Comments on: Waving Goodbye to 2009

By: Gina

Gina — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 07:31:45 +0000

I hit submit too soon, hehe. Even though 2009 was probably the hardest year I’ve lived through, it’s because of the losses and obstacles I’ve encounted that I found the strength to go for (and obtain) an awesome job, to realize that there’s no time like the present to become college educatated, and to understand that my ex-husband has NO power over me. It was a hard year to live through, but without it, I wouldn’t be bettering myself to the extent that I am in 2010. As horrible as it was, it was also an amazing learning experience. There was so much soul searching and personal reflection. I’ve doubted and questioned almost every aspect of my life, and I firmly believe that I’ve come out of the past year a much better person than I was going in.

By: Gina

Gina — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 07:23:44 +0000

Anita, thank you for your kind words. I’m also excited! I’m very excited for 2010, and the changes that I can see so far. I’ve been vague and/or impersonal in comments on your blog thus far, so I realize you know next to nothing about me, but to make a long story short… I’m going from technical homelessness to having a home. I’ll be going to college (for the first time ever), working towards a degree in a field that I am very passionate about. I’ve started going to church again, and although I don’t have an official church home, that is something that will soon be remedied (I hope). And, last but far from least, I will most likely have the financial means to hire a lawyer who can help me battle my ex husband, who currently has custody of my children. It will be an exciting year, even if only one of the above comes true. It’s looking like they’re all going to happen, though

By: Paperskater-CDB

Paperskater-CDB — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 20:30:37 +0000

2009 surprised me in so many ways, the biggest was certainly finding the courage & grace to finally shed 34 years of shame, fear & denial that had simply left a shell of the gifted, beautiful person I caught glimpses of and deep down knew I was, but she remained hidden, terrified even. SisterFriends and Anita, you’ve been key in helping me find much needed courage to begin to open the door of my closet. All of your love & encouragement strengthens me each and every day to keep walking forward into the fullness I know God has. In just a few short months, gifts within me that had been dormant are being renewed and restored. It’s exciting and exhilarating to come out of the shadows into the Light. Indeed 2010 will pose many ups and downs, but now travelling the road to wholeness in Jesus Christ stirs great excitement in me.

By: anita

anita — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 14:37:28 +0000

Gina–> Sigh. Oh, I’m sorry for all the loss. Few things are more painful than losing who and what is familiar to us and loved by us….yet there can be something beautiful even through the pain of loss in moving as we move into something new for our lives. I for one am eager to hear what this year holds for you Gina.

By: anita

anita — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 14:32:51 +0000

Steph –> I thought it might be you but then again thought maybe you two are so close you’ve just merged into one

By: Gina

Gina — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 05:33:28 +0000

2009 was a bittersweet year for me. I’m glad to see it go, as it was the year that I lost everything… twice. At the same time, it was the year that set into motion the new and exciting adventures that await me in 2010. I’m stronger for having lived through the past year, and the benefits of my newfound strength will be immensely rewarding

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 05:20:50 +0000

Ok, so I’m not sure how Michelle’s name got there, but it was me Stephanie who said that. Funny.

By: anita

anita — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 04:31:06 +0000

Michelle–>It has indeed been a stellar year for you and I’m so happy for you!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 03:25:23 +0000

I married the love of my life this year, legally and I love that. With all my heart, I love that.

I’ve met some pretty amazing people throughout this year, creating wonderful friendships with people I just adore.

Thank you Anita for sharing your love, your life and your heart with us.

Happy New Year.

By: Wendy

Wendy — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 17:26:12 +0000

You have been through so many and varied challenges and losses this year! Though I have never met you, I feel in some way I have shared some of these with you through prayer. My father-in-law is near the end of his fight with ALS. His loved ones will miss him so much. As I know you miss your Mom.
Thank you for sharing your love and wisdom and life and encouragement with all of us. I believe my life is richer because of our connection through the Spirit.
Blessings and peace this new year…