L.O.V.E.

Well in the spirit of Valentine's Day I thought I would talk a little about the people I love.

Over the last year I had my eyes opened to who the important people in my life are. Before I had Lexi my life revolved around my work. I would spend as much time as possible at one of the many studio's I taught at either teaching my regular classes, doing private lessons, planning choreography, preparing costumes, and attending competitions and recitals. Although dance was a "part time job" it never felt like it.

Once Lexi came along that all changed very quickly. I would said immediately. While I was in the hospital I was getting emails, text messages, and facebook messages asking about the baby, and work. Work? Really? This baby hasn't even been here for 24 hours and I'm thinking about work? No way! I messaged my employer and said I was much to busy with a jaundice baby who wouldn't nurse, so I could no longer talk about it until I was ready.

From there some things happened I am not comfortable talking about, but I can tell you I am no longer teaching dance "part time"

When all of my world came crumbling down with things at the studio, and with the stress of a new baby I found out who I could really lean on.

My fiance - He is my rock. Without this man in my life I don't think I would have been able to get through this year. When Lexi wouldn't sleep thought the night and I was beyond exhausted he got up with her. When I would call him at work crying because Lexi wouldn't stop crying he would always know exactly what to day to calm me down. When I had to make the decision if I was going back to teach dance or not, he was there. He is my life. I am so happy I have this wonderful man. He is my best friend and I couldn't ask for anything else.

My sister - She has been her for me 100% of the time. When I needed someone to talk to she was there to listen. When I was in a place so dark I didn't think I would be able to get out, she was there to make me smile. I have a hard time showing my feelings, but this year at the one studio I am still teaching at I choreographed a routine about us and everything we have gone through together.

My mom - Although we don't always get along, and we frequently butt heads, I will always need my mom. When I was on bed rest she was here every day making sure I ate and the house was tidy. (Dan worked 12-8 at the time) When we were in the hospital for 5 days after Lexi was born she was there every day. Sometimes all you need if for your mom to be there.

My friends - This was a tough one for me. I was very distant from a lot of my friends while I was working so much, but when push comes to shove my true friends were there for me. Meaghan, Laura, Kelly, Peggy, Shayna, Megan, Brooke, Kelly, Sarah, Natalie. You were always there to listen and as a shoulder to cry on. I couldn't ask for better friends and I am so thankful to have you in mine, and Lexi's lives.

So to sum it all up, I am so thankful for the great people in my life. I count my blessings every day, and I promise to myself, and all the wonderful people in my life, I will never take you for granted again.