I can't believe that in just over two hours it will be 2010! I am supposed to be at a party right now but unfortunately have a massive migraine and am just not up for it. So, I thought I would wish you all a Happy New Year and reflect a little on this past year and my life.
So much has happened this year that I have to be grateful for! First, of course being my family - I have such a loving, wonderful husband that is so very patient with all of my interests! Sometimes he gets put on the back burner due to my involvement at the schools, with the kids activities, stamping, baking, couponing (like when I sit at the computer for an entire day!), etc. and I just want him to know that I love him with all of my heart and know that it is because he is behind me, supporting me and chipping in where I need him to that I am able to do all of these things! He works really hard so that I can work part time and be able to do the other many things I like to do.
My kids, Amanda turned 16 and Alex turned 14 in 2009, while being typical teenagers, are really great kids. I know every mom thinks their kids are great but they are respectful, mindful of others and grateful for what we are able to provide them and ok with what we are not able to give them. Although I may have to remind them to do their chores, help with dinner, do their homework, etc. they are turning into young adults that I like! :-) They have great friends, true friends that I am grateful for. They love God first and they care about helping others and even still like hanging out with mom and dad!
I am close with my sister, brother, sister-in-law and their families. I have a lot of nieces and nephews and they are all so different. I love ALL of them so much and can't wait to see what they all turn out to be! Doug's mom and her hubby live close so we get to see them often. I have loved her since I was 16 - she has always been more like a mom and less like a mother-in-law. My parents and Doug's dad and his family are not close geographically but we stay close with them by phone, text and Internet. It's not always easy but it's important and it makes me happy that my kids will ask about and talk to their grandparents and have a good relationship with all of them.
I am grateful to have such good friends that I can call family. Doug and I have a group of friends for over 20 years. Although life is nuts so we don't get to see each other like we used to, we know that we are there for each other and love each other! I live in a neighborhood where I have so many close friends - there is never a time that I feel like I would not be able to reach out to someone or fear that someone wouldn't be there for my kids. We have our monthly Bunco night and get together on a week night just to catch up once in a while (usually at Jacqui's!). It really is a great place to live. I love my co-workers - we are friends not just co-workers. I am also lucky to have a great boss - she will be retiring in 2010 so that will stink but will be good for her!
I am grateful for this blog and for my friend Cindy that made me start doing it! :-) I can not believe how much money we have saved in 2009 and by doing this blog, it has kept me going and searching for new deals. Because of saving so much, we were able to take a couple of vacations and do things we could not have done otherwise. I am so happy to be able to share with you all of the deals out there so that you can save tons of money too! It makes me happy when I know you guys get excited about the deals too - I love hearing your feedback!
I truly am a blessed person and thank God everyday! May 2010 be one of yours and my greatest and most blessed years ever!
Happy New Year and Happy Shopping in 2010!!
So much has happened this year that I have to be grateful for! First, of course being my family - I have such a loving, wonderful husband that is so very patient with all of my interests! Sometimes he gets put on the back burner due to my involvement at the schools, with the kids activities, stamping, baking, couponing (like when I sit at the computer for an entire day!), etc. and I just want him to know that I love him with all of my heart and know that it is because he is behind me, supporting me and chipping in where I need him to that I am able to do all of these things! He works really hard so that I can work part time and be able to do the other many things I like to do.
My kids, Amanda turned 16 and Alex turned 14 in 2009, while being typical teenagers, are really great kids. I know every mom thinks their kids are great but they are respectful, mindful of others and grateful for what we are able to provide them and ok with what we are not able to give them. Although I may have to remind them to do their chores, help with dinner, do their homework, etc. they are turning into young adults that I like! :-) They have great friends, true friends that I am grateful for. They love God first and they care about helping others and even still like hanging out with mom and dad!
I am close with my sister, brother, sister-in-law and their families. I have a lot of nieces and nephews and they are all so different. I love ALL of them so much and can't wait to see what they all turn out to be! Doug's mom and her hubby live close so we get to see them often. I have loved her since I was 16 - she has always been more like a mom and less like a mother-in-law. My parents and Doug's dad and his family are not close geographically but we stay close with them by phone, text and Internet. It's not always easy but it's important and it makes me happy that my kids will ask about and talk to their grandparents and have a good relationship with all of them.
I am grateful to have such good friends that I can call family. Doug and I have a group of friends for over 20 years. Although life is nuts so we don't get to see each other like we used to, we know that we are there for each other and love each other! I live in a neighborhood where I have so many close friends - there is never a time that I feel like I would not be able to reach out to someone or fear that someone wouldn't be there for my kids. We have our monthly Bunco night and get together on a week night just to catch up once in a while (usually at Jacqui's!). It really is a great place to live. I love my co-workers - we are friends not just co-workers. I am also lucky to have a great boss - she will be retiring in 2010 so that will stink but will be good for her!
I am grateful for this blog and for my friend Cindy that made me start doing it! :-) I can not believe how much money we have saved in 2009 and by doing this blog, it has kept me going and searching for new deals. Because of saving so much, we were able to take a couple of vacations and do things we could not have done otherwise. I am so happy to be able to share with you all of the deals out there so that you can save tons of money too! It makes me happy when I know you guys get excited about the deals too - I love hearing your feedback!
I truly am a blessed person and thank God everyday! May 2010 be one of yours and my greatest and most blessed years ever!
Happy New Year and Happy Shopping in 2010!!
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Awesome post Carol! But honestly it is YOU we should be thanking! You blog helps us all have a place to turn to each week to find the deals that help us save money to better our lives. You have made a difference...
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