2009 in a Survey
POSTED AT 08:57 PM in year-ender
It's that time of the year again, when I look back at what I've done and try to squeeze them in a survey. I've been doing this survey since 2007 (look here, here and here) and I always smile whenever I read them. My favorite part is answering which songs remind me of that year. Because it's true, once I hear a certain song I'd know from which part of my life it belongs. 
2009 wasn't a very good year for me, I guess everyone went through a rough patch, what with all the things that happened. But I'm thinking positive, leaving all the bad vibes behind and welcoming 2010 with open arms!
Start it right, I say. I just know good things are coming. Hello positivity!
What did you do in 2009 that you'd never done before?
- head the production of a magazine's special issue; drop from a tree
Did you keep your new years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
- never made them. But I'm making some for 2010. 
Did anyone close to you give birth?
- Genacel gave birth to baby Javier!
Did anyone close to you die?
- Yes and No.
What countries did you visit?
-Hong Kong (technically, China) -- again, as always. With Jay this time! 
What would you like to have in 2010 that you lacked in 2009?
-diver's license (this one still!), --this one still!
What date from 2008 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
-August 31, 2009. EGM passed away.
What was your biggest achievement of the year?
-YES! 100 Most Beautiful Stars 2009 edition. 
What was your biggest failure?
-Small stuff. like keeping my place neat. hahaha --oo, ito pa rin! ;D
Did you suffer illness or injury?
-Nothing major.
What was the best thing you bought?
-If last year it was my Zara sandals, this year it was my Zara flats.
Super best buy!
Whose behavior merited celebration?
-Everyone who helped after Ondoy.
Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed?
-Politicians. Those responsible for the Maguindanao massacre.
Where did most of your money go?
-bills, bills, bills. and clothes and food. --yep, same as last year.
What did you get really, really, really excited about?
-Hong Kong with Jay! 
What song(s) will always remind you of 2009?
- Light Years Away, Ang Huling El Bimbo, and I'm Yours
Compared to this time last year, are you:
i.happier or sadder? -- HAPPIER!!! :D --ditto
ii. thinner or fatter? -- Fatter! --ditto. So that means I get fatter as years go by!
iii. richer or poorer? -- richer. mwahaha! show me the moneh! --ditto!
What do you wish you'd done more?
-exercise. lazy bum <----yep eto pa rin <---- yep, 3rd year in a row --4th time's the charm
What do you wish you'd done less of?
-eat. and buy impusively <----- uh huh <---- ditto --yep, plus play online games!
How many one-night stands?
- zilch.
What was your favorite TV program?
-One Tree Hill, Gossip Girl, CSI, CSI: NY, CSI Miami, Project Runway, Grey's Anatomy, 90210, Melrose Place, Top Chef, NCIS
Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?
-Nope
What was the best book you read?
- Sputnik Sweetheart.
What was your greatest musical discovery?
-She & Him!!! I want to be Zooey Deschanel for a day!
What did you want and get?
- My iPhone.
What was your favorite film of this year?
- 500 Days of Summer and The September Issue. UP, even if Jay and I have yet to finish watching it hehe.
What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
-22, dinner with Jay at Cafe Provencal. 
What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
-Beach beach beach.
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2009?
-Jeans are my best friend. And flats.
What kept you sane?
-Music, writing, books, downloads. --this still. and Jay
Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?
-Zooey Deschanel.
What political issue stirred you the most?
-Maguindanao Massacre.
Who did you miss?
-Always, my dad.
Who was the best new person you met?
-Hmm Arvee? ;D The Beauty special photographers. 
Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2009:
- You don't have to be on everybody's good side, especially if it involves something you genuinely believe in.
What was the nicest thing someone told you about yourself:
-"You give time for your friends, all your friends." [I'm looking at you Patrick dear!
]
The most touching experience you've had this year?
-I'll keep that to myself.
What did you like most about yourself this year?
- I stuck to my responsibilities.
What did you hate most about yourself this year?
-Procrastinating like crazy. --this one still!
Quote a song lyric that sums up your year:
- "Breakin down and coming undone, it's a roller coaster kinda rush."
Was 2009 a good year for you?
- Not so much.
What was your favorite moment of the year?
- The Final Set, Hong Kong with Jay. And when I almost choked from laughing (while drinking) because of Jay's antics. :D
What was your least favorite moment of the year?
-getting up in the morning
Where were you when 2009 began?
- At home, inhaling smoke and jumping like a jellybean
Who were you with?
-family toothpaste.
Where will you be when 2009 ends?
-at home
Who will you be with when 2009 ends?
-family toothpaste
Do you have a new years resolution for 2010?
- Not really resolutions. More like goals.
What was your favorite month of 2009?
-June.
Did you lose anybody close to you in 2009?
-yes and no
Did you miss anybody in the past year?
-my dad nga. kulet.
What was your favorite record from 2009?
-500 Days soundtrack, Katy Perry's One of the Boys, MJ hits, Taylor Swift's Fearless
How many concerts did you see in 2009?
- Three, I think. UP Fair, The Final Set, and the INC anniversary presentation. Hehe.
Did you drink a lot of alchohol in 2009?
- Hmmm...yes, for my standards.
Do a lot of drugs in 2009?
- haven't done drugs ever
You do anything you are ashamed of this year?
-No.
How much money did you spend in 2009?
- A LOT.
What was your proudest moment of 2009?
- Beauty Special launch. When I was told it was doing well in sales. 
What was your most embarrassing moment of 2009?
- Hmmm. Wala naman. Errata?
If you could go back in time to any moment of 2009 and change something, what would it be?
- None.
What are your plans for 2010?
- take better care of myself.
exercise, eat healthy, sleep early, the works! Oh, and read more books!
How are you different now that the year has ended?
- More thankful and appreciative of the things and the people in my life.
What are your wishes for the new year?
- For my sliding door to be fixed so I can have people over!!!
HAPPY HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! 