2014 was beautiful. There was no moving, no newborns, no pregnancies, no police academy, no FTO or probation. Like every year God was good in 2014. So very good.
Highlights
Luke publicly declaring Jesus as his Lord followed by his baptism. I continue to be awed by God's work in his life and it is an honor to be his wife.
Summer turning 1. We made it (barely) thru the baby stage! In my opinion, the toddler years are much easier/more fun than the baby years (but that's probably just me).
Karin and Zach and twins move back to Whactom County. Another request crossed out of the ole prayer journal.
Meeting my new nephew Issac and spending time with his Mommy (my oldest sister).
A privilege to be a bridesmaid for my dear childhood friend Crystal in July.
First family road trip to Moscow, ID for the above mentioned wedding. I still can't believe how well the girls did during the 8-hour car ride.
Gwen's first trip to the zoo and aquarium and watching her in pure delight as she fed Bamboo the elephant.
Having dear friends drive across the mountain to bring us real hardwood floors as a gift and then staying to install for free. Their generosity is amazing.
Being invited to attend the Whatcom County Law Enforcement Awards Banquet with my handsome officer.
Finally getting rid of our rock garden and putting in a lawn.
Nightly workouts with Luke and friends in our garage gym.
Having an emergency appendectomy in August. Call me weird, but it's actually a very pleasant memory. Not to mention all the help people gave me in the weeks following the surgery. I felt like I was on an extended vacation.
Spending the beautiful summer months in the best town on earth. Nightly walks to Edaleen, daily trips to the park and cruising around in a convertible.
Watching my daughters grow into friends (with plenty of fights thrown in).
Celebrating our 5th anniversary with hours and hours of jet-skiing and of course target practicing.
Watching our girl's enjoy the Christmas season and shaking from excitement Christmas morning.
Gwendolyn singing in the Sunday School Christmas program (or rather not sing and just floating around on stage).
Resolutions:
Renewed passion for Christ. For my family. For the mundane, everyday duties that a stay-at-home Mom has. For my church. For life.
Oh, and don't get pregnant. :)
