Goodbye, 2012.

For New Years Eve, we decided to take the kids out for a fun night, and then relax at home the rest of the evening. We took them to Chuck E. Cheese's, a first for us. It was a bit out of control, but the kids had a great time. Afterwards, we went home, put the kids down, and Zach and I decided to stay up and ring up the new year, laying by the fire. All in all, it was a perfect night.

In 2012, I've watched Sydney turn into a young woman. Somehow, when she turned 10, she turned into a little adult. Her conversations are more grown, her attitude is more mature. She is a beautiful soul.

Zachary has gone from an almost two year old, to an almost three year old, a big year for him. He was a late talker, so this year, his talking has just taken off. He is getting better and better at carrying on conversations and is learning how to express himself much better. We are SO proud of the progress he's made this year.

In the past twelve months, my sweet infant baby has turned into a big toddler. In the past twelve months, he's given us his first smile, cut his first tooth, said his first word, and taken his first step. This year has been a big one for him. I am so grateful for this sweet baby boy and all the things that 2012 captured in his life.

For Zach and I, we moved our family in our new home, where we hope to plant some roots. We love our new neighborhood and the people we've met here. We love watching our family grow here and take pride in this place that our children will know as home.

It's been a busy 2012, and it looks like a busy 2013 is on it's way, as we prepare to meet Miss Nora.