2013 is proving to be a big year for us. In February, Andrew and I got engaged. At the end of this month we are taking a big transatlantic family trip to Amsterdam and Budapest. Then, a week after we get home, we are moving across town to our new old house. Finally, at the end of the summer, Johan starts Kindergarten. Oh, the places we'll go!
While at times all of this seems daunting, I mostly find it exhilarating. I was thinking today how I've done this sort of thing before. Like, if there are going to be changes, might as well do them all in one fell swoop!
For example, in 2003, I graduated from college, went to the DR for Eduardo's fiancé visa interview, moved back to Minnesota, rented an apartment, started a job, and got married in the span of 2 months.
Then, in 2007, I got pregnant, graduated from law school, took the bar exam, bought a house, started law practice, and had a baby.
I'm not sure there's anything profound to say about these things. It seems to be a pattern that might be overwhelming or seem crazy to some. To me, though, the newness and excitement get my blood pumping. It makes me feel alive and so full of anticipation for all the exciting things on the horizon.
So, here we go 2013! Time to shake things up!
