It's been a while...

aw, i love that song. note to self - need to get the new staind CD. Lucky for me Santa gave me a wad of cash for Christmas..:)

So life is good. We spent Christmas Eve at my brother's spent the night with the kids. It has been a logn time sinceI was able to experience the excitement of Santa's visit in the morning. Poor kiddos, mom and I woke them up at the crack of dawn, we were so excited.

I took the weekend off from my dieting. (have been on the Nutrisystem diet for about two weeks - wiegh in tomorrow at the gym to find out if I have lost any more than my first two pounds). I love to eat. and the food at holidays is always so delicious. Am taking new year's off from my diet too.

Got much more than i expected for Christmas. I didn't ask for anything. got a couple gift cards, some little stuff, a beautiful candle set that makes my room look so much more elegant(good job Ari- just what i needed), a fabulous sparkly green purse (Leslie is so up to date in her fashion, I should make her shop with me in March when I am through with my dieting), I am fully stocked with assorted teas(my current all day long drink of choice)and post-its (love post-it notes!) at work and have updated pictures of the kiddos (thanks to my brother's family), and of course the cash from "Santa" aka Mom and Dad. I am quite spoiled. I can admit it.

This has beena terrific year. Lots to be thankful for. Lots of accomplishments checked off my list. can't wait to see what the next year will bring.