Goodbye 2011

It's time to say goodbye to 2011 and hello to 2012. Tonight my hubby and I are rolling in the new year with my best friend and her hubby!

So much has happened this past year. I thank God for everything that He has put me through this year and where I am now. My life has drastically changed this year and honestly, I wouldn't want it any other way!

I pulled some pictures to highlight some of the events of 2011 that I will most remember. 

I graduated from Binghamton University with a Bachelor's in Accounting. 

My last name officially changed from "Brown" to "Rose" as I married the love of my life. 

My hubby and I ran away to Cabo for an amazing honeymoon. I ask Roger all the time to take me back! 

My very best friend also married the love of her life this year. I was completely honored to be in her wedding. 

 The day after Shannon's wedding, we packed all of our belongings into this tiny U-Haul and moved to North Carolina!

My hubby and I in front of our first apartment. Together <3 

 My mom and her boyfriend visited us this summer as well. I have to admit that I love my relationship with my mom. I wish she would just move in next to me!! 

 Roger and I made a special trip to the beach right after we moved in. I love living so close to the ocean. 

 We hosted Thanksgiving this past year. We fit 10 people into our tiny apartment but it was well worth it!

 I was able to meet my newest nephew, Dawson. What a complete blessing he is to me. Actually, his whole family is a blessing with me. I love the time that I was able to spend with Dave and Jeanne. 

 We were also able to make a trip home for Christmas. My adorable baby brother has grown up so much.   I was able to visit with him and also talk to my brother who is serving overseas. 

 I spent Christmas morning with my brother-in-laws. They humored me and slept under the Christmas tree with me. Although I have only known them for a few years, I feel like I have known them forever.

And of course, I spent my very first Christmas as a wife. I am beyond blessed to be married to this man.

Here's to a new year full of new adventures! 

Merry Christmas!

I hope everyone enjoyed some time with their families this season. My husband and I made the trip from NC to NY to see everyone. It was well worth it since we haven't been home since July. I just love spending time with my family. Here are some pictures from the trip...

 Jaxon and I made sugar cookies and frosted them. It's a tradition we do every year. He was so sweet opening his gifts. I just adore this little boy, if you couldn't tell :)

 My husband holding our newest nephew Dawson. I am smitten with this little boy as well. I love this photo because it makes me think of what the future may be like...

My brother baby brother, Caleb. He looks just like me. 

 I made all of my brother-in-laws sleep in the living room on Christmas Eve. Reid, Roger, and I shared a bed.

 This is what memories are made of...

My first Christmas with my husband <3 <3 

Just asking for some prayer

Today is the day that the Controller gets back from medical leave.

She is the one who holds the power to make me permanent in my current position. I am praying that she makes a decision this week, although it is unlikely. Just pray that she has found my work valuable and thinks that I would be a good fit for the head AR position. My biggest fear is that she will move me to a lower position and find someone else to replace me though that would be an awful move for the company. I am also nervous that she will keep me in this AR position as a temporary employee until she knows for sure. It's been months since my first day and I really just want to know that I can stop worrying about what the future will hold with this job.

So much to think about me for me. I am just turning it over to God. Thank you for praying alongside me. I will keep you updated as I know...

Our First Christmas

 Roger and I are settling into our first Christmas season together. We have been very purposeful in our holiday spending and traditions. We have purchased many gifts that will support others and adoption. We have signed up to do Dave Ramesy's Financial Peace Classes to help manage our finances going forward. We do not want to be consumed by material things. We want to start our family down the right path by getting out of debt and making others a priority.

Roger and I successfully set up our 1st tree and decorated it!  

And here is something that I have been waiting for for many years. My mom hand painted this nativity scene when she was pregnant with me. Every year she put it out for us and this year she past it along to me. I am so thrilled to have this in our home for many years...

I hope you enjoy your Christmas season and remember what really matters!!