Our Family: So Long 2010!

Out of my 26 years of bringing in the "New Year" I have to say that 2010 was certainly the most unforgettable of all years for me.

2010 brought me the most joy, the most sorrow, the most trials, the most victories, the most strength, and the most weakness. It has brought me the most laughter as well as the most tears.

2010 was a year of defeat as well as a year of triumph for me.

2010 has been a year of Great Loss, as well as a year of Great Gain.

In this year past year, I was blessed with 2 amazingly beautiful little girls who fought so hard to be here. They defeated the odds that were against them, and not only are they here but they are healthy, happy, and they are MINE! I get to keep them all to myself! :)
I have never loved so hard in all my life until that first time I laid my eyes on them on that ultra sound screen.

They have added so much to our lives that it is unreal.

The Bible says that the Lord giveth, and He taketh away.

And that could not have been more true in my life this past year.

While he gave us 2 gorgeous little girls in March, We lost so many loved ones in the months that followed.

We lost Our Uncle Marty Blanton in June.
We Lost My Grandad Roger von der Hellen in July
And my sweet sweet Grandma Margie Parker in September.
And my Grandpa Steve in November.

Rick also lost his cousin Will Rabon while he was fighting for our freedom overseas.

As we say So Long to 2010,It is my Prayer that 2011 will be a year of healing, success, and continued happiness for our family and loved ones.

I look forward to the blessings God has in store for all of us in this coming year!

We had a nice New Years Eve Bringing in the New Year with some Great Friends! Here are some Pictures from our fun night.

Emma with her favorite Miss Jessica :)