Happy New Year!

I wish you all a very Happy New Year!

As the clock struck midnight I was overwelmed by many unexpected emotions. 2011 started with the loss of our 2nd daughter Christine and has shaped us in ways we could never expect. Through our grief we have found a stronger love for our family and brighter outlook as we approach each day.

At the end of 2011 we said goodbye to my grandmother Mimi. The holidays were just not the same without her but we definitely felt her in spirit. Mimi's love from her famiy is what helped her get through her last tough days and I am so grateful for the time we got to spend with her. I know Mimi is now in heaven with Pop and her parents just like she was ready to be. Also, I can't help but think how lucky she is that she is with my sweet Christine!

We look forward to a fresh new year and cannot wait to welcome our baby boy in April! Through heartache we have been so blessed to be expecting another baby. I pray everyday for his healthy arrival.

This New Year's weekend we got to spend time with some wonderful friends down in Kiawah. Sam, Brian and Nicolette made the drive down on Friday and Morgan, Stephen and Graham came out for New Year's Eve. We were able to spend a lot of time outside in the beautiful 70 degree weather. The guys went sailing on Tim's new Hobie Cat and the kids enjoyed some time in the sand. We ate well and created wonderful memories with our families. Hill Family, you were most definitely missed!

Tim's delicious Beef Wellington!

"Mama, what is this?"Assembling the Hobie CatPerfect sailing weather!

She would have dove in if I let her...it was freezing, but she didn't mind!We know who the princess is around here!