Well, I've been blogging for a year now. I'm pretty proud of myself, too . I have enjoyed sharing with you all and I have really enjoyed getting to know so many different people - being inspired, encouraged, challenged, and learning new things. Thanks for a great year.

What does this new year hold? There seem to be so many uncertainties in our economy right now, that it really makes me wonder. Gratefully, financially we have not been affected as of yet. Dave has continued to have work in his plumbing business and been able to provide for the family as planned and needed. There was only one brief period of 1-2 weeks that we got really worried. My real estate selling has a been slower, part in due to the housing market, but also in part to my own choices. This year I really made the decision to choose my family over work. This is one area that I really grew in this year. I remember always feeling guilty that I wasn't working enough, but then when working I was feeling guilty that I wasn't with my kids. As a result, I wasn't able to do either job real well. This revelation was eye opening and freeing. It has given me freedom to enjoy my kids and my job. I chose to go into real estate at this time to learn from my dad, not to make a career. My goal is to build a LONG-TERM career. When my kiddies are gone, I'll have put in the time and be able to have a successful real estate career.

The area I really want to focus on this year is being more hands on with my girls. I tend to say, "go do this." I don't take the time to teach and "do" with each of them as much as I should. I give a brief explanation, expect it just the way I would want it, and am frustrated when it isn't done right, as well as surprised that they aren't enjoying themselves. So, this is my new focus for the year.

Thanks for reading all my babble and sharing with me over this past year. It's been fun!