The Very Last Post, Ever..

...of 2008, duh. So here we are! The very last day of 2008. Honestly I've been waiting for this day to come because it's time to start a new year. This of course means a new chapter in the life of Gary. Before we can find out what's in store for 2009, we shall first revisit 2008. A lot has happened this past year ranging from relationships to music to friends to family to losses to gains. Either way, everything I've done has been a learning experience for myself and I can only become a better person out of them all. There are still some aspects that I would like to change about myself and hopefully 2009 will be the year I can make them. So since I'm a nice guy, I'd like to thank everyone who was a part of my life in the year 2008, good or bad, because you all made me who I am today. I'd also like to thank God for always being there for me and not letting me down in times of hardship. Without you, I'd be screwed royally. You saved me in more ways than I can count on my fingers and toes. Let us continue our beloved relationship together in this upcoming year. And now it is time for me to brag a little bit. I really enjoyed learning a lot in music this year as well as improving my playing. A year ago, I was coming into Mason thinking that I'm not that strong of a player and was hoping to get a lot out of learning with Rick and the people I've played with. Pep Band has definitely been a plus for me and I can't wait to play with the band all the way until I graduate. The way I see it, 2009 looks to be very promising. I'm going to be applying for a music internship at Wolf Trap and finding another teaching job that will pay more. With a year's worth of experience under my belt, perhaps I can ask for a little bit more money. Tonight, me and Jess are going out with a bang at the club. First time for me doing something extremely exciting on New Years Eve. I'd like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and also to be safe tonight! If you're driving, watch out and don't speed as cops are going to be EVERYWHERE. You all know why. If you're drinking tonight, stay where you are. Don't you dare make mistakes that I have done in the past. I want to see you all in the next year. Ending this last post of 2008, it's been an exhausting year so you all earned the right to party tonight so go on and have fun! Peace.