The Family Von Krapp brought in the new year in the traditional manner, annoying people with a fairly enthusiastic, if poorly played, rough approximation of Auld Lang Syne. The advent of skype has brought a new dimension to playing live, and we felt we had to apply something of the visual dimension to our performance - thankfully, we didn't go the whole hog to Jane's suggestion of an Abba tribute version - jeez.
Because UK 'bells' is only 8pm here, we are relatively sober for the performance, which is probably not that great a thing. This year lost a little spontaneity too, as various family members were queued up on skype trying to get it over and done with, so they could get to bed - not very rock 'n roll.
I made several resolutions this year including: run a marathon in 2011, be in bed by 10:30 unless there's a very good reason not to be and drink well under the recommended 21 units of alcohol per week. So far, I've done very well and you'd think I would be beginning to burst with health and vigour. The reality is that in the last two weeks, I have pulled both calf muscles, had a upset stomach for several days and now have a cold. I was healthier steaming every night.
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