Sunday, January 17, 2010

2009

Lessons Learned. States Explored. Discoveries Made.

Well.

2009 was quite a year.

A year of self discovery to say the least.

A year of change.


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I will say this.

2009 you were my year.



Packing up my belongings, making a change when I'm not happy with where I'm at;
A brave thing to do and not in the least bit stupid.


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I learned to navigate and read a map.


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I fell in love with snow. As did Bailey.


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I learned to take risks.


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I learned to fail and not be ashamed.


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I learned how to successfully maneuver through a laundry mat without being accosted.


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This year Corey bought me flowers for Mother's Day.
It was the first year I sat in church and ached for a child of my own.
A burning in my heart.
So I guess that means I've discovered I really want to be a mother.


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I've learned how to prop my feet up on the table and reflect.


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I've learned to appreciate Nature.
It's sad it took looking through a camera to discover it.


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I've learned to appreciate a nice leisurely
swing (while wearing your jammies) in the summertime.


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Packing up and heading to Arizona is not always easy.
But always worth it.


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I learned not all the important things can be boxed up
and taken with you across the country.


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I've discovered a deeper love for my husband.
A new found respect.


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I have a new perspective on my career.
I think God has handed me an amazing clientele.
I've learned that he knew I would need each of them for different reasons.
They are my biggest fans and cheerleaders.
(Besides family of course)




I have learned that I regret not living in the moment,
enjoying where I'm at.
I tend to worry.
This year I will try not to.

I miss my family but feel I have a deeper appreciation for them.
Being away is hard, but I value the time I have with them.
I will not take them for granted in 2010.

So all that being said,

2009

You were my year.
I learned much about myself,
yet if I never have another year like you again......

That will be just fine.

Welcome 2010, it's nice to meet you.




6 comments:

  1. I like this! Even I am proud of you. See you soon!

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  2. Isn't it amazing the things that we learn about ourselves in such a short time? Way to go, and embrace change with such faith! Here's to 2010!

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  3. How is Corey's job going? Call us, we miss you!

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  4. I love reading you blog! Its always so insightful!

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  5. You like the snow??? You're crazy! Well, I guess if you only have to live with it for a few months it might be ok...! Love you guys!

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  6. You have done some pretty cool things in 2009! I enjoy reading your blog too and I am so glad you make a trip to Arizona every once in awhile. Happy 2010!!!

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