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.

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.




I learned to navigate and read a map.




I fell in love with snow. As did Bailey.




I learned to take risks.





I learned to fail and not be ashamed.





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





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.





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





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





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





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





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





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





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.