My last post of 2008

I had something very profound :>) typed and it got erased. It always sounds much better the first time around. But I just want to say that 2008 was a great year. We had many many blessings and we learned so much from all the trials in our life. Isn't that what trials are for? We are so blessed with five wonderful and energetic and thoughtful kids. They have taught me the most. I have a great husband that really treats me like a queen. I am so thankful for Jesus Christ and the gospel. It has taught me so much and has helped me work at being better. I am grateful to know that I don't have to be perfect but that I need to always work on doing better. I am so glad Don has a better job. It does take him away often but it is really a blessing and I know that the Lord has blessed us with this opportunity. It has allowed us to buy a home and we just love it out in the "boonies". It is so quiet and peaceful. I truly feel blessed to have such an amazing family. I have the most loving and supportive and fun parents and siblings. They are my most bestest friends ever. I know 2009 will bring more fun and great times. I also know that whatever hard times will come will be worth the growth. I am so so blessed and grateful for all my blessings. I am so glad I have family near. Nothing ever takes the place of great family. I hope my kids will be as close as my siblings. So to my family....... I love you so much. I miss you a ton and wish you the best New Year ever. Thanks for all the things you have taught me and thanks for always being there when you were needed. You are truly the best family ever.