2012 was jam packed with what I like to call firsts and many amazing memories. A short recap of 2012:
- January 4th- My hubby (fiance at the time) celebrated his 28th birthday- I made him a delicious checkered chocolate and vanilla cake with raspberry filling and buttercream icing. Sadly he had to go back to base a couple of nights before his birthday so we celebrated it early with pizza, a movie and cake.
- January 27th- Our Wedding Day!! Some friends and I surprised my hubby by flying his parents into town. He was so surprised and happy! We married in a courthouse- so much cheaper and doesn't put you into debt when you are just starting a marriage. I will never forget that day! Happiest day of my life!
- March 19th- The Marine Corp. gave us orders to move to San Diego MCCS Miramar. I started a new job in San Diego, CA and moved into a wonderful apartment. It was a huge change for me due to being two hours away from my parents and everything I have grown up close to. I love San Diego now and could see myself living here for a long time.
- May 28th- I celebrated my 25th birthday. Man I'm getting old!!
- September 4th- Laid off from my job due to company financial problems.
- November 24th- Thanksgiving at my parents. Met Dancer and Classy, my parents new mini horses for the first time.
- December 24-26- Christmas at my parents house.
- Sometime during the year- met some new wonderful women who I became friends with. Its great to have Marine wives for friends because we are all going through many of the same issues and can help each other out.
There are many things I didn't list but are just as important and have made this year amazing. I have had to over come many emotional problems, physical changes, lifestyle changes and financial hardships in 2012. I look back over all that has happened this year and am truly grateful for everything that took place. God has not only kept His hand on our lives but has blessed us immensely. I am still actively seeking employment, but I know God has a plan for our lives and will provide me a job soon. 2013 will be just as amazing, I am certain of it.
Sadly this year wasn't as amazing for others as it was for my family. Many people lost their homes, jobs, family members, and our country faced some major tragedies. A few that stood out to me:
- San Bernardino City filed for bankruptcy- possibly putting over 350 citizens out of jobs.
- Hurricane Sandy rocked the East coast damaging thousands of homes, destroying historical sights, costing millions of dollars in repairs, and ruining the Holidays for many families.
- September 11th- US Consulate in Benghazi stormed and US Ambassador killed.
- Sandy Hook Elementary School attacked by single gunman killing 27 total including shooter- 26 innocent lives lost.
Every year our country faces hardships, tragedies and duress, but we seem to pull together and survive it. May God bless you and your families in the year to come. I pray that in 2013 you will have a financial blessing, peace, love and Gods grace in your life. Happy New Year and God Bless!
