Well, what do you know, 2007 is here! It didn’t get here with a bang, and I mean that in the literal sense, but it was surprisingly wonderful. In contrast to the raucous and bordering on dangerous revelry in the Philippines (hundreds were reportedly injured in firecracker explosions and by stray bullets), we welcomed the new year with fine dinner, a few drinks, celebrity spotting, live jazz music and some dancing. We were prepared to usher in 2007 by staying at home and playing video games till our eyes pop out. However, an invitation to stay overnight at a hotel in downtown DC with a friend of the husband, his son and significant other changed plans for the better.
I have been off alcohol for quite sometime now so a shot of tequila did not go down the throat that nicely. Aging and low alcohol tolerance seem to go hand in hand. I stuck with beer for the rest of the evening. Husband and I capped the countdown with a long kiss and a giant hug. We danced together for the first time, the husband making up nicely for my ill attempt at getting into some kind of rhythm. Sometimes it’s hard to believe that we’ve finally bridged the distance, putting an end to costly long distance calls and endless hours spent online. I don’t know we made it through those months, but the wait is definitely well worth it.
While standing near the bar and gawking at dancing couples, we noticed someone who looked very familiar, someone who, if he was not the celebrity we thought he was, was a dead-ringer for Donald Faison who plays Dr. Christopher Turk in the comedy show “Scrubs.” At the end of the party, three of the four of us voted in the affirmative that it was Turk in the flesh.
On to resolutions. Exercise, exercise, exercise. I have vowed to get back into Pilates and address the cellulite building up in the lower abs. I have procrastinated on this long enough. Eating healthy is next. This is will be quite a challenge as, unlike in the Philippines, I cannot just run to the nearest “tiangge” to buy fresh vegetables, at least the ones my taste buds are familiar with. I have resolved to do more things this year in the interest of becoming a better person, but on top of the list is the promise to be more thankful of what I have in life and appreciative of the people who make each day meaningful and memorable.