I was all ready to post up a SPECTACULAR post here, full of photos and witty dialogue. But, alas, I have failed you. See, I am suffering from a bit of party fatigue, or party jetlag, I guess you could say. The past two weeks of celebrations has taken its toll on me. I must ask for your forgiveness, on behalf of my laziness.
That being said, it seems that the fresh and exciting 2009 is upon us. God, how did this year pass by so fast?! I can’t wait to see what lies in store for 2009. I’m taking the “More now” route with my resolutions. More smiles, more fun, more late nights, more laughing, more friends, more goodwill… I know I sound like a sap, but this past year, I was knee-deep in negativity so it’s time for this girl to change her tune.
I thought I’d do a quick “Best of ’08” post because it seemed fitting. Here goes…
Best Slow Like Honey Recipe: Hard to pick just one so I’m going to pick a couple… I’m really proud of making my own Pumpkin Pie, because two years ago, I would’ve never done that. The filling was soft, creamy, and not overly sweet… I’ve got to say I am still enamored with my Chocolate Chip Toffee Cookies. They never let me down. Dorie’s Perfect Party Cake comes in as a close third too. This Almost Fudge Gateau has been outlawed from my kitchen, seriously. And who could forget these innocent little Strawberry Cupcakes?
Best Man Candy: Robert Pattinson… Did you even need to ask? Have you not heard of my stalkerish ways?! I swooned over Jim Sturgess but I fell victim to this guys brooding stare…
But my age excuses my behavior; it’s not like I’m some crazy tweenie. I’m his age so it’s ok, right? Right?! hhmm, moving on…
Best book: The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. If you think your life is messed up, read this novel. It will change your mind. Also, Water For Elephants is one of my favorite books ever. (I know these didn’t come out this year, but I read them in ’08.)
Best movie: I must be honest, The Dark Knight was just SO good. But I also adored The Curious Case of Benjamin Button… (I have yet to see Milk or Revolutionary Road, both I’m dying to see.)
Best cd: It’s a toss up between Modern Guilt by Beck, Acid Tongue by Jenny Lewis, and Conor Oberst by Conor Oberst.
Best bookmarked post: I can’t just choose one, because I’ve read and bookmarked so many damn good recipes in the past year. I literally fell in love with Joy‘ Red Velvet Cupcakes. Anyone who appreciates the beauty of red velvet cake is a friend in my book :) The ever-so daring Robin had me at Bean Pie. Talk about comfort food! Mel’s recipe for Butternut Squash Beef Stroganoff had me drooling on my computer. Kristin’s post on the Ultimate Sticky Buns stole my heart, and there isn’t a day that goes by without me lusting over those buns. What can I say about Deb’s Dulce De Leche Cheesecake squares? Nothing, they are out of this world. Steph’s Filbert Gateau with Praline Buttercream blew my socks off. Seriously… There was something so heartfelt about Nicole’s post on Pear-Ginger Upside Down Cake that made me smile. Teri’s Green Tea Cheesecake peaked my curiosity and the colors of the cake itself are fantastic. Lastly, I couldn’t forget about Lisa who always stuns me with her posts and photography. I particularly love her Chocolate Coconut Caramel Cake.
Best show: Mad Men, hands down. The woes and stories Donald Draper and the rest of the gang sucked me from the get-go …
I hope you all have a damn good New Years Eve doing whatever makes YOU happy whether it be getting all dolled up or staying in with your sweetie. I’m off to San Francisco to hang out with friends, down some flutes of champagne, and wander the streets in the city by the bay. See you all in 2009!
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