Like A Fine Wine....

I only get better with Age! ;) This is a true statement. I think, every year, everyone reflects on the year behind them. They realize how much has changed and how different they have become in just one short year. Sometimes its for the better, sometimes for the worse. I can truly, honestly say that this year has been nothing but wonderful for me.

I remember when I was a teenager, my mom told me "your 20's are hard.. you are trying to find yourself. Your 30's are wonderful, because you get to enjoy yourself" - and ya know what? She was right, as always!

Now don't get me wrong, there were plenty of downs that went along with this year. I do feel as though the downs helped me become the strong woman you see today. As I got further away from 29 and closer to 31, I started to see the light. I seeked help when I needed it. I admitted to failure. I stood strong and proud when I felt I did something right. I stood my ground and weeded out all the negativity. I bowed out gracefully when I lost. I begged for forgiveness and understanding. I became more understanding and less judgemental. I found God again, and then I became me.

Who am I? An oversensitive housewife. A mom of two beautiful children, who are so smart and insane at the same time! A loving daughter to the craziest set of parents I have ever seen. The niece to one of the greatest aunts that has walked this planet. The wife of an underpaid, overworked veteran of the US Army, who I have ALWAYS been proud of and loved wholeheartedly. The true best friend to the greatest listener on the planet. A friend to anyone in their time of need. The owner of the stupidest, most loving dog you will ever know. The lady who seems to have spoiled children, but really is just not "sweatin' the small stuff." ..and many many more things, because, I. Am. Me!

Happy 31st Birthday Krissi... and here is to many many more!