Archive for December, 2006

• 119. Getting a head start on the New Year
• 120 My son being entertained by the simplest of things (even while surrounded by a hundred new toys)
• 121. Illness. To help me appreciate wellness
• 122. Warm hoodie sweaters when I have the flu
• 123. The reminder that Baby Steps are the only way to get a huge project done
• 124. The fresh landscape of a new year ahead
• 125. New Years Meditations (Thanks Laurel!)
• 126. The generous help of our neighbor to help J4 lift things I can’t
• 127. Friends who are still friends even though we don’t get together a lot anymore
• 128. The most amazing husband a woman could ask for
• 129. A beautiful son who is the light of my heart
• 130. A new year

1.) Where did you ring in 2006?

• I think I was asleep… With a new 3 month old, sleep was at a premium.

2.) What was your status by Valentine’s Day?

• Married for 10+, mother of 1

3.) Were you in school (anytime this year)?

• Went to Sabbath School with J5 once…

4.) How did you earn your keep?

• Keepin’ the house, keepin’ the kid, and workin’ 3/4 time from home as an accountant/financial type person

5.) Did you have to go to the hospital?

• ER trip – 3 stitches for our lil’ Punkin’ Pie

6.) Did you encounter the police?

• Tonight there was a police officer at 7/11 when I picked up some milk on the way home. Other than that, no.

7.) Where did you go on vacation?

• No vacation this year.

8.) What did you purchase that was over $500?

• Now, why would I go telling about all my bling on the internet?? Reality, though? ER visit.

9.) Did you know anybody who got married?

• Brooke & Tony. Sweet kids!

10.) Do you know anybody who passed away?

• Yes, my way-too-young cousin, Greg.

11.) Have you run into anybody you graduated high school with?

• Didn’t “run into” exactly. Got together for a really nice brunch with Corey & Christy.

12.) Did you move anywhere?

• Well…we moved my desk and the play yard into the Family Room. Big event for our household and a lifesaver for me in my work. J5 doesn’t spend his time trying to get OUT of the play yard anymore.

13.) What sporting events did you go to?

• None

14.) What concerts did you go to?

• Willow Creek Christmas Program (Thanks boss!)

15.) Are you registered to vote?

• Yes, of course. I’m Marcia’s daughter.

16.) If so, did you do your patriotic duty on Nov. 7?

• Nope. (Sorry mom.)

17.) Where do you live now?

• In my home, with my most amazing husband, precious son and devoted dog.

18.) Describe your birthday.

• Went out with my moms, sis-in-law, nieces and son to the local Children’s Museum.

19.) What’s the one thing you thought you would never do but did in 2006?

• Managed to keep my job AND get to raise my son at home without involving daycare.

20.) What is one thing you regretted this year?

• Not spending more time getting to know God.

21.) What’s something you learned about yourself?

• I can’t do it alone.

22.) Any new additions to your family?

• No.

23.) What was your best month?

• Can’t say one stands out over the others…

24.) What from pop culture will you remember 2006 by?

• Thankfully, my TiVo has spared me from watching any of pop culture that I don’t want to see.

25.) How would you rate this year with a scale from 1 (bad) to 10 (excellent)?

• An 8. It’s been an extremely change-filled year. I don’t do change very well. It’s all been for our good, but boy, are we exhausted. It would be really nice if 2007 cuts us some slack…