Yes, it’s a well used title, just not one I’ve had an opportunity to use for many years. I can safely say that 2008 has been one of the most eventful years of my life.

The year started under a black cloud, I had just entered my 25th year of a very unhappy marriage, while at work, negotiations were underway regarding redundancy packages, as plant closure was announced for Oct 08.

Then a very dear friend and work college was killed on her way to work, her car hit ice and smashed into a tree.   She was 35.

My sister finished her chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer and started radiotherapy.  (She still has not been given the “All clear” yet)

Then something amazing happened.  I had joined a social media site called Twitter in November 07,  when a chance comment I made brought me a untold happiness.  My happiness is known as Loaf.

October brought the long awaited redundancy, as I packed up my desk at work I also packed my bags at home and moved out.  Not so much an ending, but the start of a new life.  I am much happier, more relaxed and looking forward to finding out what 2009 has in store.  With Loaf by my side I feel I’m in for a fun year.