It has been while since I lasted posted.
I know, I know I said that I would post daily but that turned out to be a huge challenge. It didn't help that I was having issues with the site, but truth be told, I have been overwhelmed lately.
With work.
With health.
With life.
It has been a struggle to say the least. I am trying to not be my normal worry wart self. But it is hard. I am hoping for the best. Fingers crossed.
In two weeks I should know which direction work is going to go in and if I need to get my resume out there. Let's hope not.
I've also been dealing with possible health issues. In the beginning of January I found a lump. I've gone to the doctor, had an ultrasound, and am awaiting the results with a specialist next week. Here's to hoping it is nothing.
Through it all, it is my kids that keep me going.
And look what babygirl is doing...it is starting already =)
Babygirl turned one today.
We celebrated with chocolate for breakfast. Doesn't everybody?!
And a cupcake for dessert following dinner.
A year has passed...and I can't believe how quickly it has (although 14 years have passed since her brother was born and that seemed to go quicker)...I look forward to many, many more birthdays spent with my babygirl.
***For some reason I can't get the pictures uploaded onto the blog =(
Corona Light anyone?! Yes, please.
Today was my employee party. I really wanted to bring my daughter with me so that 1. my staff could see how quickly she is growing and 2. my hubby could come and be my designated driver. The higher ups had sent an e-mail out that the party was for the employee and a guest. Being that I am part of the management team, I thought I needed to set an example. Bad decision. Not only were there a bunch of people who brought their kids but apparently some of the staff didn't know the definition of 'a guest' and brought the whole family (and not just the immediate). I was so livid. And I live too far to go and pick them up =(...oh well, next year - she is so coming with me! And littlesoldierboy too if I can talk him into it ;)
A year ago today I went to bed and didn't get much sleep. At 2am my water broke and 12 hours later babygirl entered this world. And I haven't had a full night's rest since, but the gift has been so worth it.
Here is a year in review of babygirl's first year in pictures:
2012 was a great year in our household.
Babygirl arrived three days in and was a ray of sunshine from her first moment. She still is a little peanut nearly a year later. She is so strong and smart that she amazes me every day.
Littlesoldierboy graduated from grade school and got accepted into the welding program in high school. He attended his first dance - with a date and although I cried a little, I was happy for him to be experiencing new events in his life. He is growing into a young man that any girl would be lucky to have in the future - way future.
During the year we made an effort to spend more quality time together. In the summer we visited the beach. In the fall we went apple and pumpkin picking. And just as the winter was approaching, we took two family vacations. Florida was fun but Montego Bay felt more like a vacation. Sun, beach, and frozen cocktails. My kind of vacation.
We also had Storm Sandy hit our state and force us to be without power for 8 days. Although this wasn't a highlight of the year, it did force us to spend quality family time without technology. Always a silver lining.
If I had to do a high and low of the year it would be: High - babygirl's birth; Low - learning that I may be losing my job in early spring. The news was shared wiht us two weeks before Christmas. Needless to say, it has been an emotional last couple of weeks. I am hoping there is a possibility that I won't lose it, but if I do, I'm at least hoping I find something quick that will allow me to provide for my family. Someone here is keeping her fingers crossed.
As I say goodbye to 2012, I am grateful for the many blessings I have. I treasure all the memories we have made, obstacles we have overcome, and time we have shared. It truly was a year of laughter, tears, and above all - love.
Hello 2013. You have a lot to live up to. We want more laughs than tears, move love than sorrow, and more time spent together.
Like every year, my resolutions include eating healthier, exercising, and spending more quality time with my family. Time is so precious and I don't want to waste any of it.
This year I am also going to try and take the 365 day challenge. 365 days of pics and posts to document our life, one day at a time.
