hello, 2011!

Finally, my first post of 2011. This year has gotten off to a great start. There is so much to look forward to this year. New adventures and new experiences! I love how God made it possible for us to have a fresh start on the first day of January each year. A fresh start is refreshing; it's as simple as that. I feel so motivated!

In 2011, my beautiful daughter will turn one. In 66 days to be exact. It feels like just yesterday that I found out I was pregnant, filled with anxiety and anticipation. Now today, I have my Julianna. I have watched this precious child grow from a tiny 5 lb. newborn to a energetic, silly, beautiful, and curious nearly 10 month old. 2011 will definitely be an adventure as Julianna continues to develop in a mobile and even more curious little lady! Tonight before bath time, Julianna pulled up to standing all by herself. She was standing by her crib, reached up, and pulled her little naked body up and then wiggled her hips to the music that was playing in her room. It was too cute!

2011 will also be the year to further develop or begin friendships. Everyone needs friends. Our life has changed so much since getting married and having our first child. Many of our friendships have changed. We aren't as close to some of our friends because our life is just different than it used to be. I miss them. Having friendships is really important to me. I haven't had much time to work on friendships with a new baby and work. This year is the year that I want to further develop or begin new friendships. I'd love to have a best friend (other than my Joshua).

Here's to 2011, the best year yet!