Yes, I know I probably should have done this last year, literally. But these last weeks have been so crazy. Kids flying in and out. Mom has had some concerns that required attention. And the holidays…need I say more?
In fact, I had a whole to do list for work that didn’t get touched over the last two weeks. And I’m normally super productive the last week of the year because it’s quiet. But not the case this year.
So let’s talk about all the change the happened and things that did get accomplished last year…and it was ALOT.
Personal Accomplishment
Big Move
I finally bit the bullet after years of wavering on what to do after all the kids had moved out and sold my home and moved half way across the country to live with my parents and become their caregiver. I never would have imagined it would go as well as it has. In fact, I didn’t really think this arrangement would last past the summer. But here I am and it’s going well, and really giving me some much needed stability and breathing room to get my financial and mind in order.
Paid Off a Ton of Debt
With the move and selling my house, I paid off a ton of debt. That in and of itself has been a HUGE load off my shoulders. And gave me the freedom to really dive into saving. I saved a nest egg of $10,000 within a few months and then turning my focus to my remaining debt – my student loans.
New Hearing Aids
Also during this time, I paid cash for a big, but necessary purchase – new hearing aids. This is an on going saga, but it really felt good to be able to pay cash for such a large purchase. This is a new world for me.
Family Changes
In addition to my personal accomplishments, my little family went through a lot of big changes.
- Gymnast got his first apartment.
- Princess graduated college and started her corporate career in finance!
- Beauty & Redhead (what I’ve decided to call my new son-in-law here) got married.
- Both the twins moved to new places, broke up with long time girlfriends, and continued to make adult decisions – new cars, back to school and so much more.
There has been a lot happening. And through it all, we’ve gotten together three different times this year – Princess graduation, Beauty’s wedding, and the holidays. I am so blessed. We are so blessed.
Don’t get me wrong, parts of 2025 were so hard. But when I look back, all I can see are the blessings.
And now…it’s time to look forward with intent! Happy New Year, everyone!
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