A New Beginning

This past weekend marked an important turning point in my life.  After 18 years of education in 5 different schools (including home school!), I have earned a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Concordia University-Wisconsin and graduated cum laude.  I have learned so much, especially these last 4 years, and I have created memories that will last me a lifetime.  I am so proud of myself, and so thankful to my husband, family, and friends for their support and encouragement.  This is a huge achievement...worth every penny, sleepless night, headache, and tear shed over these past several years. 

I am embarking on a brand new journey now: the life of a stay-at-home mom, who will be working part time as a registered nurse starting next Fall.  I will now fill my days with other activities- no more homework; no more clinicals or school.  I can spend my days cleaning and cooking (new cookbooks to be explored...), playing with Jacob and going for walks.  I can now begin the exercise routine that I so desperately have wanted to start but didn't have the time.  I can focus on my new coupon addiction.  I can read more books (that means library and Half-Price Books, here I come!).  I can take time to relax when I need to (or want to).  And, most importantly, I can spend more time with my husband and baby!

I plan to continue this blog because: 1) creative writing skills are always important 2) I want to keep my family and friends updated on our family adventures, 3) keeping a journal (of sorts) is helpful in organizing my own thoughts and feelings and 4) it's a great way to document memories!

My goals for continuing this blog:
1) Updates at least once a week
2) Update savings once a week
3) Keep it fun!

So...here is to a new beginning!