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End of year round-up

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Apologies, a little belated. It’s been a pretty busy December and I’m just catching up. Having realised I hadn’t yet posted my annual round up post I thought it was time!

A lot happened during 2019, yet seemingly not a lot happened. Overall it seemed to go pretty quickly in the scheme of things.

It was the last year of my twenties for a start… where did that go? It’s been a big decade for sure. I’ve just completed the third year at Nasstar for a start, the first job I’ve remained for this length of time since the beginning of the decade when I started out in IT. The IT industry as a whole is a volatile and fast moving industry and up until now I have found it difficult to remain in one job — either because I didn’t wholly get on with the people I worked with — or there just wasn’t any room for progression.

I had owned my own house for 5 years, and I honestly don’t know where that went either. When I first moved to Northampton in 2014, I really didn’t know anyone else other than the people I worked with, and even then I wouldn’t really call them friends. It has been difficult and a lot of the people I used to know I don’t really speak to much anymore even though in reality I’m not far away.

On the plus side I did propose to my girlfriend (finally, as she might say) but she has made me very happy.

Moving on into 2020 I can only try and be better as a person and human being, to try and travel more, and explore the world more. Time to make my 30s a good decade.

I’m thinking of doing some whiskey reviews. If anyone would be interested in hearing more let me know.

Minimizing debt into 2018

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It’s coming to the end of another year and time to write a brief wrap-up post.

I think I have achieved a lot this year:

  • I finally got my Mazda MX5 through another MOT after a lot of hard work and that’s still ongoing.
  • I’ve been able to maintain a loving relationship which I am proud of, and through that, also made some new friends.
  • I’ve progressed in my job although that’s been a struggle, having to be put through potential redundancy early in the year.
  • My freelance work is still progressing, I tend to allow work to flow in via word of mouth so not to stretch myself but do pursue some leads when I can (sneaky feelers!)

I am attempting to reduce the amount of debt in my name. A while after buying my house (Keep calm, just bought a house) I required some additional money to buy furniture and decorate, and to also pay off some credit cards (consolidating debt). I immediately closed a credit card account thereafter. Credit cards are bad ideas. I am now left with one credit card and have just reduced the credit card limit to £1500 after they had increased it to £2900! I don’t want that temptation. If I don’t have the money, I can’t pay for something. Simple as. My loan will be near enough paid up at the end of 2018, so I’ll be able to close that too.

Considering I am only 27 I think I have done quite well. I have big dreams and passions but sometimes I have to look back and see how far I have already come.

I wish everyone a good new year, and remember to set achievable targets that you can reach!

2014 seems just like yesterday. Year roundup!

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A lot happened in 2014 – it also went rather quickly for me – here’s a brief summary. Oh and sorry for the brief delay.

1. Made new friends.

2. Traveled to new destinations

3. Turbocharged a car without paying a qualified mechanic or electrician.

4. Bought a house

5. Got a new job.

7. Sold some cars.

8. Lived to die another day

If 2015 is nearly as eventful I’ll be amazed, but never say never. I’ll continue to stay foolish and extend my acquaintances and try and be the best I can.

Cheers to a good year!