As I ponder the last year it strikes me as a year of growth and change for me. I've read some great books and savored every minute. I've spent some great time on Shelfari.com and met some really fun people. They have introduced me to many new authors and some new reading challenges. As a matter of fact, I'm getting brave this year and hosting a reading challenge on my other blog. I've participated in several reading challenges too, and started keeping track of the books I read. I read approximately 106 books in 2008. I'm fairly certain I forgot a few, but 106 is not too shabby. (stretching so I can pat myself on the back!)
Also this year saw me finding new ways to serve the church this year. I was a camp counselor the first week we went to camp, but then we went back for a second week, and I helped in the kitchen. That was fun. I also, helped with the International Singles Conference over Labor Day. We got to spend some great time with the other members of the AV team. (And eat some good food, if I do say so myself.)
We sold a couple of litters of puppies, and that is always exciting.
This fall saw my elder daughter starting Intermediate School. My younger is in 2nd grade. Then I found a job. It took a while, but I think I found one that is a really good fit for the family. I'm a Lunch Lady. Woo Hoo! So, I get all the days off that the kids do, and I can take them to/from school every day. It's not a glamorous job, but it'll be a little extra money. (Can't argue with that!)
This year also saw me reconnecting with friends from High School. That's been really fun. Some of them will be able to be lifelong friends and some won't. That makes me sad, but what can I say. Some friends I miss already.
2008 saw also some history making moments that I'm proud to have been a witness to. I'm proud of a country that is finally ready to elect a minority to it's highest office. I know it was an emotional election and for many, that passion has led to fear and disappointment, but I'm proud.
I hope and pray that 2009 will bring more growth for myself, my country, and my friends and family.
Happy 2009 to you and yours.
