Neither my parents nor my husband are in to New Year's Resolutions. They all hold to the premise that each day is a gift to be used to the fullest and the first day of the year is not any different than any other day on the calendar. And there is a lot of truth in that, but I also think setting goals at the start of each year can help us focus on life a little better.
December was a very busy month for us. We spent almost a week (counting travel time) in AL with my family, where we joined forces in helping my brother and his wife clean and begin preparations for house renovations. While we got a lot done, we left them with still a lot to do. Mom texted me today that the painting is now halfway done, and Dad and a coworker of my brother's ripped up the old flooring in all the rooms that had connecting flooring. That is huge!! I think the goal is to have things done enough that they can move in February when the whole family is there to celebrate Dad's 80th birthday. Amie is nearing the third trimester, and so far everything is going well, other than the ongoing sickness. While the shock of the pregnancy is wearing off, it still seems surreal. We are so excited and I wished I lived closer so I could be a part of this child's life. I feel like I missed out on so much of my other nieces and nephew's lives.
Christmas is still not over for us. We met with one of Bobby's nieces yesterday, will meet with another one today, and one of his nephews is out of town through the end of next week. Then I think we will have met with everyone at some point. I haven't decided when I will take my decorations down. Not today! I want to enjoy my lights a few more days. :)
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