As 2023 comes to a close I have a few thoughts about this year. I remember when the year began I had such high hopes and anticipation for our trip coming up in May. I thought about it more than I should have.

It turned out it was the greatest adventure of my life. Not only did we see life long friends after 30 some years, we saw breath taking scenery all along the way, I saw a side of my husband that was so caring and compassionate towards me. (I knew this about him but not to this extent) But I also found that puzzle piece my heart has been searching for my whole life.

Please don’t think I had anything but a wonderful life because I have had the best people and experiences. I had a fairy tale childhood in most every way. I just always had one piece of my life puzzle that needed to be filled. Now as I continue my puzzle and fill in my life I am so at peace, not looking on the floor or all around to find that one piece.

My cousin (my cousin’s wife, but she IS my cousin too) sent me this on Christmas Eve. She is so special and she gets me and supported me on my journey. This says so much of how I feel.

To say that I have enjoyed my family in a deeper way is an understatement. I just take it all in and feel so very blessed. Our holiday was wonderful. It was cut short by weather, but I am so happy we got to be together.

As I always say, love your people in a big way. Forgive even if you didn’t get that apology. Life is short and uncertain. 

Thank you so much for following my journey. I enjoy blogging and am working on new ideas to blog about starting in the new year. I will continue to pay for my blog so there are no pop up ads.