Dear 2009

Dear 2009,

You sure are getting alot of negativity. I have heard alot of people tell you goodbye and good riddance. Yes you were a tough year on a lot of people, but in some of that sorrow and hardships, you have also blessed us abundantly. I am so thankful to you and the blessing you have blessed us with. Here are a few.

Starting with my number one. You blessed us with a absolutely beautiful HEALTHY baby girl on March 31, 2009. A scary, yet successful delivery, and an angel of a daughter that we wouldn't change for the world.

Second, health. Need I say more?

Third. Yes, on the same day you scared us terribly by Ryan being in a scary and could have been fatal car crash, and though we lost a car, A husband, father, brother and son walked away with just a scratch.
On the same day, a terrible fall left Grandpa alone with a broken femur for hours in the cold, usually a fatal break when left untreated for so long you blessed him and all his family, and he is now walking and being as busy as usual. What a blessing.

Fourth. A promotion. Ryan was blessed with promotion that has changed our lives for the better in alot of ways. With all the layoffs and business closing, we are eternally grateful.

Fifth. A loving and wonderful family, who has helped each other, and put their arms around each other, and just been there when we all needed it the most.

So 2009, I will look back on you, smile, and thank you for all the wonderful blessings you provided.

All my love,

Lesley

PS. Tell 2010 to be just as nice