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Ten Big Things That Happened In 2013

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Ten Big Things That Happened In 2013

The year 2013 was one for the books but, then again, what year isn't? The Odyssey Team has pinpointed 10 notable events worth noting that occured in 2013. As you read through our list, think about personal events in your life that are worth remembering. Learn from them, embrace them and make 2014 your year.
1. Super Bowl XLVII blackout. Some say it was because of Beyonce's performance. Don't get us wrong, it was pretty stunning. The 34-minute blackout, according to some, was not a hoax.  Guess fans will never know!
2. Detriot went bankrupt. $18 billion dollars in long term debt sounds like trouble.
3. Institution of Obamacare. If you don't know what Obamacare is, then you've been living under a rock. Countless articles and debates have centered around this issue and it won't be settled for a while to come.
4. Trayvon Martin case. This Florida case that received extreme media coverage. We all know the outcome and opinions are opinions. 
5. Royal baby. As if Kate Middleton wasn't perfect enough, she now has a son whose a prince. Don't you wish you could have become that famous when you were born?! Prince George couldn't be more perfect already and he's not even a year old. As usual, Kate looked stunning when she left the hospital. 
6. Kim Kardashian gave birth. As if the Kardashians weren't dramatic enough, a new addition named North has been added to the mix. Kanye has decided to keep North off their E Network show, but that doesn't mean she won't make tabloids with her parents, who bask in the spotlight. North, welcome to the big leagues.
7. Government shutdown. Don't you think it's only fair that when we need a break, we can have a personal shutdown? Too bad it doesn't work like that. Good thing the government is back at it, for better or for worse – you decide.
8. Phillipines typhoon. Mother nature can be beautiful and bring us joy but, at the same time, she can do just the opposite. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who have been affected.
9. 50th Anniversary of President Kennedy's assasination. Our generation hasn't been alive long enough to have experience a Presidential assasination. Crazy to think about it.
10. Miley Cyrus. She doesn't even need an explanation.
If this was all in 2013, let's all take a deep breath and brace ourselves for 2014.

Photo courtesy of facebook.com/beyonce

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