What I'm thankful for: December 31

Today I'm thankful for...

This project, the future, and YOU!

What? Three things in one day? Craziness!

Can you believe that this is the last day of 2012?? When I first thought of this project, I honestly wasn't sure if I would follow through with it. I'm not the best at finishing what I start, so I hoped it wouldn't be another thing, like cleaning out my closet, Couch to 5K, and regularly painting my fingernails, that I would start out gung ho on and just abandon. Truthfully, there were a lot of days when I didn't feel like writing, didn't feel thankful, couldn't think of something to write, etc, but I stuck with it. Part of it was because of my adoring fans (ha!), but it was mostly because I wanted to complete this. I wanted to take on a year long project that would challenge me and let me see all of the blessings in my life. And now, on December 31, I can say that I did it, and I feel more blessed than I ever have before.

2012 has been a great year. I finally finished grad school, got to do a guest posting for a blog that I love, and got engaged! Phew! I love that I have a record of these events and can think back to how I felt when all of them happened. This blog has been a little bit like a diary on steroids!

I'm looking forward to 2013, and I hope all of you reading this are too. Thank you to everyone who read the blog and commented on it, either virtually or face to face. I appreciate everyone's support!

On a side note, here are the top five most visited posts of the year:
1. Stuff Christians Like- June 29
2. My pastors- October 14
3. Hot dogs- July 23
4. My dad- January 6 (I wonder how many of those visits were from him...ha ha)
5. Friends- January 3

I have another blog that I write in sporadically, but if you really miss reading my amazing writing, this might help you a little bit. And with that final shameless plug, I bid you adieu and a happy, healthy, and blessed 2013!

What I'm thankful for: December 30

Today I'm thankful for...

Bacon!

Today is bacon day. I know this completely contradicts my post from yesterday about my gym, but life's funny that way sometimes. Bacon and hamburgers are what stop me from becoming a vegetarian. And my own laziness and unwillingness to try to cook veggie based recipes...

What I'm thankful for: December 29

Today I'm thankful for...

re:MOVE Training!

AKA the gym that kicks my butt when I'm not too lazy to go! re:MOVE is more than a gym though. I worked at the Y for close to 6 years, and I never saw anything like I did in just a couple of visits here. The trainers/owners really care about you, and they'll do anything they can to make sure you're reaching your goals. It costs a little more than the Y, but it's worth every extra penny! You can also try a class for free, so if you're interested in trying one, contact me, and I'll go with you! Check out their website for more info!

What I'm thankful for: December 28

Today I'm thankful for...

New calendars!

Even though I'm an iProduct and Google Calendar kind of girl, I still have paper calendars on my wall at work and home. Sometimes it really is easier to look at something on paper rather than something electronic. I'm always excited about new calendars, planners, whatever, because they hold the promise of a clean slate. The year is stretched out ahead of you, just waiting to be filled with activities, birthdays, and appointments. Yes, I'm a nerd, but if you've been with me from the beginning, then you should know that already!

What I'm thankful for: December 27

Today I'm thankful for...

Remote starters!

My parents Santa brought me a remote starter for Christmas. I LOVE all of the gifts I received from everyone, but I have to say, when you're getting ready to go to work, and it's freezing outside, you're definitely thankful for a remote starter that lets you have that heat cranked up by the time you make it out to your car.

What I'm thankful for: December 26

Today I'm thankful for...

Sales on Christmas decorations!

Thank you half off sales for letting me bring home the Santa and Mrs. Claus salt and pepper shakers that I said hello to every time I went to Target and the yard decorations that will show Will's neighbors that despite the fact we left the Halloween window clings up until the Saturday after Thanksgiving, we do care about having seasonally appropriate holiday related decorations. Also, against my better judgment and promises to never use wrapping paper again, I bought some. Maybe I'll spend all year practicing my skills...

What I'm thankful for: December 25

Today I'm thankful for...

Christmas!

Happy birthday, Jesus! Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!