I turned 40 years old on July 29th. Turning 40 made me think about my life and what I have accomplished. I have done many great things so far. I have received my Associates Degree, my Bachelor's Degree, and now I am getting my Master's Degree. I have a fabulous daughter that I was able to adopt on my own. I struggle at times, but being Abby's mom is so worth it! I have a super job, my dream job as a matter of fact. I love every minute of it! There are a few things I still have to accomplish (i.e. getting married and having more children) but I would say, over all the first 40 years of my life has been wonderful!
Tiff threw me a surprise party for my birthday. It was so much fun! I do not have pictures yet, but my friend Rebecca took some pictures for me. I will post them when I get them. Many of my friends and family members chipped in money and bought me a new camera for my birthday. I love it! I have been taking pictures like crazy. I love it!
And last but not least, I was very blessed to have a visit from my new pseudo family Salina, Chris, Charlotte, and Cooper. Charlotte (Annabelle) and her family were in Colorado for a visit from California. They came over and we ordered pizza and got to know each other a little. Seeing Charlotte was a mixed bag for me. It was very emotional in the sense that she doesn't remember me (which I expected) but she is also at an age where she wanted her mom and dad and did not want to be held by strangers. So, as bad as I wanted to squeeze and hug her, she would not have it. that was the hardest part. The best part was meeting her new family. She is so lucky to have such a great family. I really enjoyed getting to know Chris and Salina and look forward to getting to know them more over the years.
Abby also started a new preschool year. One more year, and she will be in Kindergarten! I love her preschool, I am looking forward to another great year!
