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Thursday, January 1, 2015

A New Year….A New Beginning

I’m back.  I can’t believe how long I was gone.  It was a long 2 month hiatus, not really by choice.  More because of a computer malfunction that took me forever to correct.  Anyways, I tried not beat myself up about missing 2 months of blogging and creating but I really have missed it….and you all!!!  It feels good to be back.  And, there is no better way to get back in the swing of things than with Farley’s Currently…..my all time favorite Linky! 


Here we go 2015……..

Currently Jan2

Listening…. Currently I’m listening to the silence.  We had friends over for the New Year celebration and didn’t get to bed until after 1 this morning.  My teenagers, their friends, and my husband are still sound asleep and the breakfast casserole is in the oven.  It’s been a relaxing and quiet morning!


Loving……My family time.  Last year, we lost my father in law the day after Christmas.  Our break was a whirlwind of hospice and funeral plans.  Nothing will remind you faster about the importance of cherishing your family and the time you have with them more than losing someone you love.  Time is flying by faster and faster each year and I am determined to make the most of the moments I have with my girls.  2015 marks the year that my oldest will get her license (maybe) and take her first trip to New York City without us!  They are growing up so very fast.


Thinking……  When the girls were little my husband and I used to talk about all of the things we wanted them to see and experience “once they were old enough.”  Sadly, they are old enough but we are almost out of time!  Oldest daughter is halfway through her sophomore year already, yikes.  I really want to take them back east and show them where I grew up, we want to do a family mission trip, we want to travel to important historical sights….the list is long and time (and money) are in short supply!


Wanting……I’m afraid my wanting isn’t as heartfelt as the others…I really want a pair of Kendra Scott earrings.  I love jewelry.  I inherited that trait from my mother.  I love that you won’t wake up one day after indulging in tons of yummy Christmas treats and the jewelry will be too tight.  It won’t happen, jewelry is very forgiving!  Alas, I have a hard time splurging on myself and the mister and I had a strict no gifts policy for the holiday this year, thanks to the new dishwasher we had to buy on black Friday!


Needing…..to take down the Christmas tree.  Nothing more needs to be said, I’m sure you all understand.  I think we may draw straws this year. 


Yes….to getting back into a running routine.  I’m scared to turn on my Nike app and see how many days it’s been….ugh…


Maybe….to planning another trip with my man and another girls’ trip.  Last year we flew to San Antonio to see a former player’s senior night basketball game.  This year we need to plan on heading to USC for graduation.  My husband has another former player who is finishing his degree and we need to go help him celebrate! 


I wish….. I plan on turning my dreams into plans this year and making things happen.  My oldest will start driving this year and we are stressing out about paying for her insurance and all of the other things that come along with that.  My plan is to work hard on TpT, this blog, working on my craft and producing quality products that will truly help in classrooms.  I would love to be able to make enough to help with the growing costs of having two teenage daughters!  And don’t even get me started on how close college is to happening….yikes!


Well, here’s to 2015 and all of the excitement it’s going to bring.  I can’t wait to share another year of life with all of you, I love the blogging world!


Happy New Year everyone!
 
 


6 comments:

  1. Gotta love Farley's link ups! I love how they connect us all :) I need some TPT earnings too girl-this getting out of debt thing is tough :/ Good luck!
    Stephanie
    Tales of Teaching in Heels

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  2. I know what you mean about running out of time with children. Mine is now half way through her freshman year of college.
    Artistry of Education

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  3. I know what you mean about taking a hiatus from creating and blogging. I went through that too, except mine was by choice (not really). I couldn't get out of a funk, but I am feeling so much better now. Cherish time with your family! As you know, the kids grow up so fast! It sounds like you have your priorities in the right place. Good luck in 2015!

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  4. My son learned to drive this past year. I was frantic at first, but now it's kind of nice having another driver in the house. But it sure did make me feel old... :) I'm also procrastinating about taking the tree down. Maybe tomorrow...Wishing you the best year yet, Jennifer.

    Jennifer
    Mrs. Laffin's Laughings

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  6. Hi Mrs. Wood,
    I totally agree with you about taking down the Christmas tree. My hubby and kids brought up the boxes this morning. My plan is to get it done today. I had to remove my first comment because I had a cut and paste accident (SORRY).
    Happy 2015!
    Janine

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