Reflection of the year

I just want to reflect on the year 2009. So much has happened. Probably one of my best years yet...
January - Matt was still working in Burley. I was living with Janae in Idaho Falls until my temp job at United ended. Mid January I was able to reunite with Matt. Patiently waiting for baby "Melvin" to come.
February - I celebrated my 28th birthday. Feb 13th & 14th I worked really hard at getting my baby to come out. Lots of walking and trying out myths that would induce labor (eating pineapple, foot massages, etc.) Madison Gail was born Feb 15th. Fast and easy labor. Went in to labor around 8pm Feb 14th (didn't know I was in labor yet). Arrived at hospital at 3 am and then Madison was born at 3:26, all natural. I am so proud!!!
March - Madison and I were given a wonderful baby shower, with lots of loved ones in attendance. Even Aunt Ang and Ashley were able to attend. Matt went to work in Washington. Madison and I drove to visit him for a little over a week.
April - Matt went to work in Nampa and we got to go with him. Madison was blessed by gramps at their house (the day before Easter). Had Easter in Kuna.
May - Traveled to Utah. (Madison has been more places in her 3 months of life than most people do in a lifetime) :) I got to experience my first Mother's day. Matt and Madison were wonderful. I received beautiful roses and a beautiful heart necklace.
June - Matt experienced his first Father's day. Madison gave him a fist mold. So sweet and tiny. We also had some of my side of the family come camping down in Burley for Father's day weekend. We had lots of fun...but got rained out. 10 year high school reunion. Can't believe how fast time went.
July - Fourth of July was fun. Spent time in Swan Valley. Went camping at Bear Lake. Had a blast on our floating island. Started looking for houses. Long process. No luck yet.
August - Still looking at houses. Took Madison swimming in the rv park pool. Lots of fun.
September - Went camping at Willow Flat. My favorite place to camp. So many memories growing up. Found 3 houses we liked. Left Burley (laid off) to come to Idaho Falls for spud harvest. We also are trying to make our home up here.
October - Celebrated our 3 year wedding anniversary. Made an offer on a house & offer accepted. Just waiting for our 5th wheel to sell and trying to find employment.
November - Matt took Madison sledding around nana and papa's yard. She's not a fan. Was not happy when she tipped over. Thanksgiving at the Mathews. Did some black Friday shopping. Pulled an all-nighter. Probably won't happen again anytime soon.
December - Used a sewing machine for the first time. Made holiday aprons for Janae's family. Turned out really cute. Once I have a house I will make some for me :) Had to put our house back on the market. Trailer never sold. Oh well, guess it wasn't meant to be. Had a great Christmas. Family has treated us VERY well. We have wonderful parents and siblings. On Christmas Eve, we received a new nephew. He is a handsome little boy!! We look forward to getting to know him and giving him lots of love.

I really look forward to 2010 and more quality time with Madi. I have been blessed this year to be able to stay at home with her. It's something that is very important to me so I am so greatful that Matt is a hard worker and has been supportive of me not working. I hope that blessing continues. We hope to be able to find a home of our own in '10. Madison will turn 1. We have a lot to look forward too.