Did anything good happen in 2020?

[Deprived_in_AZ]

Man, I think we’re all going to be glad when that one is over.... it was pretty shitty, wasn’t it!! Gah!

There is a thread here on the PG called Three Positives from your Day which was created by the lovely LikeableMe. It’s a great idea to just stop and reflect, and focus on something positive, especially when the world around us feels dark and gloomy.

Let’s see if we can end the year on a positive note and think of a few good things that happened in 2020. Could be anything.... Maybe we cleaned out the attic or spare room. Met a neighbor we never saw before because we were always out running around. Read a few books. Learned a new language or to play an instrument. Perfected our online flirting skills. Found new ways to masturbate. I know that some people have turned into gourmet chefs and master cocktail creators.

Me, I have become pretty damn proficient in hand sewing face masks. We’ve also taken in two abandoned cats, one of who has special needs, which has made things.. interesting.. around here.. The smartest thing we did this year was buy a carpet shampoo machine!

What about you?

 

[Booboobear84]

A friend whose wedding I attended in 2018 got pregnant. They had been trying since then. They really want children. She's so happy.

 

[mstrulyscrumptious]

I think I became stronger in my leadership skills... working remotely from one's team is challenging and has made me become more creative.

Was also fortunate to take two very enjoyable trips... one for the locale, the other for the company.

 

[Boots_and_Bourbon]

While I have put on a few pounds this year one major improvement in my world is getting much more sleep.

Oddly enough, this year has also taught me to find peace and appreciate what is important. I am much more at peace that I have been in years.

And I enjoyed one of the most amazing trips ever this fall. I was working, but it was relaxing. Leisurely. And I enjoyed some of the most amazing food. And beautiful sights every day that caused me to pause and reflect on my countless blessings.

 

[beachbaby179]

There's a new baby in our family. And she's sweet and smart and beautiful.
And an engagement to celebrate, with a wedding to plan.
And pandemic be damned, I met someone who is very quickly turning into the best thing that has happened to me in a very long time.

 

[Acktion]

Strong, patient, understanding, and loyal companions that have continued to stand with me, who didn't turn their back on me when the memory issues make it questionable if I would remember who they were, when hallucinations lay an opaque veneer across reality, and cognitive function has declined so that I often don't understand the... more esoteric conversations.

The leaving of those flighty butterflies who weren't strong enough, patient enough, understanding enough, or loyal enough to have made good companions on the dimming, all but indistinguishable path of my twilight, who could never have had happiness for all the pain inherent in knowing someone like me. Shedding their toxicity has, in many ways, been a boon for my soul.

Good music, good books, questionable movies, and silly games that help me to cling to the plateau of my mental decline by keeping my mind active.

Skeezix, the nineteen-year-old housecat that will hardly come down off the top of the fridge. Smoke, the sixteen-year-old lap cat who delights in sneezing in my face. Daisy the eleven-year-old hundred-pound lap puppy.

Puck Amok... I'll have to think about. It pretty much depends on the day and just what comes into the random numbers that serve in lieu of a brain whether I'm grateful for his two-year-old fuzzy kitten ass or chasing him through the house armed with a spray bottle and a string of invective that can make my old marine neighbor blush.

And I am grateful for my ghosts. My wife, my parents, friends, family, and lovers who are gone from this plane. Grateful that they were in my life and allowed me to be in theirs until the end.

Some days, I'm not grateful to have woken up. But, I'm always grateful for my love, my friends, and my pets that seem to think I'll get enough sleep when they finally nail the coffin shut and pitch it in the fire.

I'm grateful for my clove smokes that dim the persistent nerve pain, the shelter of a roof over my head, and food to fill my belly (when I deign to dine).

And, I'm grateful for Lit. And... some of its denizens. For giving me a place to come and ramble a bit when I can sit up (and my mind is clear enough to remember THIS password at least since I haven't been able to get into my email or Skype for months now).

I can't remember exactly who said it. Maybe Confuscious. Maybe Buddha. And I may not be getting the quote exactly right. But, as I recall, they said "the pathway to disappointment is paved with desire."

