Two Thousand and Twelve was a really big and good year for me, well up until the end with a few exceptions. i accomplished alot with my photography. I pushed myself. i challenged myself. I stepped outside my comfort zone. i did a lot of research and took a few workshops. I had a lot of firsts including: maternity,newborn, 6 -month old baby, engagement, music/band shoots, high school senior, engagement, and my first wedding!! Also, bridal showers for our Cali sister and my best friend! You have probably seen my progress over the years and im so thankful to have wonderful people supporting me. I have learned so much! I have struggled a lot with my confidence and it amazes me how far I've gotten. Is it arrogant to be so proud of myself? Well good. i need that boost. You can check out my work here : http://jbwphoto14.photoshelter.com/ :)
Other big things: Our 1st house! Greg and I's 30th Birthday!
Alot of exciting things this past year. However, as some of you know, My cat, Thunder, was diagnosed with cancer. While some may think....big deal, its just a pet, this has been extremely hard on me. He has been a part of my life more then most people i know. I got him in January 1999. Hes a Grampa in cat years so yes i know i only have a few more years or so with him. But i never expected he would get sick like this. So its been this up and down roller coaster for a few months now. my heart has been breaking. and all i can think is how other people will see this. i feel most people wont understand and say "oooh its just a cat. " or "they dont live long anyway. " Why do i feel like i have to validate my feelings, my pain? At this point though, Greg and i can care less. Him especially because he's been non-stop working everyday since September.
Its been the hardest thing to deal with. Watching Thunder suffer, not wanting to eat, losing half his weight since we left Virginia in 2010, vomiting & bad stools, going back and forth on food and losing interest, dealing with medications, ...etc. im tired. im drained. but he seems to be doing okay. We were blessed with a wonderful group of doctors. Hes hanging in there and puts up with the new kitties, Cali and Jerzey. Im sure he likes showing them who's boss! I think he likes them more than he's showing :). I love how they are so curious about Thunder. Cali gets scared a little because he hisses. But Jerzey- no way! he's definitely a little trouble maker. always taking Thunder's spots when he gets up, always wanting to see what he's up to, and always wanted to smell him haha. I think this is the best we're gonna get out of Thunder with the kittens. im just happy there arent serious cat fights.
Well please keep Thunder in your prayers. He's doing okay for the most part, playful at times, seems like he's eating okay but gets tired of the different wet foods i give him. He loves relaxing on top of the couch. i think thats his favorite spot, other then being on the porch outside.Happy note...Yesterday, January, 10th was our anniversary:) Cant believe he's 14.
Meanwhile, Greg has been working so much, we barely have had time to get the house the way we want it. boxes still everywhere. but thats okay with me. Im fortunate enough to come home to a nice warm home and my furbabies :) Hopefully he will be done working these long hours away soon.
Happy New Year! Be safe! Have Fun! Be Inspired! Challenge Yourself:) Best Wishes xoxoxo
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