One of my favorite things about turning the calendar year, is reflecting on the year past. It's a good time to look forward and get a fresh start, but I also like to take a minute to look back. The first word that comes to mind when summing up our year, is discovery. It was a year of change and some challenges, sprinkled among a lot of fun adventures. I am thankful for all the lessons and feeling refreshed as we embark on twenty-sixteen. One of the best things about this little space, is it allows me to share what's on my mind and for the purpose of this post, pull out some highlights from the memory reel. Here are my (very) random thoughts on 2015:
* I can, and I did, break the habit of my morning coffee run. I can actually drink coffee from the Keurig. I'm not a coffee snob, but since I hadn't perfected making my own cup of joe, I just couldn't fathom not making that stop in the morning. However, I've made the switch and I kinda love how I make my coffee now :) Plus, the $20+ savings a month and extra 15 minutes at home, ain't so bad either!
* We don't have to take a car over to the Vineyard - it is possible to pack light, manage the kids, stroller and dog with our luggage on and off the boat for our trips there! It's stressful, but it can be done ;) A goal for this year is to actually plan our trips far enough in advance though, that we can get a ferry reservation to take our car over!
* I survived breaking up with my hair guy, and salon. I have found someone who does a really good job, for a fraction of the price I was paying. She works out of her house, and will take appointments on very short notice, too - a win-win in my book!
* As much as I love home renovation TV shows, I am the worst at living through a renovation in real life. I better get over the idea of being a flipper, because there is no way I could handle all of that. I'll stick to watching HGTV :)
* A cleaning lady has become a more regular visitor in our house, and I'm pretty sure she saved my sanity.
* After 4 years of being a working mom, I've finally feel like I've found my stride. To me, finding balance has helped me be happier at home, and a better employee. This was my biggest hurdle in recent years and I'm thankful for twenty-fifteen for getting me to where I am.
* I'm about 15 lbs away from my wedding weight and I'm actually proud of that. I haven't figured out how to work exercise into my routine, so after my two beautiful babies... I'm happy with the fact that if I want to get back there someday, it's not that far away. #halffull
* A long weekend at home, can be just as wonderful as a weekend away. I truly believe "it's not where you are, but who you are with that really matters"
* I am a big fan of social media. It's a scary larger-than-life resource and it's easy to get caught up in it, but I take it for what its worth. I enjoy sharing peeks at our family through IG and I love to see what family and friends are up to. In addition, I learn things about our town from a forum on Facebook, and get life tips and advice from other people I follow on each site. Like everything, moderation is key. So, when at home I try not to be on my phone too much, but I'm a fan nonetheless.
* Terrible twos - is nonsense, and should be removed from common vocabulary. In my opinion, "terribleness" extends far beyond 2yo, and can start way before the second birthday. It's not fair to new parents, to think of it as such a set timeframe because that's a lie and we continue to live through it :) And, consistency is key, that's all I know about terribleness.
* trust your instincts, always.
* Last but not least, cherish the moments because they are fleeting. Little ones, big ones and everything in between, always #begrateful.
I am excited for this year, and the lessons to be learned. We've all been a bit under the weather lately, but turning the corner now. So, bring it 2016.
Happy New Year!
XoXo
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