Happy New Year’s Eve! When I think back on 2020, it is easy to think back on the not so great things. Our “norms” have been transformed completely. Instead of moving through our crazy, chaotic and busy lives, we were forced to slow down, cancel our plans and adjust to a quarantine life.

While that was an inconvenience and could be viewed in a negative light, I want to rather view 2020 in a more positive light. What were some things that came to light for you in 2021 and how can you apply them in every day life? Slowing down, accepting that God is in control and communicating that message to myself has changed my mindset. It became evident to me when reflecting on the year, that the goal for myself and my family this year is to challenge ourselves to help and serve others. How can I be a better person, friend, citizen. There are so many things out of our control and the selfish approach would be to take control of it all ourselves and do things without realizing its affects on those around us.

In 2020, I feel I’ve personally been tested in so many different facets of my life. Between politics, relationships, parenting, zero normalcy, social media and a wild main stream media challenging our daily lives – I was able to find what triggers me in terms of becoming angry, impatient, judgey and distrought. Discovering these triggers has been a huge eye opener and really allowed me to see what is TRULY important a little more clearly. Actions speak louder than words but when words are needed, how do you use them properly?

After a little blogging break, I’m back and feel excited to write and share again! It was nice to take some time off and enjoy the holidays with family! I hope you had an amazing Christmas, and honestly cannot believe the new year is a couple days away!

Today I’m sharing my day in the life post for December. I decided to do this that morning and tried to capture as much of the day as I could remember! Here we go!

I hope you all had a great weekend and are feeling festive coming into Christmas week! We are getting so excited for Santa to come and spent the weekend finalizing some to-do’s and enjoying some festivities before it is too late! I am also looking forward to crossing off some spiritual to-dos as well to make sure I am fully prepped for Christmas Day and also heading into the new year.

Today I’m sharing a little weekend rewind! I haven’t done one in a while so here is what we were up to this weekend!

One week until Christmas, ahhh! In all seriousness, I am so so excited for the big day – we could all use some holiday cheer and His Presence to make our lives better!

I spent the week getting some things crossed off my to-do list and getting caught up on various things. While I miss the beach, warmth and sunshine – we are so happy to be home! Sharing some pictures from our little getaway below!

Whoooaaa hoo! We made it to the weekend! I am dragging my feet this morning as my husband and I board a 6 am flight..yikes! We are so excited for a nice little get away and some warmth, but are really going to miss the kids. Thank goodness we have the most amazing families ever! The kids are in great hands and will have so much fun with their grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins!

Happy Friday! I hope you had an amazing week! Us, we’ve been buried in about 18″ of snow, but no better way to get into the holiday spirit than decorating the house and watching the snow fall!

I hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving! It is so crazy to me that we are so close to Christmas and 2021 – the end of this year is flying! We had a really nice dinner and will be feasting on all the leftovers today!

Today, I’m doing another fun link up with Mix and Match Mama and Sheaffer Told Me To where we recap the month with a little this and that! I love these kind of posts – they also make me happy because someday, I can look back at these little “journal” excerpts showing a glimpse of our lives lately!

Happy Friday!! After some crazy weather this past weekend, some freezing cold temps and even snow this week – we are enjoying some balmy weather for a couple days! Headed to my sister in laws for a play date with the kiddos this morning – super excited! Hope you have an amazing day yourself!