The end of 2012

Can you believe 2012 is ending?  I have been making my kids annual (well, ok it was 2 years this time because of the big move last year) DVD and it has been fun looking back on this past year.  One thing I really wanted to highlight, for myself, is the fact that I accomplished ALL of my New Year's Resolutions.  I don't think I have ever done that.  This sounds selfish, but on my resolutions, I entitled it "The year of Brittany."  No joke.  I told Chad I was being selfish in order to help my family.  Some things my list included

1). Lose at least 20 pounds- I lost 31 :)

*unfortunately/fortunately I have gained 10 back with more to go with this baby!

2) Learn to be a better cook and enjoy it

3) Eat healthier

I of course have more personal ones that I will not share, but am thrilled to look back and realize how much I have grown (or shrunk ;) ) as a person.  Thanks to pinterest I have already started making some goals for next year.

1)Have a baby :)  Haha, have to make sure I accomplish something!

2) Lose the baby weight- dang its a theme here...

3) Become more organized

4) Make more things that aren't filled with preservatives... meaning things like taco seasonings, cake mixes, spaghetti sauces and the list goes on.  I am most excited about this one!  I have gotten a jump on a few.

5) Gain more financial knowledge and learn how and where to spend/save money

So, there you go.  Its out there for everyone, but mainly just for me to look back on.

And I leave you with this picture...

Why? Well because I like it and I wish I were there right now...and it makes me realize how much better I look without the extra pounds!