Welcoming 2009 with open arms :)

Peace out 2008. I think you were marked by a big bubble of BOOO, and I gladly welcome 2009 for all the possibility it brings. Here's how we celebrated ringing in the New Year...

With a token bottle of wine... of course.

A giant fist pump...

Five courses at Jayne's Gastropub

Aside from some funky fishy crab linguini, the dinner was SUPERB. I can't recommend this joint enough to all of my San Diego friends. The atmosphere is similar to Chloe's or Old Venice, the food is phenomenal and the service couldn't be better. Go. Now.

And twelve grapes to symbolize each month in the new year (sweet is a month of happiness, sour is a month of sadness)... shout out to Leslie for sharing this one, a Spanish tradition and one I plan to uphold from here on out.

Watching the ball drop... a big cheers to you if you decided to rally after all and brave NYE out on the town. While I was sitting on my couch, I did at least muster up some text messaging spirit for you, or tried anyway. :)

And lastly, a big New Years brunch with the crew.  Ahh... sigh. 

Bring it, 2009- and a Happy New Years to all of you!