Happy New Year: Looking Back on 2009

Happy new year, everyone! Welcome to 2010.

I don't do new year's resolutions, I don't wear stupid hats or bang on pots and pans at midnight... but I do stop and reflect on the year that's gone by. 

Highlights from 2009:


January ~ my dad turned 70. Seventy! Happy birthday, you spry septagenarian!

February ~ the end of maternity leave. The return of my caffeine addiction, and punching the clock at the airport. I rolled out the polyester, dried my mommy tears, and headed back to the workforce. 

March ~ Noah's adoption is finalized. Three cheers for our forever family!

April ~ the evil economy strikes again! My job is downsized, our new dog dies, and I start the hunt for a new job. 

May ~ Noah's birth certificate arrives, and we finally see his new name in print! I apply with AFABC, and it's a perfect fit! :) 

June ~ I work my last day at the airport on a Friday, and start at AFABC the next Monday. 

July ~ first official family vacation. Noah meets all his second cousins and extended family. 

August ~ we meet Noah's big brother!! A wonderful day at the beach with the boys and our respective families. :)

September ~ first international family vacation. My husband, his teenage brothers, Noah & I go to DISNEYLAND!! It was a whirlwind bit of insanity, and we loved every minute of it! I can't wait to go again. :) Next time, pack the straight jackets.... 

October ~ lots to be thankful for this year. Oh, and Daddy gets his new truck!!! No more transit rides with our two year olds!

November ~ a quiet month in our household!! A couple of birthdays, planning for Christmas. On the work side, I added the position of Education Coordinator and am loving the challenge! 

December ~ happy holidays, everyone!!! We did Christmas with my side of the family this year, and were blessed to meet Noah's twin cousins, and have time to spend with ALL my millions (okay, ELEVEN) siblings and their families.

We couldn't ask for a better end to 2009! Wishing you and YOUR families health, happiness, and as much joy as you can bear in 2010.


Happy new year!