Goodbye 2008

As the year draws to a close, like many of you, I am hopeful for what the New Year will bring. 2008 was one of the most memorable years of my life. Filled with happy moments, great memories, and a few bumps in the road.

Our daughter graduated HS and landed her first job. So proud of the young lady she has become.



I took a leap of faith and purchased an empty shoppe with 2 friends. We opened on October 18th and I'm happy to report we are doing well.




My father in law passed away in December.

I watched my 401K dwindle until I couldn't bare to look anymore.

Our country witnessed an exciting Presidential race,
and our daughter voted for the very first time.

I was introduced to the world of blogging on Jan 18, 2008.
I've met many new blog buds..love you guys!

I met many courageous women who battled cancer and won.
I also met some who lost, but they will not be forgotten.

This little scruff muffin was waiting on a corner one cold January morn.
He was in my very first blog post. His name is Ivan & we adopted him. :)



Who knew there were big brown eyes lurking under all that mess.
He is forever grateful and never lets a day go by without giving me
my wakeup call, by standing on my chest and trying to sneak a kiss.



Miss Sophie found true love....


Wishing everyone a prosperous and healthy New Year!