Any road, I've kind of figured that I can sit here and be a miserable, grumpy old curmudgeon full of piss and vinegar because I'm all disappointed in what I've lost, what I don't have anymore. Or I can be grateful that I ever had it at all (what I can still remember), and grateful for what I still do.

Oh, and pineapple. Can't forget the pineapple. Who the fuck puts LIME in coconut?! Pineapple for the win, you crazy fuckers.

 

[TongueLust]

My grandson was born... my moon baby.

I met some truly genuine, fantastic, and beautiful women, who are an important part of my spiritual journey...my soul tribe.

Although it has been a bit painful, I have been able to purge people who weren't genuinely for me, or my journey.

I don't share much about personal relationships, but I will say that it's refreshing, and comforting to know that I have someone in my life who is for me 200%.

 

[Sweet_Lara]

Yes. One-hundred times yes.

 

[jeff_is_smiling]

I paid off my mortgage...

 

[JerseyJade]

I gave birth to my 2nd son.

 

[Trixxii]

This year has given me time.
Something I didn't really have before the pandemic.
Time with four darlings I love most.
Who need me, my energy, my attention.
Who I need because time is short. Too short.
Which has meant & does mean everything.

 

[Lonelywife1205]

I am struggling to think of anything good that has happened in this year of suck. There have been a few fleeting good things I suppose, but nothing that lasts. I really hope 2021 will be a little kinder to me.

I’m happy reading about all the good things happening for everyone on this thread. Lots of good stuff.

 

[Deprived_in_AZ]

Lots of good stuff indeed! I am happy that the year wasn’t a total waste of time.

 

[Apple_of_Eden]

If we all read #7, Acktion's words and wisdom before posting our own thoughts on the year in review, I'm sure we will find something positive that has happened in 2020.

My niece in law became pregnant and my godson will be a daddy.
So far, everyone in my family and friends circle remains healthy and safe.
I've added a wonderful new friend to my life.
I've grown and learned to forgive a little more easily than I used to, mostly because I realize life may be short and you never know what tomorrow brings.

Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy holiday season to all of you. Stay safe and be well.

 

[Rockymtnman]

Took 4 strokes off my golf handicap.
Did a ton of yard work that I’d been avoiding.
Painted our house from top to bottom.
Redid our deck.

Nobody got sick!

 

[Twistedkink]

Moved to my mountain ranch and rescued horses.

 

[OxfordJack]

I met my Princess

 

[Rainydaythings]

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[Deprived_in_AZ]

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I’m glad that there were a few good things that have happened this year. Thanks for posting and sharing. I think we all deserve a pat on the back for having the courage to keep moving forward. Or maybe it’s just sheer stubbornness! But we are here and we’re not backing down, damnit!! Right? Too fucking right!

 

[TongueLust]

I’m glad that there were a few good things that have happened this year. Thanks for posting and sharing. I think we all deserve a pat on the back for having the courage to keep moving forward. Or maybe it’s just sheer stubbornness! But we are here and we’re not backing down, damnit!! Right? Too fucking right!

...

 

[ShaneoD]

I got a new job where I work with and for a friend

I became more active on here and made a bunch of new friends.

I discovered the joy that comes from making others smile.

 

[FranklyFrank]

Out of the confinement, new warm friendships were made and no matter what the year brought, that's always a special thing.

Merry Christmas to all that celebrate the season and happy holiday and best wishes to everyone.

 

[SassySheDevil]

Again??!


*runs*

LOL That's what I thought.. We're on the naughty list!!

 

[TheOriginalSA]

Plenty

I haven't been out of work, in fact been working more
I'm healthy
I'm moving forward towards my goals
Improving my credit
Family is safe
Developed new skills
Worked on myself

 

[Leigh81]

From Jan 1st - Mar 16th was beachy then it all fell apart

My morning fitness classes kept me sane
Friends & family safe
A close friend kicked cancers ass
Good summer considering the lack of large social gatherings
Traded my old convertible for a new one
My nephews wedding got pushed from this past June to next summer which will make it that much more exciting as I'm looking forward to it