reflecting

We are 10 days into the new year and it's been a great fresh start to 2013.

2012 was a big year for us. Lots of learning, growing and just being grateful for what was brought into our lives. Especially when we needed it.

Here's a look back at our wonderful yet sometimes tough year.

my fashion show debut. Troy said he still gets butterflies when he thinks of me in the dress :)

took our first class for Financial Peace University

VAN HALEN baby!!!

finished a project on our to do list. 14 more to go!

been crafting like crazy and meeting awesome people along the way

survived our first sleepover party. Another one in the works!

Mila graduated preschool and was more than ready for Kinder. Her teachers teared up when they were saying goodbye to her. They were the best.

 

so blessed to have a program like ACE. They are a God send. Excited for the next program this year

Saying goodbye to Lillian was bittersweet. Having her teach us how to be the best parents we can and to teach Damian the skills he needs to succeed in life. Having her as a life long friend means the world to me. Her husband is a youth pastor and they both came to Damian's game. It meant alot to Damian :)

all of my babies in school! So grateful to be living next door to the school that we do and having such awesome teachers

Troy stepped out into patrol last year and decided it wasn't what was best for our family. We will try again this year. To have a husband like him is a blessing. I know I'm bias but I have the best husband in the world!

my tummy tuck.

 Mixed feelings. Yes I can wear a bikini if I wanted to BUT knowing I have to do it again in a few months? Not too happy. a month and a half of my hubby and housework, homework and meals done? I'll take it.

celebrated 13 wonderful years of our marriage

one of the best highlights? Got to close out the Twilight movie series with my BFFFor-evah!!! (E.T. style)

 Damian finding a sport he loves to play and watch. This kid is good and confident on the court too.

finished my DD. Something I had on my to do for 4 years

celebrated 2 years WLS post op and over 110 lbs lighter

 Max playing soccer for the first year. Excited to sign up Mila this year too.

She will be starting gymnastics finally and Brandon will be struttin' his stuff in a hip hop class!

Love being able to have the kids in different sports and activities through out the year. It keeps us on our toes but it's worth it.

Excited for some new adventures and changes ahead!

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xo