My family is the most important aspect of my life. Whether it was receiving good news about yet another biopsy, watching Lise graduate and be sworn into the New Hampshire Bar, celebrating Thanksgiving at Kimberly’s, or hanging out with my siblings in Wilmington, I was surrounded by love and laughter.
Old friends and new continue to provide laughter and support. It is so unusual to have made new close friends at this stage of my life. I am so grateful to have met these three women.
Our furry family members added sturm und drang to this past year. Callie’s health issues and accident were upsetting. But now Callie is in good health after radiation and chemo.
Both the house and I received makeovers. Why did I wait so long for both?
The new kitchen has brought such joy to my Sweetie and me. He now has a space which is equal to his culinary skills. When I am sitting on the window seat, I smile when I look toward the sink. From the white subway tile to the vintage stainless steel counter and sink to the white cabinets with the glass front ones on top, there is nothing I would change. The second floor bath is everything I had imagined. We did a great job and without a designer.
My makeover began on July 3 when I listened, with skepticism, to the app, Weight Control. Lise had mentioned it as a possibility she was considering. First, I did not think I could be hypnotized since I am a bit of a control freak. Second, how effective could it be?
Yes, I was and it was very effective. I am now 22 pounds lighter than I was in July. Yep, from a size 12 petite to a 4 or 6 petite.
One other aspect of my life was refreshed. My Sweetie and I met with a relationship coach for 12 sessions. At our last session earlier this month my Sweetie thanked Kathy for making it possible for him to fall in love with me again. I was speechless. I get chills when I think about it.
And so, what will the next year bring? I have been asked if I am going to continue to blog. I can’t imagine not doing it.
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Happy Birthday, Mom!!! Thank you for sharing this year through the blog. I look forward to many, many more. :)
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Lise
XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Thanks, Lise. I figure at least another 35 years would be good. I love you, too!
ReplyDeleteEmail from Diane (Lake) January 26, 2011 12:58:33 PM EST
ReplyDeleteWe’ve enjoyed your blog so much, I can’t believe it’s been a year.
Email from Terry January 27, 2011 11:28:29 AM EST
ReplyDeleteI vote that you definitely CONTINUE your blog. I look forward to it every day.
Email from Lissa January 27, 2011 11:43:01 PM EST
ReplyDeleteThe blog's been great - so glad you're continuing it. Great post today.
A birthday card from Debbie January 27, 2011
ReplyDeleteI can't tell you how wonderful it's been reading your blog. It's been a treat being on the journey with you.