Goodbye 2009, Hello 2010!

Happy New Year! What a blessed year we have had! I would have to say that 2009 has been the best year of my life. I don't cry often, actually my sisters nicknamed me "the tin man" for my lack of tears ( and heart?). Thinking about how much I love this beautiful little girl that God has given us makes me misty eyed. I feel like I have grown in different ways as well. My whole world revolves around Isabella. At first, it took a little getting used to- thinking of someone else over yourself all the time. Now, it is just way things are- and I love it! Motherhood definitely changes you- for the better. I love watching her explore this world and seeing things through her eyes in wonder. Simple things like chasing her around the room, clapping her hands for her and seeing her squeal in delight, and sleeping her on my chest give me the greatest joy. Being a mother gives me the slightest insight into how much God loves us. How He loves us to give us these blessings on earth like family, friends and so many fun memories. How He loves us to give His son to die for us. Watching Isabella bump her head and cry makes me hurt for her; how much more pain did God go through watching His son die a horrible death for us? What memory stands out for you for this past year? What do you have planned for the new year?