Reflecting on 2012, I never would have guessed the things that happened in the lives of my children. It was a year full of happy beginnings and sad endings. A year of growth and challenges. A year where I was constantly reminded of how blessed I am as a mother to have such wonderful children.
During 2012, three new babies were born to three of my children's families. (ok, one was born on Dec. 30, 2011 but I count her too). Two little baby girls and one baby boy. Two were born strong and healthy but one we knew was going to be born with congenital defects, the extent of those defects was unknown but the prognosis wasn't positive. This beautiful baby girl was born premature, lived two hours and died in her father's arms. Although she lived such a short life, she is loved and remembered. She reminds us about the fragility of life and how precious it is. She reminds us not to take each other for granted but to appreciate every day together.
Two new families were created this year when two of my daughters married their handsome young men. One of those wasn't a surprise as M and R had been dating steadily for over a year. It was a joyous occasion to see them finally kneel at the altar and become man and wife. My other daughter's courtship and marriage were more of a surprise. Daughter L didn't think she was ever going to get married until one early February day when she met M. There was an instant connection and a whirlwind romance that culminated in their beautiful wedding in August. I never would have imagined that seven of my eight children would be married by the end of 2012.
So, that leaves one child at home, daughter K. Nope! 2012 was the year that she went away to college for the first time. My baby has grown up! But I'm happy to report that she maintained her strong A GPA while enjoying a social life and I learned how to use Skype this year to keep in touch with her. I miss her.
With my newfound time, I discovered the world of blogging. It's been almost one year since I started Momcoach and I have had such positive feedback from it. Thank you. I try to write every day but I'll admit that it's sometimes hard to come up with a topic. I welcome any ideas for suitable topics you might have.
With 2012 at an end, I'm not sure whether to be excited or scared about 2013. Who knows what the new year will bring. I guess it doesn't matter - 2013 is coming, ready or not.
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Nice reflections on the family events, Laura. Maybe the whirlwinds will slow down a bit now. As for being scared of 2013 - nah.
ReplyDeleteWhen one whirlwind winds down, another gets started. That's life :)
DeleteQuite a year! It's been fun and I am so glad you're my Mummy! <3
ReplyDeleteYes, it has been quite a year! You helped make it fun! Thank you
DeleteYou have had a full year which has emotions in all extremes. The bigger the family, the greater the opportunity to have a variety of experiences. Yours is a wonderful family.
ReplyDeleteThank you! You are so right that with a large family comes a variety of experiences! The surprises keep coming :)
DeleteLaura, I met Leesa at SPSCC -- we instantly connected and have kept in touch (loosely) all this time. I also have grown children (3), two of which are married, so have something in common with you, too. If Leesa is any indication, you have been a GREAT mom and a spectacular coach over the years!
ReplyDelete--Melanie
Thank you, you are very kind :) And you know Leesa! She's had quite a year too! Have you noticed that it doesn't matter how old your kids are, they still need their mom?
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