It came about thanks to my housemate's antics resulting in his parents insisting I come back or a for sale sign was going to be put on the house due to his bad behavior. I agreed and when I got a check, I headed for the desert and except for one weekend in LA and SD, I have been here.
Everyone wants to ask one question. WHY?
It was because I didn't want to see a housemate and friend of four years homeless. I do have a soft spot in my heart for him and didn't want to see him wind up in a REAL bind.
That said, here is my 2018 in review.
Successes:
- I spent more time with my family this year. Between three trips to Guanajuato, one to Austin and one to Ontario, CA. Those who say I have no more excuses on that one are right. With that said, I am looking forward to my nephew's graduation in May.
- I made Diamond status for Wyndham Rewards. I didn't think that would happen at the beginning of the year, but it did. Will I take advantage of it next year? Good question.
- When I went to the LA Auto Show this year, I wound up staying at the Westin Bonaventure. I've always wanted to and the best part about that adventure is that a date wound up being thrown in!
Let downs
- I endured a string of bad luck / unfortunate happenings in Tijuana and San Diego in October. I was thrilled when that chapter ended, but it was a relatively unpleasant time. To make matters worse, finances were very tight during that period.
- Some tax issues came back to haunt me at the worst possible moment. OK. My bad. I also promise to straighten them out, but being broke in another city is no fun at all.
- I had to switch MDs because although I still have the same health insurer, the plan is different and has a different set of providers.
The jury is out, so stay tuned
- I found out I cannot get on PreP because I flunked my blood test. I have some kidney issues.
- I agreed to see if a relationship should be taken to the next level, which means I will be in Houston, TX at the end of January.
Resolutions for 2019
- Bill more hours
- Lose enough weight to go under the 200 lb barrier.
- Clean up my finances
So, goodbye 2018 and happy 2019.
