2010 in Review

I was so busy this year, I did not get Christmas cards and letters out. So I thought I would do a bit of a years in review.

January: I once again helped plan and attended the Wisconsin Youth Unlimited Winter Retreat.

February: I found out I was accepted to Marquette University for their Direct Entry program for Nurse Practitioners.

March: The boys and I took a trip with Calvin's parents to see Calvin's sister and do some wedding planing. The boys got to see their first hockey game.

April: We were able to spend Easter with my parents. We also finally bought a second car after four and a half years of marriage and having only one vehicle. We got a 2010 Toyota Corolla and I love it.

May: We started off the month celebrating Matthias' third birthday. I still can't believe how big he is.  I was the matron of honor in my sister-in-law's wedding and Matthias was the Flower Boy. The boys (along with my mother- and father-in-law) were involved in a car accident, but thankfully injuries were very minor. 

June: I started the DE program at Marquette and our lives got very busy. We all adjusted well. At the end of June, a bad storm brought a neighbor's tree down on to our property. We were without power for a couple of days and had a minor gas leaked and a big mess to clean up, but we were blessed that the damage was not severe.

July: Another busy month. Our PT Cruiser got to the point that it needed to be replaced (much to our budget's dismay), so we bought a 2008 Chrysler Town and Country.  Calvin loves his mini-van! We also had another visit from Calvin's parents, sister and her new husband. 

August: I successfully finished up the summer semester and we took a great vacation to Branson, MO.  Unfortunately, while Calvin and I were out for dinner for our Anniversary, someone hit our van in the parking lot and left without a note or anything. That meant yet another insurance claim! I also had my wisdom teeth out. (Ouch)

September: I started Fall semester. We also went to my uncle's cabin for Labor Day, which was a nice break.

October: We were blessed to again have a visit from Calvin's parents visit (they live far away, so visits are always a treat).  We also had a visit from some dear friends who moved away.

November: We celebrated Ezra's second birthday. My baby is such a big little boy and I can't believe it.

December: I finished another semester of school and am now halfway done with Phase 1 of my program.  We flew out to Alberta for Christmas with his whole family. It was a great time! Now we are having a weekend with my family. 

So over all, it was a pretty good year and we were blessed, especially with safety.  I am excited for the New Year and wish you all a blessed New Year!

Sleeping in the Nude

So tonight, I went to tuck the boys in. It was a little chilly in their room, so I was tucking them in and noticed Ezra's bare arm sticking out above the blanket. That was odd, since he was supposed to have long-sleeve pjs on. So I pulled down the blanket expecting that he had taken his shirt off.

Instead I found that he was completely naked under his blanket. He had even taken his diaper off. I was laughing so hard while I was dressing him again. I guess he was more comfortable that way!

Day 30

I am thankful for the Christmas season. I love spending time with family and exchanging gifts and how happy people seem to be (for the most part) at this time of year. It makes the cold weather easier to handle.

This month of saying what I am thankful has been difficult, but really good for me to think it all out. Maybe I'll do this again next year!

Day 29

Today I am so thankful for Ezra's birthday today! He is two and I can't believe he's come so far and is so big and smart! I love talking with him and seeing him play. He has the most amazing eye lashes and makes the cutest faces. I love him and am so blessed to be his mommy!

Day 28

I am thankful for old friends that still care about me. We went to my parent's church Sunday morning and it was great to catch up with people I knew from way back when.

Day 27

I'm thankful for a great dad who helps me when I take on projects that are probably a bit over my head.

Day 26

Today I'm thankful for shopping and time with my mom and sister. We spent a great day talking and getting some great deals!