2008 was a very big year for me, filled with ups and downs, many revelations and the end of 2008 also brought the end of my marriage. I never thought I would be a single Mom, it just wasn’t part of the plan, but as I’ve learned life is what happens when you’re making other plans.
People change as do the rules by which you live so I can either sulk and brood or I can adjust, go with the flow and be thank ful for what I have which is an amazing and supportive family, without whom I’d probably be lying in some ditch somewhere asleep, and 2 amazing children which I’m greatful for every day. Even on 1 or 2 hours of sleep.
But this year isn’t about what happened last year, it’s about starting fresh and building a new life. Creating new routines, activities, friendships. My Mom says that if you have a vision of where you want to go and keep working towards that vision, you will get there eventually. Here is my vision:
Become fit and healthy. Go the gym and do activities that I enjoy.
Spend quality time with my kids, help them become well rounded, respectful and decent people.
Spend time with friends that I enjoy being around, not out of guilt or obligation but truly enjoy being with.
Work from home and generate an income that will allow me to live without worry and also spend time with my kids.
Be in a relationship with someone who enjoys doing the same things I do, going to movies, beach vacations, going to the cottage and spending time with the family.
So goodbye to 2008 and everything it brought and hello to 2009 and all that it may bring.
MATC
