Looking Back- A Year in Review

My family and I started 2012 in Omaha. We spent the New Year’s Weekend together ice skating, going to museums and, of course, the zoo.

In May I finished my first year of college. At times it still seems hard to believe that I am old enough to be away from my family and living in another town.

At the beginning of summer vacation my family and I took a trip to Wisconsin. We enjoyed waterparks, hiking, rock climbing, exploring downtown and facing a few fears…

 

 

          

I stayed at home over the summer and spent most of my time nannying for a family with 3 girls. It was crazy, hectic and overwhelming, but I loved every minute of it. Our days consisted of many trips to the park, Children’s Museum, dance and plenty of arts and crafts.

Before I headed back to Lincoln, my family and I ran in an annual 5k in memory of a family friend.

It was little Darby’s first year running that 5k and he did a great job! We were all so proud of him!

Payton began her first year of high school and played golf in the fall. She even made varsity at a few of her meets!

I came home in September to see Liam and Payton all dressed up for Homecoming. It is hard to believe that they are both so grown up!

We made our annual trip to the pumpkin patch. I look forward to going each year and creating new memories with the family. It is my favorite part of fall.

Being away at school hasn’t always been easy, but lucky for me I have a wonderful family who always welcomes me home when I am able to make the trip. This year my mom and two youngest brothers, Jackson & Darby, surprised me in Lincoln and came to visit me for the day. What a great surprise!

I took the next step with photography and started doing planned photo shoots. I have loved every minute of the journey and I look forward to learning more along the way.

 

My mom turned 40 in November (I know, it’s hard to believe. She doesn’t look a day over 29). Her birthday fell on a Monday and I was disappointed that I wouldn’t be able to spend her special day with her. I arranged with my professors to take the day off and I headed back to Kearney to surprise her!

I spent the holidays at home with my family. Luckily all of us were able to celebrate together and enjoy the day.

My family and I ended our year in Omaha just as we began it. There were several ups and downs, but over all it was a great year and I can’t wait to see what 2013 has in store for me.

Goals for the year:

• Run a 10k (the Run10 Feed10)
• Spend more time volunteering
• Read 50 books
• Learn to knit

I hope you have a blessed New Year!

-Taylor