trek Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 2017 was fake news. I'm glad to be living up on this side of the border. Glad to see my DT condo has appreciated 100K in just over a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Monahan Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 The year I became a man. At least in my own opinion. By this I mean I shot an unsuspecting animal and paid for internet porn with my own credit card. Jokes aside, I do mean it when I say this is the year I “became a man”. Finding intrinsic motivation in myself in all my pursuits, taking accountability for my successes and (more importantly) my failures, being a good friend/family member to those I love and those who just simply needed it, volunteered oodles of free time to the community, and stopped giving a rat’s arse about the things I can’t control. I wouldn’t say 2017 was a particularly special year in any one regard but it was a big year for me, if that makes sense. And to boot, found the love of my life in the form of a 190 pound sh*t for brains mutt in need of a good home. All the best to my fellow CDC’ers in 2018 and congrats on another year in the books. Stay safe tonight (@Twilight Sparkle) and I’ll see y’all on the other side (2018). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c00kies Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 Best year of my life turned into the worst year of my life. It's going to take a lot of 2018 for me to dig back up to being okay, and it's going to be a painful journey. Still hoping for that one year where I can look back on it and smile and say "I made it" or "This was a wonderful year". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twilight Sparkle Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 @Sean Monahan I started 2017 drunk and I'll end 2017 drunk xD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithers joe Posted January 1, 2018 Author Share Posted January 1, 2018 3 minutes ago, c00kies said: Best year of my life turned into the worst year of my life. It's going to take a lot of 2018 for me to dig back up to being okay, and it's going to be a painful journey. 3 minutes ago, c00kies said: Best year of my life turned into the worst year of my life. It's going to take a lot of 2018 for me to dig back up to being okay, and it's going to be a painful journey. lets hope all goes well for you in 2018. when you hit bottom, there is only one way to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c00kies Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 1 minute ago, smithers joe said: lets hope all goes well for you in 2018. when you hit bottom, there is only one way to go. I've thought that before. Life is unpredictable, and the second things start to look up, something will always drag you back down. The biggest difference going into the new year, is that I'll be more prepared for the downs to come, instead of being naively hopeful for the good times to last. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Monahan Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 4 minutes ago, Twilight Sparkle said: @Sean Monahan I started 2017 drunk and I'll end 2017 drunk xD I’d expect nothing less from you TS 9 minutes ago, c00kies said: Best year of my life turned into the worst year of my life. It's going to take a lot of 2018 for me to dig back up to being okay, and it's going to be a painful journey. Still hoping for that one year where I can look back on it and smile and say "I made it" or "This was a wonderful year". Chin up buddy. It’s always darkest before the dawn, as corny as that is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c00kies Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 4 minutes ago, Sean Monahan said: I’d expect nothing less from you TS Chin up buddy. It’s always darkest before the dawn, as corny as that is. Well, It's been getting darker over the years. Hopefully it gets to the darkest point already so that the dawn can come around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Monahan Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 1 minute ago, c00kies said: Well, It's been getting darker over the years. Hopefully it gets to the darkest point already so that the dawn can come around If it gets that dark it’s bound to have an equal and opposite reaction of brightness ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master 112 Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 worst year of my life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babych Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 2017 was a year of personal growth for me. I finished my masters, got in shape, and recently addressed my addiction to the sweet, sweet alcohol. sadly, I'll be sober tonight. happy new year, CDC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithers joe Posted January 1, 2018 Author Share Posted January 1, 2018 1 hour ago, c00kies said: I've thought that before. Life is unpredictable, and the second things start to look up, something will always drag you back down. The biggest difference going into the new year, is that I'll be more prepared for the downs to come, instead of being naively hopeful for the good times to last. i always say, look back at your life in 50 years. you should get a chuckle about these days. i've forgotten most of my negatives times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violator Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 I will not remember 2017 as a good year just as i was getting going after eight months of beong laid off my father dies.The end of the year has turned out better and i might have a really good 2018 of i am smart financially and think about the things in the long term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancaster Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 I guess I'll pile on with my story on 2017 being a very tough year. Had to make arrangements for the funeral home to cremate my prematurely-born daughter. Instead of hoping and preparing for a bright future ahead.... I now have an empty wound in my heart, hollowed out by the would-haves, could-haves, and the dreams that never were meant to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violator Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 1 hour ago, Lancaster said: I guess I'll pile on with my story on 2017 being a very tough year. Had to make arrangements for the funeral home to cremate my prematurely-born daughter. Instead of hoping and preparing for a bright future ahead.... I now have an empty wound in my heart, hollowed out by the would-haves, could-haves, and the dreams that never were meant to be. I feel a little better which is bad Im so so so sorry for your loss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lancaster Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 7 minutes ago, Violator said: I feel a little better which is bad Im so so so sorry for your loss No worries. It's an unfortunate part of life. People do die. My other twin is currently in intensive care in the hospital.... I never wish anything bad to the other babies and parents, but knowing they are there in a strange way gives me solace to the fact that there are others that completely understand what I feel. The whole misery loves company... sort of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithers joe Posted January 1, 2018 Author Share Posted January 1, 2018 9 hours ago, Lancaster said: I guess I'll pile on with my story on 2017 being a very tough year. Had to make arrangements for the funeral home to cremate my prematurely-born daughter. Instead of hoping and preparing for a bright future ahead.... I now have an empty wound in my heart, hollowed out by the would-haves, could-haves, and the dreams that never were meant to be. that is tough. i can't even imagine what your feeling but my thought and prayers go out to you. i know this sounds cruel, but in time the pain will subside some. it won't go away but, you'll be able resume a happy life with the rest of your family. are you planning to have more kids? good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salacious Crumb Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 2017 was rough hoping 2018 is kind to all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 up and down year to be sure, my dad made it through another long hospital stay (90 days instead of 6 months like his last one), our daughter had a rough year (doing much better the last couple of weeks to) with some issues, work sucked, but my wife and I are still crazy for each other after 17 years so 2018 is looking up. Some fun hockey to watch again was nice too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-DLC- Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 Seems like it was a looooong year. I switched jobs at the beginning of the year and, although I loved my previous job, it was a big step up that has improved my finances. I work with kids now, which has always been a dream of mine. My ex and I continue to make strides toward securing a solid friendship, so that's been good. The father of my kids and someone I loved for a very long time, so I'm glad we've salvaged a deep connection that has us rooted together. Never interested in reconciling as a couple, but nice to have him in my corner (even if it means I have to help him with issues with HIS ex). I feel blessed...we went through 10 years of absolute hell as a family not long ago so it's nice that the anxiety is finally subsiding and I'm enjoying life again. Back at the gym, so that's also filling a huge void that was there while I focused on everything else. We lost my dear friend and Mother in law......was at a game when I got the news that she was in critical care...went downhill quickly. That's awful, and we're still reeling over it....one day she was smiling in a picture and the next it seems she was gone. Also amplified the hole in my heart that my Mom left.... But we're learning that they're never really gone...we carry them in our hearts everywhere we go. Their laughter and warmth are always there. But it's rough. Was a fun hockey year for me...I have some amazing friends and during those awful times I got reprieve and they reminded me that I'm lucky. Best of the new year to all of you....we have a special thing going here and I am grateful for every one of you and the chance to share your lives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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