Some days are hard to take

Today is one of those days that you wish you never woke up.  I am saddened by the news of a cousin who has died tragically today and news of a friend from Bible study several years ago, who was diagnosed with colon and liver cancer.  When news like this comes your way, you always ask the question "why?"  God knows and we rarely find out why, which makes it even more difficult to deal with.  In both situations I am not really close to either person anymore.  I was affected today by the news of both.  Both people are close to my age, so it becomes very real.  My heart hurts for these families today and I pray for God's healing hand during these tough times.

another tooth

Another tooth bites the dust!  Way to go Gracee!

New Years Eve

Happy New Year!

Ryan and Kristen

David and Dorothy

Evan busting a move to Rock band!

David and Ryan Rockin...Rock band!

The poor dogs are just too tired to celebrate

We had a fabulous weekend with friends for the New Year, but ended the weekend a little sick...(colds). Over the weekend I was thinking of my goals for the new year. I am not saying resolution, since that seems to set people up for failure, but a goal gives you something to work toward when you have a set back.

My goals:

1. Enjoy my children more. They are a true joy to me. This year has been a year of change, and I need to focus more on our beautiful children.

2. Do something intentional everyday for the ones I love or for a stranger. Think outside the box and get out of my comfort zone to do so.

3. Volunteer more at church and at the kids schools.

4. Focus on my spiritual side...what does God intend for me?

5. Save more money and stay focused on short and long term goals.

6. Get back to healthy eating after 2 months of holidays and vanity weight gain.

7. Walk 3x a week again....goal 365 miles this year.

8. Enjoy music more....get back to what really made me happy as a young adult and find a group to sing with.

9. Find a way to make money from home by taking on small jobs.

10. Treasure my husband and the life I have with him. Never let distractions take away from my relationship with him.