Already one year...

I'm trying hard to remember the good person you were (even though some people's comments can make it harder);
there are no words that can change the amazingly kind heart that you had.
You were the life, the soul, the blood and the breath of millions around the world,
and it's still hard to believe that you are really gone.

Countless people will remember you, and even more will love you, even if it can sometimes be too painful.
You made hearts sing, lips smile, minds wonder, lovers fall harder, feet move like lightening and gloves sparkle. (And you always will)
It wasn't that you were gone too soon, because it was your time; you had suffered much more than your fair share. It's just hard to see your smile and know that there'll never be a new one again.
Your smile could light up a room, your voice the airwaves, and your presence the entire stage.
It is impossible to hear your words, and not hear the passion you gave us with every breath and every quivering beat.

You may have seemed so lucky, but it took dedication, hard work and a lifetime of sacrifice.
We were the lucky ones, to hear your stories, your secrets, your fears and your hopes.
No matter the amount of flowers, candles, shrines and tributes, you will never be as appreciated as you were meant to be.
Thank you for giving us the chance to be a part of your magic and giving us a history that is impossible to forget.
There will never be another soul as genuine as yours.
No matter what they say about you, you will always be the King.


<3 MJ

In Our Darkest Hour
In My Deepest Despair
Will You Still Care?
Will You Be There?
In My Trials
And My Tribulations
Through Our Doubts
And Frustrations
In My Violence
In My Turbulence
Through My Fear
And My Confessions
In My Anguish And My Pain
Through My Joy And My Sorrow
In The Promise Of Another Tomorrow
I'll Never Let You Part
For You're Always In My Heart.

Close to me

Imaginative, energetic, and inspirational don't even begin to describe the man you were < 3

So long, old friend.

Dear 2009,
I guess we both know that it's time to say our goodbyes. It's no secret; I'm pretty sure the whole world knows that you're about to leave us, with nothing but some great memories. For some you were a joy to have around, for others you were seen as a "downturn"...
I knew you would be special even when you were just a twinkle in 2008's eye.
The end of a decade, the end of the beginning of the Y2K scare (can you believe it's been 10 years?) and the beginning of a...unique songstress', we came to know as Lady Gaga, career.
I wish we had gotten to know each other better though. I feel like I was robbed of your presence; why oh why couldn't the year have 365 days?! You were great in the time we spent together though. You gave me some of the best memories I'll ever have in my life. That's why no matter what happened, I'll always only think good things when I think of you.

I will never forget you, dear friend,
Love Emily.

PS I know it'll be hard for you to hear everyone celebrating your successor in just a little while, but don't worry you'll be fading quickly before the screams, laughter and unnecessarily loud kisses fill your ears.

What a strange and wonderful journey it's been...

I say this every New Years Eve, but this year really was the best. I loved 2009.

I got to go to Cuba!
The world got to finally have it's first Black American President! :D
I got to live in Hamilton for 6 months!
Toria got to come here for two months!
I got in the Travel program!
I got the awesomest job!
I have aweeeesome marks!

The best was the 6 months in Hamilton though. I can't wait to go back!

Anyway 2009, listen to me rambling on about you...but really I can't say it enough, you were the best. I know, I know I'm making you blush but you shouldn't be so modest. Oh and if by this time next year I'm singing 2010's praises, don't hate me. You'll always have a place in my heart :)