2011

Last year I had a couple resolutions and I have pretty much stuck to them = success.  This year I don't really have any new resolutions, I just want to be a great mom, wife, daughter, friend, and person.

2010 Highlights:

• Topping the list - finding out I was/am pregnant
• Finding out I am going to be an AUNT!! (I have not revealed that on here yet, but Pat's older sister Maura and her husband Mike are expecting a little girl a couple months after we're due - can't wait!!!!)
• Friends and Family getting married
• Pat passing CFA Level 2
• My getaway to Bermuda!
• Visits from family here in NJ and trips to TN and MA
• Feeling comfortable and happy at my new job - I've been there about 8 months now, wow.

Pat and I rung in the new year at home just like last year which was really nice.  We decided to go with fondue again, but just as an appetizer this time because we also had some steak.  We sat by the fire, played cards, watched some movies, and just talked about last year and the upcoming year.  And I did stay awake until a little after midnight and got a nice smooch from my hubby right at 12.  :o)

The fondue might not look too appetizing, but it was quite yummy.  It's a "healthier" version made with chicken stock and a little white wine - recipe found here.  (hmm, this recipe is slightly different than the one I had printed the other week because it says apple juice instead of white wine.  I just noticed that this recipe and the one I have call for a TEASPOON of dijon mustard instead of a Tablespoon, oops, no wonder...oh well!)  Someday we'll learn that fondue is meant to be shared and there is no way 2 people can or should finish it...

Wishing you all a HAPPY NEW YEAR!  Enjoy the weekend.

And because I'm excited about it, here is a picture of a treat I got myself with a Bloomingdales gift card (thank you, work!!)  I actually got a nude/tan color, and it's a little crossover Rebecca Minkoff bag which I envision wearing while I push a stroller with a diaper bag.  This way I can keep my wallet and cell phone close and easy to access, but not have to deal with a diaper bag plus a normal sized purse.  Who knows, I may be wrong about how much use it will get, but I am going to enjoy this little guy for now!