The last three years Matt and I began a holiday tradition of seeing TSO (Trans-Siberian Orchestra) each year at the RBC Center in Raleigh. For us, it officially signifies the start of the Christmas celebrating season. The music is so powerful and moving and really does get you into the spirit of what this time of year is all about.
This year we put up a beautiful big tree in our house with ornaments both old and new, white lights, and additional red and silver ornaments to make it look extra Christmasy. We have been in our house for over 11 months now (January 17th is one year if you can believe it!!), but it was really nice to be able to celebrate and decorate in our home this year. We both remember this time last year when we were itching to get into our house and out of our apartment. We weren't able to put up a tree because the whole place was filled with packed boxes and there was barely room to even walk as we were merely weeks away from moving. Now here we are weeks away from the birth of our baby boy!
This Christmas was bittersweet for us. We had a wonderful time celebrating this beautiful time of year, however it was a bit emotional. All I could think about is that it was my last time with my parents and brother, last time at their house, last Christmas, last time traveling, etc before becoming a mommy. Next time they see me, I will have baby Tanner in my arms. I will be a daughter, sister and also a mom. Life will be different. I will be forever changed. Our responsibilities will be much greater. Our priorities will shift making sure that Tanner has all the love, support, guidance and care that he needs and more. Next Christmas Santa will be back in our lives, Tanner will be 11 months old, and new Traditions will begin.
Now please don't take any of this as being negative in any way. Matt and I could not be more thrilled about his arrival. I personally cannot wait to meet the little man. To think that I have been pregnant 8 out of the 12 months of 2007... I'm ready for him to be here already! We are so excited about the new addition to our family. I am lucky, because I will be the woman of the house! Matt, Brewster, Hogan, Tanner and the wife/mommy (me!!!)! I'm not gonna lie, I will be LOVING LIFE! 2008 is going to be an amazing New Year filled with so many memories, lots and lots of pictures, so much love, many new experiences, laughter, fun and happiness! Jealous?!
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