2011 - The Rundown

2011 was a new year for us.  We made a few big changes, which were scary, but we knew they were the right ones for us.  Brent quit his job at the state after 7 years to venture out into a commission only job.  At the same time, I went from a full-time auditor to a 90% of full-time auditor.  Both meant a reduction in income.  But they meant more time as a family!  It's been a stressful year but a really good year too!  I can't wait to see what 2012 has in store.  As dorky  as it sounds, I am so excited for a new year!  But before we get to 2012, I wanted to look back on 2011.


I tried Project 52 and pretty much failed.  But I had fun doing it and plan to do it or something like it again.  Katie posted monthly goals.  That might be better.  We'll see...  I'm marinating.


I got a new car, but not because I wanted to.  So thankful for health in 2011!


I also got a niece!  Man oh man, do I love my Baby Girl!


My little guy turned TWO.  We had a rockin' birthday party!


I learned I love cake decorating.


My uncle passed away.  Mortality is a bitch.


I got really into natural medicine.  Brent hates me.


I joined twitter!


I celebrated 7 years of marriage to my wonderful husband.


Trent moved up to a big boy bed and got potty trained!


Where I feel like I didn't do so good was my overall goal of organization.  I had good weeks and bad weeks, but I know this will be my struggle for life, so I'm proud that I kept trying all year.  We also stopped having a cleaning lady come this summer, and that has not helped, but I'm working on that too.  


I am also pretty disappointed in my lack of willpower in losing the last of the baby weight.  But, totally cliche I know, I joined a gym this week.  2012 is going to be the year I am not grossed out anymore!


Looking back on the year, I think I did more than I realized.  It was a good year, my heart is full. {grin}

Christmas 2011

Christmas came and went.

Pretty much like I said it would.

We spent time with family and open lots of presents.

Blessed beyond words.

Most of the pictures are on other peoples' cameras.  Ugh.

So thankful I got a new camera!  Get ready y'all.

Best present ever?  He thinks so!