A year ago this time we knew we were probably going to be moving but we didn't know when or how or any of that. Now here we are, living in Georgia and just carrying on with life.
My dearest friends are scattered far and wide across the United States. But even though I don't see them every day the way I used to, thanks to social media, phones, and text I still feel connected to them.
Noelle has grown up so much in the past year and we are so proud of the sweet little lady she is becoming. Louie is still the baby of the family but every day he becomes less and less of a baby. He keeps us on our toes and definitely makes this stage of life quite interesting.
Josh's video and animation work is growing, I've started with LimeLight and found a "job" that is just a fun addition to my life. We've gotten to spend more time with family, both our immediate and extended.
I know everyone is in an uproar about the events of 2016 and are labeling it one of the worst years ever. For some people I believe that is actually true. But by and large, I think it just depends on your perspective. And I for one am going to celebrate the changes and challenges of 2016. I think it made me stronger, more courageous, more determined, and most importantly more convinced that God is in control and I put my hope and my trust in Him.
That being said - I'm ready for the new year. It's just another day. It has no magical power. But it does feel nice to "turn a new leaf." So here are my goals for 2017. I don't make resolutions - I set goals. Those are much more motivating to me!!
1. I believe we are ready to pick our new Church and settle in there. I'm excited to see what is in store for our family as we go through that process.
2. I would LOVE to pay off our van loan. It is totally an affordable monthly expense, but I do like to get rid of debt faster than your average bear.
3. I've had a hiatus from gyms since having Louie but I miss my workouts. I think it's time to add that back into my life and I would like someone special to join me (cough)Josh(cough). I am fortunate enough that I don't work out to lose weight, but I do love to exercise and feel healthy.
4. I would love to build a small team with my business - not because I have to, but because it is genuinely enjoyable and I would love to have others to work with. I love the sense of community at LimeLight and if I can help someone start their own business it would be even more rewarding to my heart!
5. I want to have regular set aside hang out times with my mom and sister. We are all such busy people but we need to set aside the window to have focused girl time. If we don't make time for it, it won't happen.
6. I want to go on a getaway with Josh! We haven't had a getaway since just before Noelle turned 2. It is TIME!!! And I can't wait to explore a fun new place with him.
7. I want to get to Wyoming to see my best bud Rachel, and by golly I am going to ride a freaking horse for the first time. I realize how funny it is that I lived in Kentucky for 15 years and never rode a horse, but alas it happened and I am ready to check that off my bucket list.
8. I want to blog a bit more. I've had some lack of blog inspiration, but my friends who have been starting blogs recently have reminded me that I do enjoy it and just need to find the window to be creative with it!!
9. I want to have some type of regular focused girl time with Noelle for me and for Josh. Just one on one time with her is priceless in these days, and she will be so much bigger before we know it.
10. I want to be taking at least one risk a week. This is pretty vague but I am going to try to make a list of them so I can look back over it at the end of the year. I think this one will be a really fun one!!!
There you have it friends. I hope you are ready to start writing 2017 in things and that this little piece was inspiring and uplifting for your new year. Let's do this!
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