Happy New Year!

2012 has already started off as one of my best years so far. I found out a few days ago that I was accepted in to my dream graduate school program! The first half of 2011 was the absolute pits for me... but the second half turned out to be pretty awesome. I started an amazing job in my field, got my first apartment, and was accepted to grad school.

I celebrated the new year with a sinus infection, which can seem pretty awful, but my wonderful boyfriend came out for the weekend and we were able to just hang out, watch movies and sports, and spend time together. It actually ended up being just what I needed. I've been so busy running around lately that I haven't had time to just relax! It was indeed a Happy New Year.

I also got a chance to use my crockpot for the first time! I made pulled pork... and it was awesome!

Recipe found on
http://www.sweetandsavoryfood.com/2010/01/best-ever-pulled-pork-sandwiches.html

And it also makes great leftovers! We had it the following morning in omelet form...

And then the next evening as a pulled pork grilled cheese (with sweet potato fries)...

And in the spirit of New Years I should probably tell you some of my resolutions...

1. Get in shape for wedding season (May-June)
2. Paint for own enjoyment (and for others too)
3. Continue to blog
4. Do my best at work and at school
5. Take time to breathe (or go to a museum, or read a book, hang out with the boyfriend, ect...)

I hope you all enjoyed your New Years and are having a good start to 2012... I know I am!