New Years Resolutions!!

I know that most of the time when you make a resolution you never seem to accomplish it.  I have several things I want to work on in the new year 2011. 

1.  Loose the baby weight

2. Get organized, and by this I mean labeled containers and everything!

3. Take more pictures.  I want Owen to be able to look back and see how wonderful his younger years were.

4.  Spend more time with my husband.  We get so busy, I want to cherish every moment!

5.  Take part in a cooking class. I want to mix it up a little, I hate cooking the same things over again.

6.  Cut out caffeine.  I have heard you feel better when you don't have it at all.

7.  Draw closer to God, there is always room for improvement.

8.  Get more involved in outreach, I need to be pulled out of my comfort zone.

9.  I want to adopt a family this year.  I know that people fall on hard times.  It may not be tons of money that I give, but time and encouragement can make a difference.

10. Work on being more dependable and consistant.

I know that some goals I have set for myself seem petty, but we all need change.  I think if we try new things, stay positive, and stay committed to God, it can change our outlook on things.  I want to be better in 2011.

Owen

I can't believe that I finally have a little boy!  All the months that you carry this little baby you've never seen, makes you feel like the day will never arrive.  Now that he is here, it is so hard to believe.  He was born on an early, warm, Sunday morning in October.  My world will never be the same.  The love that develops in those nine months is like no other.  I understand now, how my mother has felt about Ian and I all these years.  He has so many family and friends that love him, I am so thankful for that.  He is growing so fast!  Last night he sat up in his walker by himself.  He started cereal last week and loves it.  He is such a happy baby, smiling, laughing, and so alert.  He loves his daycare, which puts my mind at ease.  He likes everyone he meets, I assume he gets this from his daddy.  I tend to be a little shy when meeting new people.  We are so happy with our little man.  As soon has I a get the hang of the photo upload thing, you will get to see his handsome face.  Have a great day!

So Thankful!

There are so many things that I am thankful for.  The year is coming to a close, what better way to end this year than to be thankful.     

I am so thankful for my son Owen.  He was born in October and is three months old.  He continues to amaze me every day.  He talks and laughs more than any child I have ever seen!  He has my eyes and looks just like his daddy.  I never would have imagined I would have a little boy, and he would be so beautiful.  What an amazing blessing he is.  Nothing tops the smiles and looks he gives to his mommy.

I am thankful for my mother.  She is my best friend.  I pity other women who do not have the privilege I get to partake of every day.  She is such a wonderful example of what a lady should be.   What a great time we have had so far, I hope there are many more to come.

I am thankful for my husband.  He works so hard to provide for his family.  He makes me laugh.  I love the way he loves and cares for our son.  He is very passionate and sensitive.  He always is so good to include others, he doesn't want anyone left out.  I love that he never meets a stranger and is always introducing me to someone new.  I know that I am not perfect and I am glad he puts up with my little corks.

I have a wonderful family! Each one of them is so special to me.  They have helped me become the women I am today. 

I have a great church and church family.  They are like a real family.  My pastor and his wife are awesome!!  They are so giving and compassionate.  They have helped so many people.  God is doing great things!

I'm thankful for all the friends I have made over the years.  Each one is unique and special to me.

Trying something new!

I am going to try this blogging thing.  I have heard that blogging is very therapeutic, we will see!!