Thursday Thirteen~13 Things I Have Learned This Past Year

1. I am not in control, God is
2. God really is faithful
3. Everything does actually happen for a reason
4. Change is good and is needed
5. There is nothing like the love of/for your child
6. Having a child changes EVERYTHING-for the good!
7. I have a truly amazing husband and partner in this life!
8. Trials stink but are necessary for growth
9. I can live in another state where everything is unknown and be happy
10. I am stronger than I give myself credit for
11. After tragedy you must live the "new normal" for your life
12. This country is a beautiful place with so much to see, learn, do, & people to meet
13. This life is much bigger than me and the here and now!

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Anonymous said…

I like the "new normal" comment. That was perfect. Love you. Timer is still counting down....

March 27, 2008 at 8:40 PM

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