Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays!! It is almost 2009 and I feel like I'm on the cusp of change ... of something great. What do I want for myself for 2009? What am I grateful for from 2008? Most of all, I am grateful for the health of my babies - my angels (picture attached).
Dolly still has residual health issues that we are exploring. Two more appointments in March 2009 at the Sick Kids Hospital. One to test for 'albinism' - apparently her cones have no pigment. And the second to determine the kind of nystgamus that she has exactly. However, since we have confirmed it is not in her brain, I find these other diagnoses less scary ... things we can manage ... and I am grateful for that. I am also grateful for Mister - he seems to be developing into such a little man. I sometimes look at him and wonder where did he come from?? I think only another mom can appreciate this thought. I'm always astounded by his personality. He is a real sweetheart - very caring, very smart and has a great sense of humor. I am grateful that he is mine.
I am also grateful for my hubby - who without him - none of this would be possible. On the job front, I am happy to have one that is secure in this economic times. I am one of the lucky ones (hubby's is not so secure and he is still hanging on despite all the cuts at his work). I also recently was promoted (for a 6 month term) to my boss' job (while she goes on mat leave). So I am grateful for this new adventure, which will begin in January.
So what do I want for 2009? More good health, good times and memories and happiness for all my family and friends. I continue to stay stable at my weight loss of 25 lbs. I would like to move off this plateau. I think to do so - I will really need to shake things up in my life. I'm hoping Oprah's first week of shows will help me get in the mind-set to take care of myself. Balancing work and family and myself is not always the easiest thing to do. Sometimes I let myself go to the bottom of the pile. I would like to take better care of myself so I can take care of my family better too.
Wishing everyone who reads this post a happy holiday and new year! All the best for 2009!!
