one year ago, i was freaking tan still from hawaii. now, i am slowly working on a tan from running.
>>> hmm. will forego the photo of my tanline here.
one year ago, i only knew how to jerk, but now, i can also dougie and shuffle and whip my hair. sort of…
one year ago, i had literally just arrived in the UK. i still miss it dearly. now, i am at home in the suburbs of the silicon valley.
one year ago, i had zest and energy for what was to come. now, i’m tired of uncertainties in my life.
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one year ago, i enjoyed tea occasionally. now, i continue the habit of observing afternoon tea daily.

one year ago, i was looking forward to exploring england, going to india, and possibly traveling to other parts of europe! now, i look forward to going to my local library.

my life seems so much smaller now.

One year ago my new friend, Val, was leaving for the UK and though I’d hoped we’d keep in touch, I was sad that our time together was cut short.
Now, distance has made the heart grow fonder! Our friendship is better than ever and I look forward to the next time I get to see her face! (though it may be hanging out via Google+
P.s. I love your ValuePack of thoughts. And we get coupon books in the mail called ValPacks. I am going to send you one.