Snagged from Amber, because she’s awesome.
What did you do in 2008 that you have never done before?
Went to Chicago. Got paid to write about politics. Voted for the guy that actually won.
Did you keep all of last years resolutions?
I resolved not to date losers (again) and I think I’ve kept it.
Have you any resolutions for next year?
I haven’t gotten that far. Mostly I just want to get a job and get back in shape.
What countries did you visit?
The U.S.A. but fun parts.
What would you like to have in 2009 that you didn’t have in 2008?
A real job.
What date in 2008 will remain etched in your memory?
It might be a cliche, but November 4.
What was your biggest achievement of the year?
I don’t know if I can claim the above as an achievement just for me, because that sounds cocky, but really, this year was defined in so many ways by the presidential election.
What was your biggest failure?
Something really, really personal that I ain’t sharing. 
Did you suffer any illness or injury?
Nothing major–knock on wood. Just dealt with other people’s.
What was the best thing you bought?
New laptop will probably be it. It wasn’t a year for big purchases.
Whose behaviour made you appalled and depressed?
Besides the president? And other politicians? Well, appalled might be the wrong word, but I was definitely depressed by my ex a few times.
Where did most of your money go?
Rent, bills, rent, bills, rent, bills, and food.
What did you get really really really excited about?
Obama! Also, comics. Chicago, BUST, Nick Cave, Boss Hog, new laptop, a crush or two, and Twilight. (Yes, I’m lame. No, I don’t care.)
What do you wish you’d done less of?
Eaten crap food and worried about the ex. And missed Kacie. I wish I didn’t have to miss her.
How will you be spending Christmas?
In South Carolina with the fam.
Which LJ/OD users bloggers did you meet for the first time?
Pop Feminist, Belledame, GallingGalla, Kristin (no blog, but she counts), Erik…
Did you fall in love in 2008?
Nope, but I fell in lust a few times.
How many one night stands?
None
What was your favourite TV show?
On a Buffy binge, but that’s DVD. So I must say The Rachel Maddow Show.
Do you hate anyone now that you didn’t hate this time last year?
Nope
What was/were the best books you read?
The Savage Detectives by Roberto Bolano, and a whole bunch of comics (Scalped, Northlanders, Local, Watchmen…)
What was your greatest musical discovery?
I’m hooked right now on the Long Blondes.
What did you want and get?
A certain guy (for a time), some art, my internship at BUST, to go see Nick Cave, new friends, new tattoo.
What did you want and not get?
A few cabinet appointments, the internship at The Nation, a certain other guy.
What was your favourite film this year?
The fucking Dark Knight.
EDIT because I saw Slumdog Millionaire tonight and it was pure movie bliss. Perfect from start to finish, and I’m not even leaving out the dance number in the credits. I LOVED that. I loved The Dark Knight, too, but it loses points for not ending at the logical ending point.
What did you do on your birthday and how old were you?
28; had some dinner and drinks with a few good friends. And got a visit from the boy.
What one thing would have made your year more satisfying?
Not having the world’s biggest economic downturn? And something, once again, personal.
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2008?
Oh yeah, I remember what it’s like to wear skirts! I can be cute!
What Who kept you sane?
Brian, Lucas, Janelle, Lawson, and my dog.
Which celebrity did you fancy the most?
Rahm Emanuel and James Franco 
Which political issue stirred you the most?
See above. 
Who did you miss?
Kacie. Lots of other people too, but that one’s for real.
Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned this year?
As cheesy as it sounds, sometimes all that hard work and believing pays off.
Quote a song lyric that sums up your year…
And nothing comforts me the same
As my brave friend who says,
“I don’t care if forever never comes
‘Cause I’m holding out for that teenage feeling
I’m holding out for that teenage feeling”
-Neko Case, “That Teenage Feeling”
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Tag, you’re it, if you so choose!
Aw, shucks. *blushes*
2008 will be remembered for our friendship truly beginning, dear.
Hey! * waves *
Dude. Buffy rawks. This is a fact that I have recently become re-aware of.
That is all.