What an adventure it has been...It's now time to begin another!

2010

Have 10 years really gone by since Y2K? Looking back over these last 10 years many milestones have taken place along with many heartaches. To begin fresh one must look back and remember all one has been through. These are just a few I remember:

Divorce from my husband Scott

Death of my Dad, Aunt Katie, Uncle George, Cousin Mike, Cousin Tyler, Aunt Erma, many friends and acquaintances.

Car Accident

Graduation from High School and WSU son Nick

Graduation from High School and off to college son Alex

Starting of School and becoming a teenager daughter Lizzie

Disneyland

Alaska

Hawaii

Beach several times

New dog Jack

Ability to stay in home

Return of closeness with my brothers

Change in family dynamics!

Health - good

Menopause- Yea!

Having the spirit of God in my life and knowing daily it is up to him!

POP! Imaginary Champagne

Cheers to a New Year and New Decade and many new adventures that I am just waiting to explore!

Run/jog a 10K or half marathon

Learn to knit

go to Italy

See all the kids graduate (college and high school)

Spend more time with my family and people that make me happy

Fall in LOVE again!

Now that is a bit of a list but I think we all need something to look forward too!

Happy New Year....

Warmly,

~Helen~

A time for quiet peace........

While going for a walk today to clear my head of business at hand, I had a thought of why we celebrate Christmas. With the popcorn balls made, peanut butter kiss cookies done, presents bought, needy family items all in place, I still feel a bit overwhelmed and taxed with little time to do so much. I wonder if I am the only one who feels so tired and generally a little down and out this time of year. Do I have I have what it takes to be a good Christian or have I too forgot the reason for our Christmas Season. Back to my walk... I have decided by maintaining my helping nature and keeping myself in good health are part of the season of Christmas spirit. While I have hopes of completing a half marathon this year, figuring out what to do with my house and the possibility of dating. I would say my Christmas is off to be merry! Here's wishing you and yours God Bless and Happy New Year.
Warmly,
Helen

Dedicated to "JULIE"

Have you ever told yourself...I can do more? While doing Boot Camp yesterday morning with one of my workout hero's Karin Kupp of "Dare 2 Move Fitness" in Yakima, I pondered am I really being all I can be? With those thoughts I had a great conversation with my dear friend Julie. You see I have known Julie for at least 35 years and she has always been one of those friends, I have that points out qualities and challenges that I should know or can do for myself. It's been 3 years since my divorce and I am ready to challenge myself to new heights. Julie pointed out while I said I would like to try a 5 k run..."Helen...you could do a half marathon if you wanted to easily". I never really thought about it till she said YES YOU CAN. Funny how it takes just one person to believe in you to help you make a change. So with that said my first 1/2 marathon next year will be dedicated to my friend"JULIE". I guess it's time to get started...
Warmly,
~Helen~