Together, we've created a log of memories and an album of images that are a window into our lives. We've shared the ups, some of the downs, the funny moments and the tears. It's taken each of us, all four, to make sure we worked together and got the job done. After all, that's what being a family is all about. Pitching in, helping out and carrying a portion of the load. And together, we've made it through another year.
And oh, what a year it's been. Will got to drive a car. Hunter moved away from home. Austin has been deployed to a war zone. We managed to complete years worth of landscaping in less than 60 days (thanks Hunter!). Jeff and I cheered as we watched Hunter receive his diploma with honors; then we smiled and watched Will walk into school for the first time ever without his big brother. We climbed Kennesaw Mountain with all three of the boys. We proudly saw Will kick off a ski and learn to slalom. I finally caught a fish! Jeff's work hours doubled and the studio business tripled. Hunter aced his first finals while Will was working his way through Drivers Ed. And all of our hearts grew a little bigger the day we brought Toccoa home. The happy moments have been many. The tearful ones have been few.
But it's the tearful ones that will stay in your heart the longest. So tonight, I happily say goodbye to this year. I look forward to a new year...one filled with opportunities to mend hearts, raise spirits, hug loved ones and move forward together.
Happy New Year to you all!
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