Even though 2005 was by far not the greatest of years for me and especially at the very end, I am thankful for a lot of things, I recieved my doctoral degree, I am healthy, I have a wonderful family, my sister is getting married to a great guy pretty soon, and I am very thankful for all my close friends who stood by me and proved how long time friends can become a part of your extended family. And how true friends will come to the aid of another when that person needs them most. So with all crappy moments, 2005 did have for me and even at the very end of the year with regards to a very personal matter, it was not a complete waste of a year for me either.
