About a year ago I wrote a post recapping 2013, so I thought it apt that, even if I haven't blogged anything for the last 6 months, I should at least have a quick look over 2014. But... I've had a bit of wine, and some sorbet cocktail, and some asti so I might need some help. Also, apologies in advance for any typos, rambling and general mishaps that typically occur when typing in an inebriated fashion). Here goes.
"Sam, what have we done this year?"
"...lots?"
Ooft. Thanks, nevermind. Okay, from memory... (so definitely not in any kind of order)
Berlin. Currywurst was great. Walking tour was knackering, but good.
Barcelona. Even better than Berlin. Lots of food, lots of Sangria.
Took a road trip to Scotland - went for a burrito on the way (woop!), got to see my family in Aberdeen, took a scenic route through the Cairngorms and had a t'riffic night in Edinburgh.
Latitude festival. Highlights included watching Damon Albarn (and the better half of Blur) in an incredible thunderstorm, and getting to see Hozier live (eeeeee!!!).
I went to Brighton for the first and second times in my life, and found a youthful, vibrant city full of character and shops (and burgers covered in pulled pork).
I also got to be Maid of Honour for one of my best friends - first throwing her a nautical-but-nice hen do in Ipswich, then attending her big day and watching her tie the knot in a beautiful ceremony in Cambridge.
Admittedly, it's not just been a year of peaks and successes. There have crappy moments romantically, financially and professionally, but without them I wouldn't have been able to appreciate the fortune that I have had (sorry, cheese incoming). I have some amazing and supportive friends and family, I've been living fairly independently for over a year and the future is looking very, very bright. Yes, in six months time everything will be totally different. I'm moving house very soon. I'll be getting rid of a lot of shoes. I'm going to be embarking on a new career path. These things are definitely terrifying, but also... full of potential. Last year all I asked was to schedule in some "me" time, spend some weekends in Europe and get back into running (2/3 ain't bad, right?) So all in all I think I'm due a bit of a shake up - bring it on 2015, I'm ready for ya.
I wish everyone reading this (and some people that aren't) very happy new years. May you triumphantly overcome the obstacles thrown at you, and be rewarded with all the love and happiness you deserve. Now piss off and get drunk(er) xxxxx
