Dec 31 2009
At Year End
It has been yet another challenging year for me. During the summer, I was feeling good about myself being included in a group, and then months later has led into another disappointment. But I have gained more experience for building relationships with people, learned from my past mistakes, and have not given up on myself with the support of my family and “true friends” I have today. I am confident to take the next road that will lead to success.
As the year comes to an end, I should look back on the positive things. I completed 24 sessions with a physical trainer. That was helpful for me to reduce anxiety and get in better shape. I was actually able to beat my 9-year niece in arm wrestling. :) I took my first trip alone to New York City. It was something adventurous that I had never done before and I’m proud of myself for doing it. The New York trip has built up confidence in me to get out more and try different things. I have done some volunteer work but I didn’t do as much as I should have. At the very least, I started something and plan to pursue more in the new year.
During the past several months, my hearing loss community has continued to grow. I made new friends along the way from all over the country. It has been the most rewarding thing I have ever done by helping people in a community. I’m getting more involved with the hearing loss chapter group here in Milwaukee. I’ve taken the role of being a volunteer coordinator for Milwaukee Walk4Hearing in May 2009. This is a job I had also never done before. It will be a good experience for me especially when it comes to social interaction.
I believe the year 2010 will be a turning point in my life. My plans for the New Year will bring good things and the dreams I have will come true. I will work hard to become more active; whether joining a class, getting involved in activities, or doing some volunteer work. The key is to find what you’re interested at and not stay home doing nothing.
I am excited to start the New Year.
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