What’s been your highlight of 2018
Hi all,
I love the end of the year and I always get a little reflective at this time of year, thinking about the year that was and what I hope the next year will be.
So I wanted to ask
What was your highlight of 2018 and what are you looking forward to in 2019?
Or if 2018 was a shocker for you, why are you glad to see the back of it?
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5 yrs, 3 mths ago
Travel with my husband to Tahiti and French Polynesia in May this year, had a footy weekend in Melbourne and caught up with some good friends.
My husband and I are travelling to Colombia and the Caribbean in February next year for 8 weeks so looking forward to that. -
5 yrs, 4 mths ago
Our son gaining his Masters in Business Administration and all of us being there to see him graduate. He is married with two gorgeous girls and has completed his Masters while working and parenting. His wife is wonderful and supports him in everything. So blessed with my family!!
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
The highlight of my year was seeing my son graduate from year 12, winning a medal for getting highest in one of classes and co-winning another certificate of honours from the law society of W.A for getting top of his politics and law class.
Next year I’m not looking forward to my daughter starting year 11, like her brother she wants to take ATAR classes and while I think she is bright enough I don’t think she has the discipline to study for a couple of hours a day. I see a lot of arguments and tantrums coming next year, and we’ve told her we’re going take her out if she doesn’t perform well after week 6. Sigh…….
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
Congratulations to your son on his achievements.
I can relate to your daughter. That was me in highschool, smarts but lacked the drive and discipline. Hearing what you say reminds me of where my parents where 13 year ago and yes there was definitely some tantrums (all on my behalf)
And congratulations mum, getting kids through high school and the hsc is no easy feat!
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
Congratulations to your son, Lisa. What a wonderful achievement. You can be very proud of his successes.
You could be surprised with your daughter next year – there`s a good chance she feels as though she can`t live up to her brother`s efforts so doesn`t try in case she fails. Is it practical to offer an incentive (OK, bribe!) which is meaningful to her and will help her organise her work knowing there`s something she really wants at the end of it? Please don`t think I`m trying to interfere as I`m not, but having gone through that period it may help. Good luck!!!
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
We really don`t want her to do these subjects Trish – she wants to. Based on her last report card it doesn`t look like she would do well. The school agrees. But shes arguing for it, partly I think some of it is to look cool, partly to copy her brother, teenage stuff……
I would rather she does well in general classes than fail ATAR.
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
Oh wow, those are some exciting times.
My highlight of this year was travelling to Japan with my other half. Together three years but first overseas trip together. It was really special.
Looking forward to in 2019, going to Singapore for my 30th birthday, my 30th country on my 30th birthday.
Haha bit of a travel theme.
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
Ahhhhhhhhhhh I love Singapore! I`ve been there twice & have enjoyed myself each time. I think I probably enjoyed it more last time. I didn`t shop while I was there that time (it was the first stop on my trip & I had luggage restrictions ahead), but I went & did other things instead. Loved Gardens by the Bay, that was pretty awesome.
If you want some travel tips, just ask & I`ll happily share!
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
I agree, Seashells, that Singapore is an amazing place. I`ve been there about six times but only for 3 day stopovers each time on my way to Europe. Singapore is so easy to get around, and is spotlessly clean.
The night zoo is a great attraction and allows for close proximity to the animals. Gardens by the Bay is beautiful and the Marina Sands viewing deck is awesome. There`s always lots to do in Singapore.
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
Yeh I wouldn`t mind going to the night zoo. It`s only my list.
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5 yrs, 4 mths ago
Yes please Seashells! I`m so excited to hear what you loved about it.
Everyone I have mentioned it to has not really been optimistic. Even the travel agent we bought flights through was super negative basically saying the attractions were underwhelming (someone definitely suited for customer service 😉 )
What were your highlights/recommendations
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