1. Changing my Last Name
I have already blogged about my wedding back in July, and I can't believe that it is already almost 6 months! But that was definitely a highlight of the year. It started with a wonderful day and it has been a wonderful journey that is never ending
How can you not smile? |
2. Baby H on Board
Last year at New Years I was looking forward to a July wedding and this year I am looking forward to a April Baby! We got to take first pictures of the baby back around Thanksgiving and that was exciting. I loved watching Travis' face when he would look at the ultrasound pictures, he smiled like any proud father would. :-)
Baby H with his/her hand by his/her mouth |
3. Saying Goodbye
2013 has been the year that I have had to say goodbye to many close people in my life. I am fortunate enough that this is the first year that anyone close to me has passed away. First in December and January (2012/2013) we said goodbye to the Overby's (I blogged about it once before - #3). They were the best neighbors that anyone could ever ask for.
Then in October we had to say goodbye to my Grandmother. That I think, was one of the hardest things in 2013. As a Catholic I know that she is in a better place, where there is no more pain and suffering for her. But, the first Thanksgiving without her there was had. Celebrating Christmas with the Pohlman side without her there was a challenge. Getting a card that just had Grandpa's signature was different.
One of the last pictures that I have with Grandma from my wedding in July |
Eternal Rest grant unto them O Lord,
and let the Perpetual Light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace.
Amen.
4. Last Family tripI started 2013 off by flying to Florida on January 1st. Early morning with Mom, Dad, and Angela we drove to Dayton and then flew to warmer weather. My Aunt and Uncle have a condo in Venice, FL and we spent almost a week down there.
Me, Dad, Mom and Ang |
Ang and I in Florida |
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2013 has been filled with its ups and downs, but it has been a wonderful year of memories. I am blessed to have such a wonderful family and now a extended family! Travis and I are excited to start our new family in 2014 along with many other exciting adventures! I am thankful for my health, and for my ability to have a job. I am blessed for the friends that I have, and all of the memories that we have made!
2013 was great! Hears to a even better 2014!