I'm breaking up with 2011. . .

I'm saying adieu to twenty-eleven or perhaps It is breaking up with me. . .it's a bit unclear...isn't it always when it comes to goodbyes?
It introduced me to new faces, objects, literary delights, and fabulous urban corners. . .We awkwardly laughed at serendipitous encounters and cried at cinematic wonders. . .It brought a lovely puppy into my life. . .but even though we spent every second together, we just didn't fall in love. Tomorrow, I have my first date with 2012, I have a good feeling about this one. . .


Image above: Illustration by Maira Kalman created for the book, Why We Broke Up, written by Daniel Handler.  I recently devoured its every word and encapsulating illustrations (all by Kalman) with uncontrollable laughter and bittersweet melancholia.  I highly recommend it!
NOTE: The image is a picture I took of Maira Kalman's drawing which can be found on page 11 of the book.