"Nouveau" Year

My Toast to 2016

 Here's to my husband: to the arguments that ended with understanding, to the tears that ended with growth and the love that continues to follow us.  You are the best part of my life, you inspire me to become more charitable, more hard working, more loving... Let's keep loving life, creating adventures and exploring the world together.

Here's to my health: this little body of mine continues to keep pushing and recovering even after queso binges, running half marathons, teaching cycling classes and any other challenge I decide to throw at it.  Thanks for always being up for a challenge.  I promise to drink more water, get more sleep and fill you will lots more veggies (but the queso is still a must as is the Coke).

Here's to my family: thank you for being my constant source of smiles and laughs.  The joy your children bring to me is indescribable.  I am so happy to fill my life with memories of you all.  

Here's to my church: thank you for your constant dedication to service and spiritual growth.  Though, we may disagree on some policies, I know you mean well.  I promise to be a little better this year about not skipping you as often.

Here's to my country: President Obama, I am so glad we were able to have a better relationship. I am sorry I judged you a little harshly at the beginning ( I just really loved Mitt OK?) but you have done an awesome job and your wife is on point.  Stay classy and enjoy some well deserved time off.  To my fellow citizens, let's keep it classy, we are better than all this nonsense.  Be smart, be kind, be caring.