26: A Year in Review

26. I am no longer "mid 20's" and on the demographics I am gauranteed in the next bracket. This year I celebrated my birthday as I best could with my other half in a land further off than this far off land. The idea was peace and indulgence. So after a normal morning and wonderful walk with the pups I went off to the spa  where I recieve a fantastic experience! A 2 hour herbal body massage and a free facial to boot. Not only did it feel fantastic but she was able to get the knots of out my shoulders! Those of you who have known me long know what a big deal this is and she is literally the ONLY massuse that has ever been able to. After my relaxation I picked up my favorite Indian food from my favorite Indian place (Delicious) and went home to the pups where I was able to indulge in yummy food, yummy wine, yummy ice cream and fun tv. A perfect time.

So what have I been up to during the year of 25? A lot actually. Lets see .... Paul Mitchell was put on pause so we could move to Japan! Moving in itself was long, tiring and a bit of a headache but all 4 of us are happily in Japan in one piece and learned some pointers along the way. We have traveled to many places in central Japan including Tokyo, Chiba, Fuji, Jogashima and more. We've seen sumo, flower carpet, winter illumination and river boating. I can't even list all the new food we've tried. The pups have gone hiking all over and even to an aquarium! I've had quiet and interesting year with a spouse organization (those of you who know understand what I'm talking about ) and may I say...never...never again. That being said though I've made some incredible friends and found deep seated loyalty. Traveled to South Korea and saw the wall amongst many other things. Surprisingly fell in love with Seoul- like a Asian Chicago. Visited Singapore which I can only refer to as the Vegas of Asia as they like to charge extra for everything. However we did hike in rainforest, went to the most southern point of mainland Asia, fed giraffes and elephants, rode and elephant and had breakfast with an orangutan . Hiked Mt. Fuji at night to see the sunrise. Have gotten accustomed to rolling earthquakes and typhoons.  Visited Kirin Brewery. Also not only have I been quadrupling my Ardent Prints business online and at bazaars I've been teaching both at the school and private art lessons Looking at where we will go next for our shore tour but no official word yet. Looking into schools to finish cosmetology and it's looking good. Oh and we're planning a really awesome trip for this winter but more to come of that later. Oh and my hair is not blonde for now, symmetrical and growing out .

Thank you to all those who sent well wishes, my incredible family, my playful pups and my wonderful husband . I look forward to what 26 is brewing to have in store.