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Round up of 2011

Time to take stock.

Looking back on 2011, it has its share of ups and downs.

Matt became a CERA and CFA all in one year!

Matt took over as the breadwinner of the family again! (pending April)

I've started on my 30-ish track, the age of no bewilderment, I hope.

I was promoted and have gradually found my footing in the team but I failed Exam 5 again, sucky.

Most of my good friends left town by September.  I still have a handful but methinks I should really hang out more and make more friends.

I started on pilates to help with my bad back and am enjoying the classes. I am still enjoying ballet but my back doesn't like it as much.

Matt and I started on weight-loss plans as our metabolism goes down with age, bah.

Matt and I started on ginkgo pills because of what's happened to Matt's mum.

Matt and I were lucky to have been able to travel quite a bit - Singapore, Shanghai, Miami, Philadelphia, Seoul, Toronto, Chicago and London.

God has blessed us with good year.  We give thanks for the enjoyable events and try to learn from those that made us sad.  We pray that we will grow in love and understanding of one another.  That our family members will be healthy, happy and content and our friends will lead fulfilling and fruitful lives this year.  

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