Like many, I enjoy some blog downtime over the holidays to be fully present with my family; but I couldn't resist a good old fashioned blog carnival, hosted by my friend Jo-Lynne at Musings of a Housewife. She's asked us to take a look over the past year and post the first line from our first post each month, with or without commentary. In most cases I let the first line stand alone; but in a few instances I couldn't help sharing a thought–two of my favorite ALL-TIME posts were written during 2010!
Enjoy this posts of firsts, and if you're so inclined, I linked the original (red font in parentesis) so you can see the rest of the story (italicized).
January ~ {There's so much more to a new year than "happy"} "Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God." ~ Corrie Ten Boom
February ~ {Psycho deranged elephant doll} Thumbing through the coupon section in Sunday's paper sometimes leaves me shaking my head in disbelief; particularly when it's less about saving money and more about spending money on something no one actually needs.
March ~ {Flustrated 'splanations} You know how you can talk about your brother, but Nellie-bar-the-door if anyone else does 'cause you're gonna have to put a hurtin' on 'em?
April ~ {Love doesn't die. People do.} It is the best of times and worst of times that reveal the most of who we are.
May ~ {Warning: Using this can…grow new body parts?!} My daughter, 17, suffers the occasional unsightly blemish. (Note: The last two lines are what you wanna read…!)
June ~ {*happy feet} The only completely wordless post I've ever posted.
July ~ {I just wanna dance the ballet…!} So, if you happen to be a Facebook friend or follow me on Twitter, you know I'm in Chi-town right now.
August ~ {The generous, very kind gift} "Mom, there's a rainbow in our front yard!" (One of the most significant events in my life, not just in 2010, but EVER…!)
September ~ {Amazing and mystifying} Let's blame it on my youngest son: now I'm compelled to watch a reality show I had no interest in until the little squirt asked, "Mom? Wanna watch 'America's Got Talent' with me?"
October ~ {A timely obsession} Before it should have mattered, my youngest noticed Time.
November ~ {The first Last} "Grown don't mean nothing to a mother…." (Note: Another of my all-time favorite posts, and if you have teenagers, a strongly recommended read.)
December ~ {Playing with fire} "To be caught in secret sin is a horrible thing…."
Loved your recap!
Hope you enjoy a wonderful 2011. Happy New Year!
-FringeGirl
Thank you! But mostly, thanks for your visit and comment here :).
Great recap. I loved the rainbow story, it is exactly how I am feeling today. Happy New Year!