The New Year Came Early

We didn't want to keep the kids up too late, so we celebrated the new year's arrival at 6:30ish at our friend's place. Who are we kidding - we didn't want to stay up late either! Anyhow, the girls loved the dress-up, dancing, and limbo game.

This past year has gone by very fast. Mostly because we spent most of it trying to sell our former house and moving into a new one. I really feel that we made a great move and it will benefit Megan and Bailey in the future. I think we did pretty well despite the stress from moving- we hosted Megan's 1st b-day, Easter, and Christmas Eve. We vacationed in Florida with the Rickerts, in Maine on the beach, and had a great summer day at Mystic Seaport. We spent great holidays with most of our friends and enjoyed the orchards. We had many visits with family.

Megan has grown up so much - talking sentences now and expressing herself in a variety of ways. She enjoys gymnastics classes weekly.

Bailey has lost weight and looks healthy. He is anxiously awaiting spring to play in his new back yard and for the Rickert's to return from Florida.

I have been fortunate to pick up more hours at work, but my former colleagues at the pharmacy will see our old place of employment close for good.

Last year this time, I wished for a better economic outlook for everyone. A recovering economy and lay-offs still have affected individuals close to me. My family has been very fortunate this year. I hope 2010 is a year of prosperity for everyone.