Well, folks, I'm back! I decided to give this blog another shot. My life seems to have slowed down a little since I last posted. Hard to believe that was over 2 years ago. My girls have grown so much over the last two years. All 3 of them are now in middle school! I've got two 6th graders and an 8th grader. Boy that makes me feel old!! I'm still married to a great man. We've been married for 15 years now (will be 16 in June). We've added a second dog to our family - and a couple of goldfish. Other than that, not a lot has changed.
I have decided to make 2017 the year of me. For so many years, my life has been about taking care of my family and helping others. This year I need to focus a little more on caring for myself. I went on a diet 2 years ago and lost 60 pounds! I was so proud of myself. I got more compliments than I could imagine. However, life got busy and I had to put things like working out on the back burner. I gained about 40 pounds back. I was so disappointed in myself. This year I'm determined to lose that weight again (plus more) and keep it off for good! I may look to you all for encouragement and prayers as I begin my journey again. I hope to inspire some of you as well!
Included in caring for myself is growing closer to God and improving my spiritual life. In 2016 I joined a new church. I was raised in the Church of Christ. It was the only thing I really knew. There was a new church opening down not far from us and my oldest daughter and I decided to try it out on opening day. I am so glad we did! I feel closer to God now than I have in a long time. I learned that sometimes you have to step out of your comfort zone to find what you're looking for. I want to be a good Christian example for my family.
2017 is just beginning. It's full of opportunity and hope. I can't wait to see what is in store! What are you looking forward to in 2017?
