Happy Holidays!

Most might say they can't believe it's already Christmas with 2009 right around the corner. I can. I feel this year has been more than full, and so I thought I should write a blog while I'm up as it just may be my last one this year. We'll see. But just in case . . .

I know this year has felt full mostly due to my personal desire to be present in evey moment, at least as much as possible. This was a lesson I learned earlier this year and it is now I gift I try to give myself everyday. Making the choices to take care of me while I take care of family has been very helpful in sustaining and nurturing my happiness and health.

With Kenna in our lives, there is more than enough action and adventure, laughter and enjoyment. So everyday feels like many days . . . all in a good way. I certainly feel blessed as I reflect on this year for me and for us as a family. Kenna has really grown in all aspects this year, and we've enjoyed the experience. She says all kinds of words and has all kinds of attitude. I am looking forward to more (I say this now, right!). I am also looking forward to family visits and spending time together to create even more memories.

So, with just one more week of work left, I plan to kick it into a higher gear and get my cards and letters out. I've started! I'm also inching toward getting back to doing things just for myself (ahhhh, and I need this!). So I'm hoping I can make some cool jewelry pieces and get some sewing done while on break. Wish me luck! I can say that Matt has had a busy year, and with the economic situation where it is, I am hopeful things will turn out well. Regardless we're together.