Tonight's Thoughts

Being a mom and having a blog, for me, means mentioning Emma a lot. If you've read this blog often, or even just occasionally, you've probably noticed this. I can't help it. I love her. And not just love, but quite frankly, I think she is the perfect child. I'm entitled to think that. But tonight I'm thinking about her and how much I love her even more than usual. Today she was an absolute angel (like she usually is), but I'm sitting here still thinking about it. She was awesome at church (her teachers even told Eric she is the "model child"), let me have time to talk with my sister-in-law from out of town who visited briefly, and she was very sweet and kind to her. She helped clear the table after dinner (oh, and she ate what we asked her to - bonus!), and was very polite while playing games and playing by herself. She got ready for bed and went down without a single pause, delay, or stalling act. Just an angel. And I love her and just wanted to share that little factoid. Just because.

A New Year

I've never been one to set lofty goals and resolutions as a new year rolls around. And it's not because I think I have nothing to improve on. Trust me, I do. I know, you're all shocked right? I think I've mostly stayed away from the resolutions etc. because I don't want to fall short of my own expectations. I set the bar pretty high, and having an actual written down goal of some sort would just make it that much more obvious that I don't always hit the mark. It doesn't sound like I have great faith in my own abilities. In some things yes, but in others not so much. And just because I don't officially set goals doesn't mean I don't still work to better myself. I do. And it's hard sometimes, but always worth it. Even if I don't "make it" it's still a worthwhile pursuit. I think that's really the key, that we keep trying to move forward. I don't think it's possible to stand still. You're either moving forwards or backwards. I hope to move forwards, even if it's only a little bit. So here's to continuing the journey, and to progress of any kind. Wish me luck! And I wish the best for all of you.

Seven Wonderful Years

Happy anniversary to my amazing husband! I couldn't imagine that past 7 years without you. Thanks for all the memories and experiences, both big and little. I love you.