2008 in review!

Wow! 2008 has been here and is gone, and now we are in the beginning of 2009. It has been quite a year. Instead of chronicling a New Year resolution that I would only end up breaking in probably three weeks, I have decided to mark the things that I have accomplished throughout the year.
* I learned to make time for friends and family. I have always been very close to my family and have always tried to make it to all of the family events. However, sometimes I let my friends take a back seat. Well, last Christmas one of my husband's best friends and roommate from college, who was also in out wedding asked if he could stay with us from Dec. 20-Jan. 1. At first, I was hesitant because there was so much going on during the holidays. However, I really loved Caleb and agreed for him to come. He spent New Year's with us and celebrated Christmas at my Grandma's. We had friends over, and it was an amazing time. I thank God so much for those three days because on April 1, 2008, Caleb died very unexpectedly. Because of circumstances out of our control we didn't even find out until a month later. It was a sickening and horrible feeling and a time I will never forget. He is in my thoughts every day. The way he laughed, smiled, told jokes and simply enjoyed life is something that will be permanently carved into my being. So, in 2008, I learned to ALWAYS make room and time for everyone because life is so short.
* I also learned how to budget a little more. The first year we were married I was out of control. Now, I realize that to enjoy things I need to save money!!!!
*I learned my husband isn't going to change. I am not saying that I will quit trying to make him stop chomping on his food with his mouth open but I am learning that I will have to live with him and not much is going to change.
* I am learning to let my husband help me out more around the house and get ready for parties. I used to drive myself absolutely NUTS trying to do everything myself the "right" way. However, now I have learned to give him some tasks and let him do them. It has made my life so much easier.

In 2009, I hope I can learn to relax and enjoy life a little more. I also want to be comfortable with my weight. I am slim and healthy and need to realize I am where I should be. I wish happiness and health for my family and friends and yours. God bless 2009!