Like all good things, 2009 is coming to an end tonight. Last year at this time I was playing monopoly with Talia, Alex, and friends in Scotland in preparation for a night out on the town. It has been an incredible 365 days filled with new experiences, new friends, and some amazing travel highlights.
2009 will be most remembered for the six month stay in Amsterdam among the canals and bikes of the Dutch capital. From joining the UVA student body, to my internship with IGLYO, with visits from close friends, and Dutch traditions and charms, the six months immersed in another culture (where English isn't the first language) was one of the coolest experiences I've ever had. I also fell in love with Dutch culture, and the tiniest capital city in Europe (it's not exactly the smallest but it feels like a village). It's hard to put into words how you can feel for a city, but, like friends, there are places in this world that just feel right. I hope to get back to visit in coming years.
It will also be the year that defines my MA in International Performance Research. Six months in Amsterdam, one week in Finland, and four months in the UK. I hit all the three sites and met amazing friends from all over the world. It almost feels like a crime to get paid to study and gallivant around the continent, so I count 2009 as a blessing.
And yet there are great things to look forward to in 2010: a return to Canada the first month back, a new Toronto apartment with my best friend, and hopefully job prospects upon return (fingers crossed). Most importantly, I look forward to reconnecting with family and friends after 16 months of absence. Champagne corks to pop all around!
Tonight I'll be spending New Years Eve in Leamington where Courtney and I are going to have a low-key night in. We're hooking into Brit TV to watch the festivities on my computer. While on the precipice of a brand new year, we say goodbye to the old one. It has been a great 2009.
Doc's Prescription of the Day: Happy New Year and Best Wishes for 2010!
Thursday, December 31, 2009
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2 comments:
the amount of ground you covered in 2009 is amazing, doctor. i look forward to rediscovering toronto with you in exactly one month's time!
xo
2010 - to reconnecting, and to entering the Work Force ! Fingers crossed . To-NO ACADEMIC ASSIGNMENTS ! To settling back into the TO experience. Life is exciting !
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