Another Year

Well the clock has rolled over another year of my life. Hard to believe how fast time really does fly!  If I had to pick a word to describe this past year it would have to be - JOYFUL. 

My babies have kept me laughing all year and I have to say I've enjoyed the stages they've gone through. Mason and his growing independence and turning into a little boy, seeing his fun-loving personality grow - anything for a laugh, my little clown.  And Lucas with his school age learning and quirky little sayings and stories that show his awesome imagination and his genuine spirit. 

Little Cubby joined our family this year and completly stole my heart and as per my last post has turned me into a crazy dog lady :) his sweet disposition suits our family so well. I can't imagine our family without him! 

My amazing hubby, my best friend and my rock has continued to be my Prince Charming and if it's possible I am more in love with him with each passing day! 

I am surrounded by AMAZING Momma friends who truely "get" me and we have such an awesome connection I just can't imagine my life without them!! 

There has been changes this year that have been "different" my family has officially migrated out the Mac. But despite geographic changes we have remained close, even more so than before. Perhaps, our more limited time together is no longer so taken for granted and we truely absorb the personal time we share.  Whatever the reason I am excited for new seasons of life and trips down south ;) 

My Newfoundland family have been GREAT...as always! ;) my parents are truely my foundation and inspiration. Not a days go by that I don't wish they were closer so we could just stop in and possibly leave them some wonderfully, crazy boys for a few hours ;) 

I believe this year I've gotten to know my family in law near and far better as well!! So many fun times on vacation and with visits!  I have truely enjoyed opening my home to them and visiting theirs. I hope for so much more of that in the future! 

This past year our home was shared with a couple of my extended family and I have to say as skeptical as I was at first of having "renters" it has been so great to share my home with them!! My boys have become so attached to them and vice versa! ;) I know come next month there will be some big adjustments for them as they realize there is an empty basement! :( but visiting is always welcomed...both ways I'm assured! :) 

I have grown this past year and accomplished goals I never thought I could!!  I can do it! I will do it! Everyday attitude is a choice! I have also been successful professionally and I am so thankful that I have a wonderful job that I LOVE and I work with such GREAT People! It's a pleasure! 

This year in review is one for the books! When I think of this past year a HUGE smile fills my face!  A piece of my complex life puzzle is firmly back in place and on it is the word...HAPPINESS! 

Thank you God for your blessings on me!! You are truely faithful in all things and I will continue to trust you and I anticipate another year of your richest blessings!! 

As I have been reminded today - 

"For I know the plans I have for you. Declares The Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. To give you a hope and a future!!" Jeremiah 29:11

Bring it on 32!! Let's do this ;) 

I "Hava" Problem

What to do...what to do...I am having a dilemma over a new puppy!!  This is rather huge considering I was the family member who had the consistent vote of "NO" to any dog coming into our family!  

But our little Cubby has won my heart! He is just the sweetest, cutest and smartest little puppy!! He's the BEST!!  He's a purebred CKC registered Havanese and I would defintiely stick with a registered breeder, if not the same breeder (not sure I have the patience to wait for a new litter - could be a year).  I'm certain to be sticking with the Havanese breed, hypo-allergenic no mess no fuss and they are small!! Pack-able little travellers! 

Yes, I recognize extra cost, more work, higher vet bills, issue of getting sitters and for sure more POOP! But I also see the other side of companionship between the 2 dogs, and companionship with our family.  2 kids 2 dogs. In the beginning I expect more work but after that I can't imagine it being all that much more. 

I feel like I'm deciding to have another child, which I kind of am I guess...but anyone who knows me, understands that I am not in the market for a baby!! No way!!  That ship has sailed and for sure isn't coming back to port!! :) 

Some will say "oh it's your mommy senses, you don't really want a puppy you want a baby" no no I'm sure! I want a puppy! Lol a puppy has a kennel and if it ends up to be the worst decision of life (It would be a LAST resort of course) but it is somewhat removable provided we find another loving caring home.  Babies are not quite as transferable 

(please note that I would never want to do that to a puppy and of course it would NEVER be an option for a baby lol) I have to add that I don't want anyone mis-understanding my writing here.  But of course I would never purchase a puppy thinking that I'd just get rid him. :(  puppies are commitments not to be taken lightly...I know I know I understand! :) 

But just look at that little face!! Yes, I definitely "Hava" problem!! :) 

Momma Musings Intro

Momma Musings Intro.

So this is my second time starting a blog…my past experience with a blog goes something like this; I was an avid blogger for all of about a month and then - KAPUT! Done with that! lol But I have recently been itching again for a writing outlet.  Journalling is not really my thing, my self diagnosed OCD kicks in if I miss a day and then I have to back track, and try to recount a week's worth of activities and blah blah blah just gets to hard to keep up. So I decided to try blogging again, more casual this time.  Not an everyday thing just when I have time or I'm feeling bored (hmmmm...looks like I will never blog if I go that route lol my house full of crazy boys rarely leaves me much of either).  Okay, new plan I will blog without pressure.  No deadlines or timelines just when the urge strikes and convenience allows.  There we go that should work.  I can stick to those rules (I work much better without boundaries lol)

In our now technological, electronic world fully equipped with Google and Facebook people around the world are electronically documenting every minute of their lives and for the record I am not a fan of this.  My friends around the world do not need to know when I am showering or doing dishes.  So let's make this clear…this blog is not a documentation of my life but merely a glimpse of who I am, as a mom and wife, a professional, a friend, and as a person.  A glimpse of things I like, that make me laugh, my interests and accomplishments.  I don't care if you read it, and I don't care if it causes you offence (which I hope it doesn't), it's just me on an electronic background, no biggie.  I'm not blogging for you…I'm blogging for me! :)

I'm not blogging because I think my life is so interesting and exciting that the world needs to hear about it.  I want to blog because sometimes as a busy, working Mom there is just no outlet for my creative thinking.  One of my biggest enjoyments in life (other than my family, friends and work) is trying new things and coming up with new ideas.  It could be anything from decorating, a new activity with the kids, writing, a new recipe, and the list goes on.

"Momma Musings"  doesn't really have a special meaning, I just thought is sounded cool and kind of summed up what and who my blog includes.  Sometimes, my blog might be funny (I tend to sometimes coax a smile or two), at times it could be sad or mad (just depends on the day…or the hour as my emotional roller-coaster loops and dips) it could be informative (not gonna brag but I do have good ideas every now and then) and it could be, that maybe some, or all of my Blog could just be the ramblings of a crazy lady.  Who knows?  Here we go I'm now a Blogga Momma :) (not funny?? ok see, just take what you want from this) :)

Blog Disclaimer - My Grammar is average.  All of you OCD grammar crazies…this may not be the best place for you! :) NO CORRECTIONS PLEASE!