Just like Sarah, I've been in a bit of a blogging funk (you noticed, didn't you?). Which just makes blogging with writing prompts perfect for me right now.
Since I'm also a couple of weeks late to jump on this train I have a lot to write about today...so here goes:
December 1: Memory
What's the first thing you remember about 2011? What stands out in your head?
My fabulous cousin Ressa came and stayed a week with us. We took a trip up to the Chicago Aquarium which was fun, but I think I enjoyed the relaxing days of playing bananagrams much better! :)
December 2: Make
This is a two pronged prompt! What did you enjoy making this year? Did you "make the Dean's list"? Or maybe you made a really good wine, or maybe you made some furniture. And, what do you look forward to making during the holidays? Cookies? Homemade gifts?
Hmm, I really enjoyed making a nice hot cup of coffee every morning...but that answer sounds cheesy. I did make our Halloween costumes (the crayons in the header picture). I really do like to make our costumes every year and I'm hoping the kids will give me a couple more years before they're 'too old' for family costume themes. I try to do a little bit of baking each Christmas season, usually Rocky Road or chocolate dipped pretzels maybe even sugar cookies or gingerbread men. I don't really plan it out though, I'm more of a 'hey lets make cookies today' kinda gal.
December 3: Book
What was your favorite book you read this year? Was it for school or work? Or, was it for fun? And how did you read it? On your Nook or your Kindle? Or, do you still enjoy reading on an actual, physical book? Why did you like it?
Without a doubt Unbroken was the best book of the year. Other than school books with the kids it may actually have been the ONLY book I read this year. If you haven't read it I highly recommend it. I read it as a real actual book because I checked it out from the library. I like to read on the kindle when they are free...oh there was another, I read Uncle Tom's Cabin! It was free on the kindle.
December 4: Miracle
Do you feel you experienced or witnessed miracle this year? How so?
Seeing our babies little heartbeat during an ultrasound. Little baby movements and kicks....It doesn't matter that this is baby #10, it's a miracle EVERY time and never gets old.
December 5: Songs
By now many radio stations are playing Christmas and other holiday songs. What is one of your favorite holiday songs?
I'm really bad at trying to name songs let alone who sings them. I do like Carol of the Bells and Jingle Bell Rock is always a fun one to dance around the kitchen with the kids to. I think my favorites this year have to be any that my daughter has learned to play on the piano. It's neat to hear them played in your house rather than over the radio. The kids even practiced Jingle Bells together (Amanda on piano, Kenny on drums & Stephen on guitar). That was pretty cool.
December 6: People
Who did you meet in 2011? Who do you want to meet in 2012?
Sadly, I cannot think of a single new person that I've met this year. I'm sure that there were a few new ladies I met through the mom's group I go to, maybe? Next year I'm looking forward to 'meeting' our new little girl in February. Also, and this probably won't happen. But I'd love to meet Michelle Duggar. She's scheduled to be the key speaker at the Hearts at Home conference here in our town in March. I'm not even sure if I'll be able to attend, but if I could go it would be neat to get to meet her.
December 7: Quit
Did you quit something this year?
I quit drinking diet coke on a daily basis. Basically, I just quit buying it to have at home. I still drink it occasionally when we go out to eat. I'm not even sure why I did this? It sort of just happened.
December 8: Goodbye
Did you have to say goodbye to someone in 2011? Did they move away or did you lose them unexpectedly? How did you react? What would you say to them now if they could hear you or read your message?
At the end of October we said goodbye to some good friends (Jon & Renee) as they moved back to Washington state (from PA). Hopefully we'll find a way to get to see them again in the next year or so since they too are expecting a little one in February (their first baby!).
December 9: Travel
Where did you travel in 2011? Who did you travel with? What did you learn while you were there? Where do you hope to visit in 2012?
We took a trip to Pennsylvania, to Jon & Renee's wedding. We also got the chance while we were there to tour Washington D.C. with a couple of Jon's brothers. I'd say we learned that friends really can be like family...but I think we already knew that. I'd love to get to go on a vacation in 2012, to anywhere really, but I'm not sure if that'll happen?
December 10th: Television
Which television shows, series, program or otherwise did you discover this year? What resonated with you? Did you finally start watching "Modern Family"? Or, maybe you followed Oprah to her new network? Whatever it is you stumbled across, tell us about it.
Almost all of our tv comes through Netflix. I think my favorite of the year would be Psych. It's funny. Or maybe Mad Men, that was a pretty good one but I'm waiting for new episodes.
December 11: Without
What can you do without in 2012? What did you feel was holding you down this year? Was it a job? A relationship? Or, could it be something really simple - like an outfit that just went out of style.
I could really do without a few pounds. After baby is born I'd really like to get more serious about getting back into shape (even though I'm told round IS a shape). I can think of more than a few people who will be great inspiration for me (Emily, Sarah, Amy....)
December 12: Fear
What were you afraid of in 2011? How did you let fear control you? What will you do to confront it in 2012?
I'm not sure if this qualifies as a fear, maybe more of an anxiety...but telling people about my business? Stepping out of my comfort zone and advertising (at a curriculum sale or word of mouth). Starting a business is something I've wanted to do for a long time, but actually doing it? Nerve wracking. Next year I hope to continue growing it and I do entertain the possibility of moving it into a retail space instead of out of our house. Even branching into future goals of kids clothing resale along with the books. Aaaah. See it makes me feel nervous just typing that. I don't want people to think I'm crazy for attempting it and I don't want to fail. Yep. Fear.
Until tomorrow, I think that about catches me up!
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