Things to Remember If You Want to Be My Friend

We all have certain flaws or traits certain people dislike, but in reality, these flaws are merely misconceptions on the part of people who refuse to get to know you. Well, in order to avoid further misconceptions, I'm going to give my audience a glimpse into the things I dislike. If you avoid these, then everything will be all hunky dory.


1. Antagonism. If you don't like my views, conversations, or comments, feel free to share yours but don't shoot down mine.


2. Materialism. Everyone loves the occasional spree, flashing the bling and fast cars, but don't over do it. Whether you're showing it off or bragging about it, remember that some people simply don't give a shit.


3. Hypocrisy. I'm sure everyone knows at least one person who constantly criticises others for their wrong doings. What I dislike most is a person who reprimands you for making a mistake, but who later turns around and does the same thing. Sadly, I know too many people like that.


4. Secrecy. I believe that you should at least keep a few things to yourself and not disclose every detail of their private life. However, if someone were to ask me a question, I'd answer it honestly and not hold back. For example, if my best friend ran into me at a local shopping centre with a mysterious man and asked me who he is, I'd give her a straight answer. I mean, it's not rocket science and the guy I'm with is either a friend or a boyfriend. Simple.


5. Liars. Although this should be at the top of my list, it's the last one. For as long as I can remember, countless people have had the audacity to blatantly lie to my face over the most trivial things. If you lie to me once, I'll be damned if I trust you again. I've lost a few friends because of their constant fibbing. I can understand white lies, but a lie is a lie and people get hurt all the same. 

New Year's Eve Celebrations

It's not too often that I get excited over New Year's eve celebrations, but this year was much different. My friend and I had made a booking at a popular restaurant on the outskirts of the city with a first class view of the fireworks display.


Ten of us walked in the door and found ourselves in a jam packed environment of adults, young and old. Upon our arrival, we were shown to our table which had the perfect view of the harbour. Before we could blink, seafood platters, appetisers, alcohol, and munchies were laid out before us. I think we had consumed approximately four and a half bottles of alcohol before it was 10:30pm. 


At 11:50, everyone was summoned to the balcony as we all awaited the pending fireworks. Funnily enough, everyone was quiet and silently drank their beverages. The countdown had started..... 5, 4, 3, 2,1.... As soon as the first set of fireworks had started, people started cheering, others were sharing their midnight kisses, while we were filling up our now empty glasses.


Unlike my birthday, this night went off without a hitch and I couldn't have been happier. It was there and then that I made my new year's resolution: I was determined to stay single and steer clear of heartbreak for at least 12 months. Let's hope I can keep this one.