It's understandable to become reflective during this time of year. I thought about doing another favorites post like I did at the end of 2015, but somehow that doesn't feel right this year. Maybe it's because in one way or another, 2016 has kicked everyone's butt. That isn't to say nothing good happened this year, but dang it seems like there's been an inordinate amount of bad things. I tweeted that this should have been expected with a year that started off by taking the legendary David Bowie from us. I feel like I have a lot to say and contemplate, yet at the same time, my mind feels blank. I guess I'll just list the standout things of this year, good and bad, and see where it takes me.
- We bought a house
- I became pregnant, only to have another miscarriage and need a D&C
- We went to Disneyland and Universal Studios with my in-laws
- I spent 10 days in New York with my mom and sister
- I discovered what very well may be my new favorite TV show
- We went to the ice castles in Midway, something I've wanted to do for a long time
- I finally figured out my next step as far as my career
- My dad fell and had a partial hip replacement
- My parents had to put our family dog of probably at least 15 years down
- Husband's little brother got married
- Husband's little sister got engaged
- I started dying my own hair with great results. I never used to trust myself to do so.
- My sister became pregnant with baby #3
- I started my cooking blog-and I'll be starting it up again hopefully next week!
- Husband and I celebrated our 4 year anniversary
Those are the main things that came to mind fairly quickly. I'm sure there's others that I'm not thinking of. And there you have it. 2016 was up and down, and I'm not very sorry to see it go. Here's to hoping 2017 brings the good things we all are wishing for.
