Happy New Year!!!!

Wow!  A year over and a new one beginning.  It has all gone by so fast.  A lot has happened this last year for my little family.

The first part of the year I moved not only locations but went from night shift to day shift at my work place.  This was a huge relief to both me and my boys.  This meant that I could work while they were in school. What a blessing. Several things happened in my personal life as well.  One of the most important was the new friendship and support I received from my ex-husbands sister.  YEP!  You read that right.  His sister is one of my biggest supporters and sources of strength when I am feeling down.  I love you Rachael.  In February I bought a ring with three stones to replace my wedding band.  The three stones are from left to right: Alex Me Brian.  This was a way of symbolizing my commitment and devotion to both my boys and my self.  Many times I have looked at that ring when all I wanted to do was give up.

The middle of the year was also full of many things for our little family.  In May we went to the airshow with my Dad and Sister and their families.  It was amazing to be back there again.  It was always such a highlight growing up.  My boys enjoyed it and we all slept well that night.   In June I turned 29 (the age I plan on staying).  It was a small affair with cake and some really good friends singing.  Alex started 1st grade at the end of the summer and I was once again reminded at how fast time flies.

The last few months of the year have been, perhaps, the most life altering.  I found a new place to start over and have been working hard to start new routines.  I now have a seven and a five year old.  Time truly is flying by.  Also at the end of the year my boys and I went to the Army-Navy game at a friends house.  Once again this is a tradition that I abandoned when I was married.  It was so nice to be a part of it again.  It felt like coming home in a way. 

All in all my family had a good year.  We have had many many bumps in the road, but we are happy and healthy.  I know 2013 is going to be amazing for us.  I wish everyone a very blessed New Year and remember to stay safe tonight.