Since then I have created a family newsletter that I put out every month. Around the first of the month. I try hard to get it out as soon as possible, but as always my sense of urgency to get it out on time is consumed by other things in my life.
Last February I met a guy. Isn't this always the way? We talked a few times, but never quite made it out for a date. Then in the beginning of May (the 3rd to be exact) we finally went on our first date. I was amazed that there were still true gentlemen in this world. We met for dinner, talked and laughed. At the end of the night he walked me to my car and was suggesting we should do something again on the following weekend. He was just going to end our date with a hug, but then he kissed me. He still said good night and said that he would call me later, and he did.
It was so refreshing to be out with someone with manners and class. Our date was about getting to know one another and that is exactly what we did. We have been dating ever since. He introduced me to his family a few weeks later at his nephews' birthday party. It was a blast to be there and meet so many welcoming people.
In August we were faced with the decision of helping his family by fostering one of his nephews. As always, I felt the only thing I required to say yes was the support of my mom and dad. That night I drove to see my mom and without a doubt she supported me and our decision. Within a week or so our friends and family rallied up items that we needed to help raise a baby and we were on our way. It has been so unbelievable. This little man so sweet and innocent has turned our lives so quickly. Consistently around his family and being loved and accepted by my family too we have been on such an adventure. We don't know how long he will live with us but count each day as a blessing to have him here.
So as you can see the time in the last year has been eaten up by many many things. And now I am on my way to finding a way to start blogging again. Writing has always been such an outlet for me and I know it will continue to be if I just focus a little.
