and my one wish is to accomplish every last goal on my 25 things to do this year.

Cheers