Happy New Year!

2008 is on the way out and, really, what a good year it has been. So many happy memories:

*Shawna and Jordan's wedding and the chance to see all of my extended family and many friends from the past

*Christina and Zach's wedding

*Visits from all of our parents at one time or another (and other special guests too)

*Living in this house which has been perfect for growing, active kids

*Billy growing in his career, gaining his confidence and being affirmed for his hard work

*Wrapping up my responsibilities with SCI and entering a new chapter of being a full-time mom and wife

*John's amazing growth in his speech and the way he is overcoming his sensitivities (I'll post about this in the next couple of days. I know I'm overdue for an update on him.)

*A wonderful trip to see the Lewis family and then an amazing family vacation to the D.C. area

*The birth of my incredibly cute nephew Ezekiel

*Havilah's explosion of skills and sweetness

There are so many other things that I am thankful for, especially my husband who I am grateful for every day. 

I have a few ideas of what 2009 holds for me and my family. No matter what, I'm looking forward to a new start and am trusting that whatever God brings, he will bring the energy and strength to see it through. Welcome, new year!