2009: A Year In Reflection

December 31, 2009 - the end of the year - and the start of a new decade to come!

This year has brought the addition of an amazing family member - born February 20, 2009 - my blue eyed baby bird :D Time always goes quickly with children and now that I've got 3 this year just seemed to fly by. She was the only one i have successfully breastfed past 4 months - she is 10mo old and we're still going strong. A BIG goal i had that i have accomplished - which feels great!

My second child's weight issue has been solved by placing her on the gluten free diet. She is no longer under weight, over tired, over thirsty with thinning hair! She has transformed into a beautiful, smart girl and continues to thrive!!

Deciding not to enroll P into pre-k was a big decision that paid off! It gave him the year to get to know his new littlest sister, to gain some independence and he is now excited and looking forward to going to kindergarten in September!! Oh my...

June marked 10 years since my first date with my husband - my high school sweetheart - we have been inseparable since and in July we marked our 5th wedding anniversary.

Challenges have come with this year - the biggest being my ongoing mystery health issue. Dealing with the possibility of being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis or Lupus in 2010 is scary - but i have to face it head on - and learn everything i can in the process.

My Goals for 2010:

:: To learn to relax
:: To drink more water and LESS soda
:: To try new things
:: To "Spice Up" all areas of my life
:: To make myself a priority
:: To continue to face each day and each strange symptom with strength
:: To not let what ever is attacking my body take me down

Thanks to my family for helping me struggle through this year.
Thanks to the new friends i have re-connected with - i hope to spend more time with you
Thanks to my children for their patience and love
Thanks to my husband for all your support!!

Wishing everyone a happy New Year!!