Looking back at 2008

I was looking towards 2008 the same day last year, 2007 was a very good year for me and I was hoping to 2008 to be better. Time flies at the blink of my eyes. We are heading for 2009 already.

Looking back at what I have done 2008 is far from my expectations. There are ups and downs unlike 2007. I can’t complain much as I have some good reasons to call for celebration this year.

I tried to do as many things in the shortest possible time but I will always have those unforeseen circumstances popping out from nowhere to distract me. Nevertheless, I am not too please with what I have done this year.

2008 would have been good if not for the financial catastrophe, and global recession.

The Good 2008

1. I had a promotion and received my bonus despite the economy slow down.

The Bad 2008

1. Less gatherings with my friends, we used to have dinner very often but this year was quiet. We meet up for supper once in a while since everyone’s busy with work. I missed those folks.
2. I put on weight. My pants are tight now and I have to return to my tailor to tailor new cloths to fit my new body.
3. More smoker cough nowadays. 
4. Paper loss for my investments.
5. Failed to meet my books per year target.
6. This is not impressive to me. The entire 2008 is a quiet year for me. If not for that promotion, I most probably achieve nothing this year. 

2009 will definitely be better.