To prove it's not Stale...

I turn 30 soon. UGH! Really. 30? When did this happen? Where did the time go??

I had a birthday party this weekend, put on by my husband. It was AWESOME. These are some of my best girlfriends and me. (That pic up there...)

I guess there is no better time for reflection than when I am panicking because I am getting older and there is nothing I can do about it.

I quit smoking this past year. I guess that is probably the most noteworthy thing that happened to me in my 29th year. Best thing I ever did for myself. And for my son.

Oh, I bought my first home in my 29th year. That is a huge accomplishment in itself these days. People all over are losing their homes, and I bought my first one. On. My. Own. Not even with the help of my husband. That makes me smile.

I guess looking back, 2009 or my 29th year of life was a good one. Quite possibly a Great One.

Makes me happy on the inside.

Christmas

I spoil the kids. Too. Much. Stuff. Slayder was ticked he HAD to wake up to open presents and we told the twins they couldn't go down stairs till he got up. He DID NOT want to get up. Took us about 30 minutes, then I carried him down crying. Right up till he saw this...

Then he stopped. And. Was. HAPPY.

Best Christmas Yet.