The Castro's: 2009: Mission Simplicity

Welcome 2009! The holiday season has come and gone and I so thankful for the time spent with our families. This time of year is so special because it's our time to be still and appreciate all that has happened in our lives this past year.

We have a great deal to be thankful for in our lives, and are blessed beyond what we deserve.

A great deal happened in 2008. We planned a wedding, finished up our semesters for the year, got a promotion, got a new car, and that is just to name a few! My husband became quite the outdoorsmen. He is now the owner of a john boat, 3 fishing poles, a riffle and camo! It is so fun to hear his stories and see how excited he gets about his great excursions. Now that hunting season is done, he is counting down the days until he gets to go out on the water!

I am very grateful for my husband who inspires me, my family who keeps me grounded and loves me unconditionally, and my friends who encourage me. It is so important to be surrounded by people who keep you true. True to who you are and true to all that is important to life.

So what lessons from 2008 will I bring into the new year? Here they are short and sweet....

Be thankful, everyday, for all of God's blessings.

Take pride in all your accomplishments.

Treasure time.

Love unconditionally.

Be grateful and appreciate your family.

Now for 2009, our resolution...

Each year people pack on a list of things they hope to achieve, well we are not doing that this year. We are very optimistic for 2009, we have each other and trust no matter what life brings, God is with us and will provide us with the strength needed to get through it!

Our resolution this year is to simplify, slowdown and appreciate life. 2009 is about going back to the basics and focusing on all the little things in our lives that bring us joy!