What did you do in 2013 that you’d never done before? Took my kids to Disney World, took the kids camping, and visited Savannah with my sis(s) in law.
Did you keep your new year’s resolutions, and will you make more for next year? I never make new year's resolutions, because half way through the year I forget about it. Every year I just want to do more things and have more fun. I have given up on being more organized.
Did anyone close to you give birth? Not someone super close, but I have a cousin who is about to pop in January.
Did anyone close to you die? My Uncle George died this year of a heart attack.
What countries did you visit? None. Don't have a passport or the money to travel abroad, but I WOULD LOVE TOO!
What would you like to have in 2014 that you didn’t have in 2013? Go on a cruise with Brad. We didn't really celebrate our 10 yr anniversary because we spent all of money and vacation days on Disney.
What dates from 2013 will be etched upon your memory, and why? So many! However, I cannot get the beauty of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Savannah out of my mind. I saw the inside for a split second and have the desire to see it again.
What was your biggest achievement of this year? Had a really great summer. Went to the beach a ton and just had a lot of fun this summer. I was dreading school starting again.
What was your biggest failure? Haven't lost all of my baby weight that I was planning on loosing. By the time the kids are in bed...I do not feel like working out. I just want to relax with Brad and watch a show.
Did you suffer illness or injury? Does mommy brain count?
What was the best thing you bought? Family pictures made...we needed them! doTERRA essential oils...it has improved our family's health.
Whose behavior merited celebration? Lady Lonnie! She has been the best little baby and I appreciate her for it because being the fourth you often get overlooked, but she is so laid back and doesn't mind. I love her!
Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed? Sorry Kasey...but you have been really difficult the past year. You have gotten this "victim " concept where nothing is your fault and everyone is mean to you. If you do something wrong then there will be consequences and you will loose privileges. That faster you learn that the easier it will be for you. I love you!
Where did most of your money go? Disney! Spent a ton of money to go on this trip! In my opinion...border line worth it, but if you ask someone else then they will give you a more positive response.
What did you get really excited about? Savannah Girls trip! I was needing a break from the kids and it was wonderful. Super thanks to Laura for the trip!
What song will always remind you of 2013? Harlem Shake, because we made our own video. Didn't post it because it was bad, but it was really fun to make.
Compared to this time last year, are you: a) happier or sadder? b) thinner or fatter? c) richer or poorer? a – happier...Brad and I have been getting along really well at the end of the year. We always have spells of too much fighting. b- thinner, but still fill fat. I have lost some of my baby weight but not enough. It is a lot harder to get off in my 30s. c- Poorer, we've had some unexpected expenses coming up after Disney and it drained our bank account.
What do you wish you’d done more of? I should of worked out more :/
What do you wish you’d done less of? stupid facebook and Internet searching. I waste too much time with it.
How did you spend Christmas? With my family as always, but this year the Weavers joined us since Brandon was on deployment.
Did you fall in love in 2013? Yeah, Brad and I re-ignited something that might have gotten dimmed with pregnancies and children
What was your favorite TV program? No judgement..but Breaking Bad, Walking Dead, and How I met your Mother (so funny!)
What was the best book you read? I don't think I read a full book this year, just lots and lots of Internet articles!
What was your greatest musical discovery? I am way behind on the times, but I discovered Pandora. I have to mention I just got a smart phone this year.
What did you want and get? Smart phone!! I have been wanting one so bad, and finally I said I don't care if I don't need it...I want it.
What did you want and not get? Facial. I wanted to get a chemical peel for my birthday but money was a little tight.
What was your favorite film of 2013? We don't see movies in the theater, we are more of a rental family. So we have watched a ton of movies, but nothing comes to mind right now.
What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you? Spent my 32 birthday at Disney World and everyone wished me a Happy Birthday. It was great! Not to mention my sister got me an SUPER TASTY cake too.
What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying? More date nights. Brad worked too much and money was very tight. So date night was sacrificed :(
How would you describe your personal fashion concept of 2013? fashion? Are you serious? I guess it would be non-existence. I wear what currently fits. I don't want to buy more clothes when I plan on loosing weight.
What kept you sane? My beach trips. I love the beach and love my kids are entertained for hours...while I relax in the sun.
What political issue stirred you the most? Obamacare. Our insurance has gone up again.
Who did you miss? My sis in law Amy. We used to hang out all the time in Mississippi, but now she in TN with her husband in school. So she is cannot travel to family functions.
Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2013. I learned a lot...
1) Family trips and vacations (big and small) are forever etched on your and your childrens' minds. It is what keeps me sane and I look forward to the next trip.
2) I am a better parent when I do not try to clean. I always end up yelling at the kids when I try to organize the house.
3) What you put on your skin is just important has what you put in your bodies. Your body is a sponge and will absorb the things you put on it.
4) We all have faults and weakness, and you just have to love everyone for who they are.
