Dear 2009,
I am breaking up with you. It's not you, it's me...no wait it is you. You and I were just not a good fit. You were tough, demanding and draining on my bank account. I need a new year, one better suited for me. One that rewards my hard work and dedication, not one that takes and takes and takes. Here are a few of the many reasons I need to let you go:
You took some of those near and dear to me (RIP Beverlee, Margaret, Charles and Andrew) and even some of my favorite personalities (RIP Ted, Eunice, Walter, Farrah, Bea, Natasha and Patrick).
You can take back your overpaid, over endorsed, over exposed sports figures, politicians and celebrities that cheat, steal from and physically hurt those that love them.
H1N1 - don't get me started!
Many of my friends and family saw their jobs disappear or were forced to take pay-cuts or unpaid leave.
Too much Cancer! Enough said.
Reality TV stars that never should have been: Jon & Kate, Balloon Boy's dad and anyone that ever appeared on a VH1 show.
You also brought the deadliest year for the brave men and women that serve our country. May peace and happiness find their families again. I am forever grateful for their sacrifice.
It was not all bad, so I will give you credit on some of the highlights:
I have a President that I am proud of and respect. He has inspired me to be part of the solution, not the problem.
We are closer to healthcare for all, something I believe is a right not a privilege.
You took steps toward showing equal rights for all, but have a long way to go. I will continue believe and fight for rights for all.
The bad economy really brought back the importance of the little things in life, and has made me grow closer to family and friends.
I got to experience a new country (Trinidad) and collect a new stamp in my passport.
Business was sparse but I stayed very busy. A big thank you my fellow planners that contracted out work to me. I am grateful to come out on the other end with my business intact.
You reminded me that the underdog sometimes comes out on top: Susan Boyle.
Thank you for putting Chesley B. Sullenberger in as Captain of US Airways Flight 1549
I was able to camp at my favorite place in AZ - the Grand Canyon, and spend some vacation time in San Diego. Thank you for those fun trips.
I learned to be more thrifty and think about things in terms of want vs. need.
I love and cherish all my family, but have become very attached to my little Maryjayne. Thank you for bringing her light into my life.
You gave me Glee and V, two of the best new shows on TV and kept me entertained with a slew of great movies over the Summer and Fall. I also got see U2 and Wicked yet again.
Oh, and thank you for all the George Clooney movies too.
Lastly, you made me stop and take stock of where I am in my life, and form a plan to change the things I do not like. I am a smart, successful, empowered woman, and I can make the change I need.
So 2009, no more thinking back about you, I am only moving forward. I want to let you know I have found a new year. 2010 is already bringing the promise of a great year, one full of positive change, growth and prosperity. I plan to take full advantage of my new relationship and foster the best experience I can.
2009, we need to go our separate ways, I will take what I learned from you and march on to a better me with 2010.
Sincerely,
Cathy

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