The family I had growing up is all but a memory now. Children move away. We start our own families. But it's the trip we make home again that is so important. Family can be crazy and infuriating. But it's also what matters most. Sometimes it takes a lifetime to figure that out. John Grogan

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Out with the Old, In with the New

I don't know what it is, but it seems like every January I want to get a new purse. My old one is fine, nothing is broken or torn or worn out. I just need a change, a new look, a different bag. I did want something with a little more room. I find a need to carry a little more with me. My need to be prepared has increased. My new bag is nice and roomy. I like it. It caught my eye as I walked by the bags at Target. I wasn't thinking "I need to buy a purse". I just saw it and liked it. Although, I have always had a thing with bags and purses. I have a whole closet full of them and I use them. I choose the one I use depending on my mood. Am I the only one that is bag crazy? Anyway, here it is. Wasn't quite sure about the color. If it had come in a different color, I might have bought a different one, but it is growing on me and I loved the style. So now I have made one more step into the new year. Just call me the bag lady!

Saturday, January 1, 2011

A New Year 2011

It's been awhile since we've visited. The elections have come and gone. Thanksgiving and Christmas have past us by and it is now a new year. I always love the new year. It brings a much needed boost to my motivation. Things are looking up, but I know it is going to be a tough year. I just have to keep my hope up and pray that my efforts in eating good and taking my meds has paid off.
The holidays were filled with family and friends. Vivian helped me with the Thanksgiving rolls this year. I love spending time with her. "We work together", she declares with excitement. At Christmas time, Pete and Rachel stayed with us and Natahlya helped me make the breadsticks for Christmas Eve dinner. They both did a great job and I felt like I was passing on the Kuhlmann traditions to them. What a teaching moment! It's what I live for. I would love all of my grandchildren to be close enough to be able to work together with their grandma. I miss each one. The children are so spread out now with Candice and Bridget in Texas with their families, Pete, Kelli and Tony in Northern Utah with theirs. Tiffany and their family are about as close as they can get and I really enjoy their visits each day.
With this new year, I have once again committed to be better at healthy eating. I improve each year and the fact that I am still here is evidence that it is working. Happy New Year!