I love the turn of the calender year. I see it as the end of a chapter in the book of life and the beginning of a new one. So much can happen in a year, it's hard not look forward and wonder where I will be this time next year. It's also amazing to look back to where I was this time last year, and see how much has happened and changed...
First of all, I grew and delivered a human. A freaking human! I know how crazy I sound saying it like that, but seriously, it's still crazy to me that I have this beautiful perfect baby. What a blessing. I can not even begin to put into words the blessing that he is, and the unbelievable unconditional love I have for him.
Secondly, I survived the hazing of the first few months of Parenthood. That shit is bananas! B.A.N.A.N.A.S! No sleep, pure confusion, constant second guessing, fear, pain and more pressure on my marriage than I thought it could take. But alas, my marriage is still in tact, and my son is not only still alive, he is super healthy, smart, happy and way ahead of the development curve on so many levels, so, hell yeah to me and FTD, we did it!
Secondly, I survived the hazing of the first few months of Parenthood. That shit is bananas! B.A.N.A.N.A.S! No sleep, pure confusion, constant second guessing, fear, pain and more pressure on my marriage than I thought it could take. But alas, my marriage is still in tact, and my son is not only still alive, he is super healthy, smart, happy and way ahead of the development curve on so many levels, so, hell yeah to me and FTD, we did it!
Easily my chapter of life from 2012 will be titled: The Year of Oliver. I carried him, birthed him and nurtured him this year, and truthfully not much else. I wish I could say I accomplished more for myself this past year, but I cannot. I didn't take the time for myself, I was not a priority. Which is why, my one and only resolution for 2013 is to find a happy balance between being a wife and mother and being just me. I don't regret devoting so much of me to my son this past year, because I will never get this precious time back, but now that he is almost one, and ready to go to daycare a couple days a week so he can socialize with other kids, it's time for me socialize and grow too.
Truthfully, as I look forward to 2013 I have no grand ideas or expectations. Of course, I would love for my book on pregnancy to be published, or maybe even get a full time column gig. I love to write, it would be such a blessing to spend my life making a living of it. Other than that, I plan to start the year off with an open mind and heart. I know there is absolutely no way of knowing where I will be a year from now, so for now I just plan to lean on my faith and pray for the very best. Most of all, I pray that my family stays healthy and happy, and that we continue to be blessed.
Now, as for the last damn day of 2012... I plan to enjoy every moment of it. I am so thankful that today, my family is healthy, happy and so very blessed.
Now, as for the last damn day of 2012... I plan to enjoy every moment of it. I am so thankful that today, my family is healthy, happy and so very blessed.
Happy last damn day of 2012 to you, what's your biggest accomplishment of 2012 and hopes for 2013?
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5 comments:
2012 was a big one for yall, but 2013 will be full of even more fun as little one starts getting into trouble ;)
Happy New Year's to you! Yeah it's pretty amazing the turns life has taken in the past year. It's been a crazy one for sure! My accomplishments in 2012:
1. Carried and birthed a beautiful baby boy and survived the 1st year of parenthood. WAHOO!!!
2. Started a new job 1 month after returning from maternity leave (I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS...)
My hope for 2013:
1. Survive being preggo for a 2nd time and living through the craziness of having two under two (what have I gotten myself into...)
Looking forward to 2013! So blessed to be happy and healthy. As always thank you for continuing to write and I look forward to reading about the new adventures Ollie will bring to your life in the next year.
Happy New year to you all too!! Here's to finding your balance!! :)
It was definitely a big year. And you rocked it the whooooolllle way baby!
I'm looking at daycare a couple days a week too, just so I can work part time and contribute a bit of moolah to the household :-) I agree with you that the socialising is good, and I think a couple days is a great balance - well, for me it is anyways. Whatever works, right? ;-)
We rock the same boat in so many ways. My resolution is to be more social and active. I'm am slowly getting through this chronic pain thing, and I plan on getting out in the world more. Both baby and I need to socialize.
Happy New Year!
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