Ahem. Yes, I'm that person.
Anyway. 2015! What a year! Why aye! (Yes, I've been watching the Geordie Shore marathon on MTV. DON'T JUDGE ME.)
BELATED LANGUAGE WARNING. But seriously, Vicky is the best.
What one event, big or small, are you going to tell your grandchildren about? Hmm...Probably any number of adorable things their mother did during the year. She's a clever cookie.
If you had to describe your 2015 in 3 words, what would they be? So. Much. Laundry.
What new things did you discover about yourself? That my competitive nature knows no bounds (I somehow made yoga a competitive sport...still not sure how) and that my natural gift for snarkiness can read as straight up mean in the wrong company. Some people don't get my sense of humour. That I am more resilient than I thought. Also that I am less resilient than I thought when it comes to other stuff.
What single achievement are you most proud of? My daughter is developmentally advanced for her age. CAN YOU FEEL THE SMUG EMANATING FROM THE SCREEN?
What was the best news you received? Any time Liv left the doctors with a clean bill of health. Also my MIL beating cancer.
What was your favourite place that you visited in 2015? Hmm. Probably Sydney's Northern Beaches with my little tribe, it's a beautiful part of the world.
Which of your personal qualities turned out to be the most helpful this year? My ability to function on very little sleep, probs.
Who was your number one go-to person that you could always rely on? My dad. He's the best.
Which new skills did you learn? My yoga instructor helped me finally "get" meditation. Up until then I could never get past "So...I'm just sitting here trying not to think about stuff for fifteen minutes?"
What, or who, are you most thankful for? My daughter, always.
If someone wrote a book about your life in 2014, what kind of genre would it be? A comedy, love story, drama, film noir or something else? I have no idea but, considering that I previously summed up 2015 with the words "so much laundry," I'm guessing that it wouldn't be a particularly thrilling pageturner.
What was the most important lesson you learnt in 2015? How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. (But you shouldn't eat elephants. They are magnificent creatures.)
Which mental block(s) did you overcome? Hmm...that's a toughie. I actually have no idea!
What 5 people did you most enjoy spending time with? My daughter, my husband, my mother, my father, and...my brother and sister tie for fifth.
What was your biggest break-through moment career-wise? Seeing as I've spent the year being a mum, I'll pretend that your Q relates to parenting, so...getting my daughter back into a solid sleep schedule around the ten month mark.
How did your relationship to your family evolve? Ooh, that's a good one. Well my relationship with my parents & siblings is much more of a friendship, although my dad still nags me like ever: "Jessica, have you been to the doctor yet? I'm gonna call you on Monday, you better have made an appointment!"
What book or movie affected your life in a profound way? Confession time: I do not like movies. I can only handle watching a movie if I've read the full synopsis and know what I'm in for. So...no movies. Books? I really loved The Fictional Woman by Tara Moss - she solidified a lot of my beliefs as a feminist and a mother. Brilliant.
What was your favourite compliment that you received this year? That I'm a good mum. That's the most important thing. Oh, and that I'm TOTES SKINNY, obviously.
What little things did you most enjoy during your day-to-day life? Cups of tea, all day errrday.
What cool things did you create this year? That would be my granny square blanket for Liv's first birthday...that she didn't receive until Christmas, because Mama underestimated how long it takes to make those damn squares.
What was your most common mental state this year (e.g. excited, curious, stressed)? I have a baby and insomnia, so...tired. Always tired.
Was there anything you did for the very first time in your life this year? Probably lots of mundane baby-related things, but I can't think of anything exciting like jumping out of a plane. Oh, I know! A headstand. What's up? MY LEGS, THAT'S WHAT!
What was your favourite moment spent with your friends? Probably a Xmas lunch B & I had a few weeks back with a bunch of our old mates...lots of food, lots of laughs. Good times!
What major goal did you lay the foundations for? Nee idea.
Which worries turned out to be completely unnecessary? There was a period there where it looked like we might struggle getting Xmas presents for everyone...but it all worked out at the eleventh hour. Phew.
What experience would you love to do all over again? Every moment with my baby...WHY IS SHE GROWING UP SO QUICKLY?!
What was the best gift you received? Easy: My husband had Foxtel connected as a Christmas present. SO MUCH TO WATCH!
How did your overall outlook on life evolve? Sometimes the smallest moments are the most significant. Treasure them. Stop thinking about how you could have done things differently in the past and focus on how you can do things differently in the future. If He brings you to it, He'll bring you through it.
What was the biggest problem you solved? Baby sleep. Easy.
What was the funniest moment of your year, one that still makes it hard not to burst out laughing when you think about it? 365 days spent with this little monster and you want me to narrow it down to one thing? She cracks me up every day.
What purchase turned out to be the best decision ever? Ha, that would once again be Foxtel. Oh, TV - how do I love thee? Let me count the ways...
What one thing would you do differently and why? I would go the dentist for my annual check up in May like I was supposed to, not leave it until October like an IDIOT. My wisdom tooth is being a STUPID JERK.
What do you deserve a pat on the back for? Keeping my shit together while B was hospitalised this year (he's fine by the way.)
What activities made you lose track of time? Easy: Crochet and dicking around on the Interwebz. "What do you mean three hours has passed? Shit, I better get dinner started!"
What did you think about more than anything else? Sleep. Both mine and Liv's. Closely followed by tea.
What topics did you most enjoy learning about? I've learnt a lot about the British monarchy this year actually. I don't know why, but I find them FASCINATING. For example, Princess Margaret was an absolute boss and I love her.
See? LOVE. HER.
What new habits did you cultivate? Tea & laptop time during Liv's morning naps. Time that could have been better spent actually doing housework, but...oh well. MAMA NEEDS HER DOWN TIME TOO.
What advice would you give your early-2015 self if you could? She will sleep eventually. In the meantime, enjoy the koala cuddles. Oh, and book in your dental check up for May, don't leave it until October!!!
Did any parts of your self or your life do a complete 180 this year? Well, I started the year as someone who held no great affection for dating reality shows, nor Sam Frost. But now? SAM + SASH 4EVAAAA. (A very deep & meaningful answer, I know.)
What or who had the biggest positive impact on your life this year? Liv. She makes me a better person, a stronger person every day.
So, in short, yes I am one of those boring people who has no life outside of their child. OWNING IT BITCHES!
Happy New Year everyone! I hope your 2016 is full of health, wealth and happiness. Thanks for reading, you're the best - don't let anyone tell you otherwise!
Jess xxxx
