Christmas was just a couple of days ago and now we’re counting down to 2014. It’s almost New Years eve!!
Between hiding for fireworks, going to the hairdresser and getting ready for tonight, I found some time to look back at 2013. It was another year full of changes. Big changes as well! I mean, who would have thought on 31 december 2012, that N and I would have our own little palace and that I would do my pre-master in the health sector? Well, it sure wasn’t me!
But I must say: I definitely had a lot of fun, laughs and love this year! Of course the occasional stress and the hating people occurred as well, but you know me: I like to concentrate on the positive and look forward. That’s why, instead of looking back on what happened, I just want to share some of the realizations I had over the year. The little thoughts that could be very fundamental.
Let’s list them:
1) It’s funny how easy it is to lie about money. When someone asks you for money on the street and you say ‘I’m soo sorry, but I don’t have any cash on me today’, while you’re playing with the euro in your pocket.
2) Taking pictures on which you look like an idiot are way more fun to take than the pretty ones! Remember: We’re just talking monkeys flying through the universe on an organic spaceship.
3) When you don’t go out that much anymore. Let us say, once a month. That one time you go, you’re gonna dance like no ones watching and tomorrow will never come!
4) Love you family! I used to say ‘I’m not a family person’, ‘I don’t really go to my family’ etc. I am coming back from that saying. You know, I love my family. I like to visit my mom and dad. Even watching a movie at my aunt’s house, while enjoying her lovely food. I just love it.
5) Another thing about family: It doesn’t matter how much distance there is between you, family love is amazing. When N and I went to Curacao this year and I saw my grandparents again, I just felt love. Even though, I don’t have a real bond with them, I felt love for them and loved by them. So, Love them!
6) I have a face people like to talk to. Which is very annoying, especially in the morning when you’re trying to wake up and not hate your life. My solution: Put your I-really-couldn’t-care-less-what-you’re-saying-face on and you can proceed your journey in peace and quietness.
7) Babies are super duper awesome! I mean, there like miniature people with tiny hands and feet. The moment they start walking, they’re super fast and funny, because they start out as little penguins. Best thing about them? They’re soo cuddly and they smell so good (most of the time…)
8) 9 year-olds are awesome aswell! My little sister L is growing bigger and bigger. And so does her mouth! She’s sooo sassy and funny at the same time. Almost becoming a teenager now, so she got her own cellphone. Her best quote this year? I asked her: ‘aren’t you too young for whatsapp?’ and the replied with: ‘aren’t you too old to ask so many questions?!’ ouch.. Love this kid ❤
9) My love for N is so damn strong! N, my lover, best friend, soul mate, roommate, hubby to be (not engaged yet! Don’t worry hihi), cuddly bear and more. The person that makes me laugh so much, sometimes my belly feels like exiting my body. The person who thinks, I’m beautiful even when I am crying and mascara is running down my face. The person who makes me complete. I love you N!
10) Last but not least: Take time for yourself! I know life is busy enough with our jobs, school and loving others. But you need to take time for yourself. The moment I decide to polish my nails is one of the relaxing moments I love. The concerts I give while showering, even shaving my legs can be relaxing.
Love what you do and do what you love. Cause the year is over before you know it!
Happy New Year everyone and see you all in 2014!
Love,
Charlie
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