Yesterday was my birthday, and unlike the partying that I usually do, this year was about self reflection. I think it really hit me when my friends were giving me a bad time about being a quarter of a century old now. It really made me stop to think and it dawned on me that I have probably lived just under a third of my life. Looking back, I have very few regrets. Looking forward, I'm very excited for what the future will bring.

In looking back to where I was a year ago compared to where I am today I was amazed. I can not beleive how much things in my life have changed for the best over the past year. When I think back a year ago, it seems like a lot more time has passed and I am shocked at what I have accomplished. Even the changes over the past six months - it's really amazing. Looking back to two years ago, omg... I can't even begin.

There are so many goals we all set for ourselves, but how many of us really live up to them. I know for me, it's just been the past seven months or so that I have really figured out who I am and what it is I want. In some ways, while I have been successful, I feel I was "going through the motions". Moving to Bozeman really changed my perspective on life, and I think I really needed the change. Shit... a year ago, I was so unhappy and the worst part is I didn't know it. Looking back further, even more unhappy. Since I have decided to take my life seriously, I will never go back.

I wake up every morning now, look out at the Bridgers and realize that I am for the first time in my life happy. I don't have any drama weighting me down, or people nagging me or giving me a shitty time. Those people I've cut out of my life, replacing them with people who respect and support me. I look at my circle of friends and I know I would not be here without them, and I am grateful to have them in my life. One of the most important lessons I have learned since coming to Bozeman is "no worries" or "don't stress dood" - fuck... what a hard lesson to learn. For those that know, I used to be one up tight, stressed out guy.

Anyways, thanks friends... you are greatly appreciated! Now, let's go celebrate! =)

Me after too many green beers :)

Well, it's St. Patty's Day again, the biggest holiday of the year for some. It got me thinking last night when I was scheming with some friends as to what the festivities would include, there has yet to be a year where I haven't had corn beef and cabbage. This year, I really wanted to cook up a huge feast, but with work I don't have the time. I was really bummed out, not to mention there is NO Irish bar in Bozeman (WTF is with that BTW... we are < 2 hours from Butte for fucks sake!).

Of course, the Canery comes to the rescue with their $3 corn beef and cabbage dinner, served with the traditional green beer =) For $3, I can't beat that. Hopefully I won't have to work too late tonight though... I have a project due so we'll see.

Anyways, have a safe and happy St. Patty's! Here is a link to help get into the Irish spirit if your having any trouble in that area: http://www.mamarocks.com/irish_eyes.htm

Man, took me half the day to realize it was Wendesday. It's felt like Friday for the past 7 days now. I need a break!! At least it's hump day, not really though since I will be at the office again this Saturday. Oh well, I guess it will keep me out of trouble.

At least I'm not staying late tonight. Instead, I am going over to this ladies house to fix her computer... what fun. I was talking to Ryan earlier about this... all I feel like doing today is sitting on my couch, watching TV and drinking beer... that's it. I don't want to touch a computer, let alone see one.

Plus, tomorrow is St. Patty's day, which if your of Irish descendants (like my family) you celebrate - there is no question. This year, I was hoping to goto Butte, since I understand it's one of the largest St. Patty's day parties in the world (next to Ireland of course ;). Unfortunately, I have a career I love and need to keep, and I so I will be here Friday. Oh well, next year and it's on bitches! Oh, and I want pics =)