2015 - Bring it!

2014 was just what I had expected: A great adventure!

1. My goal for 2014 was to simplify. I believe I did accomplish that (in a way). It's still a work in progress, but I feel like I am at least thinking about things a little more deeply and prioritizing my goals.

2. We went to Africa!!!! We loved it - it was an amazing adventure. We were able to share our love for Jesus and we fell in love with the people there. I hope to return someday!

3. I enjoyed the remainder of my year away from teaching. I still believe it was the right decision for my family and I will always look back on this year with fondness and no regrets.

3. I was able to be hired back to teach in Melba. I am currently teaching 5th grade and I really enjoy it. Rhett began kindergarten and Addison began her year in 4th grade. They both have done so well and enjoy school and their teachers. I LOVE having them with me all day!

4. We were able to spend a few days in May in Moscow, Idaho with Jeremy's grandma helping her  celebrate her 90th birthday. We had a lot of fun!

5. We said goodbye to our beloved dog, Solomon and said hello to our new family member, Gerti. She was a difficult addition to get used to because we LOVED Solomon. But, she has fit in quite nicely and she is a great dog.

2014 has been a great year! The only thing that we were unable to accomplish this year was a new house. We were all ready to build our dream home and it just was too much money for us. So, we are back to the drawing board and actively looking when adequate homes come onto the market. We are being pretty picky and so we HOPE that 2015 will find us moving into a new place.

SO - onto 2015!!!

I'm looking forward to 2015! I'm looking forward to finding a new home for our family. I'm looking forward to reading books and eating healthier. I'm looking forward to continuing to simplify. I'm looking forward this unknown adventure!