Exactly one year ago today (5/19), I signed the closing papers in the attorney's office. I had one terrifying, fleeting moment right before I signed them about changing my mind. You see, I'm worrier, someone who likes things to go according to plan, someone who rationalizes too much, and overthinks to the nth degree. But this time I didn't. And I'm glad I didn't. (I did still read every word as I signed--much like the loan papers, which still annoyed Kade. He will still deny that too.)
A year taught me to take one day at a time. I learned that not everyone's timetables were equal. I realized nothing went according to plan, but generally things turned out okay. I remembered how hot, humid, and unforgiving South Carolina summer heat can be. I understood the magnetism of a place like Home Depot. I appreciated vacation more than I ever had. I valued hard work and was shocked at how far human bodies can be pushed. I fell in love with Slushies again. I stood in awe at the talents of Kade and Aaron. I figured out which battles were worth fighting. I compromised. I didn't give in. I learned. I worked. I cried. I laughed. I loved.
This time last year I was sure the house would be finished by 2009. But I didn't add the simple fact that we'd need to actually celebrate life, so that we could actually enjoy our existence. We took time to enjoy weddings, birthdays, graduations, newborn babies of our friends, baseball & football games, cookouts, a new kitty, and holidays, and we paused to remember those no longer with us. Thank you to everyone who helped us along this roller coaster journey of a year-we couldn't have done it without you.
I'm excited for what the next 365 days hold. And I'm pleased to tell you that I am am content taking those days one day at a time.
Our heartfelt thanks for a great year-Love,
Amy & Kade
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