It’s a Wrap
I will probably remember 2010 for many reasons, not all of them good because it was a very difficult year on some levels, but it was also filled with many wonderful things.
Some of which I don't mind sharing, if you don't mind reading?
(In no particular order…)
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My niece, Baby M.
I feel so grateful that I've had a lot of time to spend with Baby M this year.
Being a part of her life, and having her as a big part of mine, has brought me more joy than I could ever have anticipated, since I've never been much of a kid person.
If she smiles when she first sees me, my day is made.
I'm totally hooked on that exquisite child.
I think I kind of get it now.
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This man.
(Deeply engrossed with his ipad. What else?)
He is my best friend. He saved my life. He is unconditional love.
And The Life and Times of Kiki Chaos wouldn't exist without him and his techie expertise, since anything computer-related occupies a ridiculously small, possibly damaged, part of my brain.
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My blog.
I got really burnt out in my last job as a copywriter, and honestly thought I'd never write again. I didn't even want to.
I couldn't remember what it felt like to enjoy writing. Writing made me angry. Thinking about writing for a living made me physically sick.
Which kind of sucked because it's the only thing I'm qualified to do.
Thanks to the wonders of WordPress, the gentle encouragement of Mr K and my smallish – but especially lovely, kind and caring – group of readers who, for some reason, keep coming back to read about the non-adventures of some chick who calls herself Kiki Chaos, I gradually started to rekindle that tiny little spark in me that once loved to write.
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Living in the moment.
I could post an accompanying pic of a woman doing yoga on a cliff to illustrate what living in the moment means to me.
Except I don't do yoga (though it's forever on my to-do list).
So here's a picture of a kitten instead.
I learned to live in the moment in 2010. And I didn't even read The Power of Now. Or watch Oprah.
Maybe I should have. I probably did it the really long and arduous way.
If you've done it, you'll know it's friggin hard! But so, so worth it.
It's why I don't have any resolutions for 2011. I'm enjoying not wanting to plan, not wanting to know, and just taking each day as it comes.
I feel really free.
Do you want to slap me the way I want to slap Oprah?
I wouldn't blame you 
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Hope you have a relaxing new year if you're on holiday, and I look forward to sharing a new year of fripperies with you!
xx Kiki
Im glad you are finding it enjoyable to write again, it sounds like you successfully turned your year around in 2010. Congrats Kiki
Heres to a wonderful 2011 filled with gorgeous nieces, supportive family and friends, and kittens (as well as living in the moment) xoxo
Hi Kiki
Thanks for sharing the highlights of your year with us. Your niece is gorgeous!
I really enjoy reading your blog, I especially love your thank you notes
Here’s to a great 2011!
Ms Curious
Hi Kiki,
Thanks for supplying me with my daily laugh throughout 2010, and I cannot wait to read the ‘non-adventures of some chick who calls herself Kiki Chaos’ in 2011.
Wishing you the very best.
Sairsy
Such a lovely post Kiki! Here’s to a wonderful 2011 (and a wonderful ‘now’)!
Thanks for another warm post Kiki! Baby M is such an adorable little thing and I do love that outfit. As for your blog, I can’t speak for others, but the reason I keep coming back to read it is because you are funny, heart-felt and honest, and you write so well (ah a copywriter, now it makes sense!). Lastly, I absolutely love and feel inspired by your comment about living in the moment, not having any resolutions and feeling free. I struggle with this one (hello anxiety) but felt a little hope reading these words. Thank you.
It sounds like you’ve had some turbulent spots in your year, but on the plus side, you sound quite positive and ready to take on 2011.
As others have said, your posts are fantastic and I really look forward to your updates. You have a wonderful writing style and I find myself smiling at a lot of your posts, as well as trying out some of your recipes (the chocolate self saucing pudding was brilliant!). Please keep writing, it seems that quite a few of us out there are getting a great deal of enjoyment out of your posts!
I wish you and Mr K a very happy new year.
xx
You have to love adorable nieces (& nephews too).
I just stumbled across your blog and I’m so glad I did. I love finding good Aussie blogs to read.
Hi guys, I’m really blown away by the generosity of all your comments. So much love – it’s so kind of you, and makes me feel all warm and gooey!
Reading comments and feedback from readers is without fail the highlight of each day.
Katie – Thankyou for your well wishes. I hope there is a real kitten for me somewhere in 2011
Ms Curious – I’m so glad you enjoy my blog. I always enjoy following your updates too
You’ve reminded me I need to do more gratitude posts – I’m turning into an ungrateful wretch!
Sairsy – A daily laugh? I couldn’t hope for as much! You always write lovely comments that make me smile. Thank you
Ali – The more ‘personal’ posts always make me a bit nervous, so thank you!
Annie – Annie, you are such a sweetheart to write such things. Your comments have been very heartwarming, and make me feel happy that my posts can ‘connect’ with some people in a small way. I know how anxiety can drag you down, so really appreciate being able to help in a tiny way. I hope you have an easier 2011 too. xx Kiki
Suze – So many compliments – I am beaming! I’m practically ready to race out and start banging on Rupert’s door! hehe
So glad to hear you had success with that recipe. So easy yet so tough for me – crazy. A happy new year to you and yours, too, and looking forward to following your adventures too.
Jess – I see you have a new niece too – congratulations! I don’t have a nephew (between me and Mr K there are 6 nieces and no boys!) but would love one (hint, hint Valankuay…)
So glad you found my blog and to finding yours as a result too. See you round!
This post made me smile. We had a few things in common this year, it seems! I hope 2011 is everything and more for you x
miss posy – I hope we only had the good things in common! And good things in common for 2011 too. xx kiki