2013 ~ was an awesome year!

Well, another year has come and gone! And, for some reason, the years seem to be going by so much quicker.... or maybe it's just me. Needless to say, around this time of year, every year, I take a moment to look back at all the good and the magical moments of my past year.  And just when I think 'WOW' what an incredible year, how am I ever going to top it .... I do!  I truly have had the most amazing year ever! I ticked several things off my 'bucket list', reached a lot of my goals and some pretty big dreams of mine came true! And I am one big dreamer! 

Some of my great highlights from 2013 were ~ finding out, from my oldest daughter, that I was going to be a grandma again! That was definitely at the top of the list...

Right along with my youngest son marrying the most beautiful girl ever this past summer.

Meeting up with my two best friends from elementary school, that I had not seen in 18 years, was yet another blessing.  

I am always grateful for my trips to Africa. In 2013, I made two amazing journeys. One with my husband and our son and his wife. We had soooo much fun with the children at Karim as well as an amazing safari. A memorable journey for sure!
 

My second trip to Africa was not just to Tanzania but to South Africa as well. Six years ago, in 2007, I was given a 'Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls' Christmas Ornament by my children. It was one of the things that motivated me to go to Africa and make a difference. I always knew in my heart, that someday I would visit this school. It was a dream, that I made a reality. This past fall, I was invited, by Ms Winfrey herself, to OWLAG graduation. 

So, I know most of you are all making New Years Resolutions at this time and probably, they all have a physical or financial bend. I am one of them, with a vision, not a resolution, of being more physically fit and healthy. But, I am a Health Coach, so I think I should look the part! Yes, we should all be more healthy, that's not a bad thing. But my advise to you..... what ever made you smile and laugh and what ever made you happy in 2013.... do more of it in 2014!! I sure plan to! 

I plan to smile bigger, laugh harder, spend more time with my children, grandchildren and my friends. I am not going to underestimate, any longer, the fact that I am truly changing lives in Africa and will continue to inspire more people!

Always remember, when you do good, good will ALWAYS come back in your life. That is something I live by. Dream big! Anything is possible, if you just have the courage and believe in yourself!

I would like to thank all of you, who have supported me this past year, even if it's just read my blog! It means the world to me. I have the best family and friend support, anyone could ask for.  2013 ~ was an awesome year and I can't wait to see what 2014 has waiting for me!

Happy New Year, to all my family and friends, and to the friends I have not yet met! I wish you all, much Health and Happiness and a whole lot of Love and Laughter!

Mama Linda