Reflections of 2013

As this year comes to a close, I find myself thinking about the past 12 months.

This year, by far as brought me many highs and many lows. The best parts are what make me sit and smile. I have a beautiful, healthy,happy baby boy, an amazing, smart, beautiful, and strong willed daughter. I have a husband who supports my decision to devote the majority of my life to my kids rather than work full time outside of the home, and who loves me no matter what my flaws, or what life has thrown our way,  and I have parents that have supported my crazy self for 31 years no matter what. These things make my heart happy.

For those of you who really know me, you know that this has also been one of the hardest years for me as well. Without going into details, I will say that this year has opened my eyes and made me a stronger person.

I am so thankful for old friendships, and for the new ones as well. It is such an amazing feeling that at 31 years old, I am finding new friends that I know will be around forever.

2014 will no doubt be a great year, I have goals in mind and I will reach each one of them. I will become an even better person, I will get back into shape, I will strive to be an even better mom and wife, I will not complain about my life (because what I have is really amazing), I will focus on me a little bit more, I will not let things bother me or take things so personally, and I will remember that things could be a lot worse and be thankful that I have a roof over my head, and an amazing family.

I can't wait to watch my son grow, (but not too fast)! I can't wait to continue to watch my daughter gain her independance and turn into a young lady (even though she would prefer to play in the dirt)! I can't wait to grow and stregthen my relationship with my husband, because after 2 kids, countless sleepless nights, work, and everything else that has been tossed our way, it is important to have time just the 2 of us (even if it's only once in a while when I can manage to stay up past 8)!

If you are reading this than I am thankful for you as well.

Have a wonderful Christmas and an even better New Year!