Writer’s Workshop: A Recap of 2013( What I am Thankful For)
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2013 is almost over and in slightly more then a month’s time we will be welcoming in 2014.
This year I have a lot to be thankful about. It has been a rather good year with the kids staying in the pink of health most of the time. It has been quite challenging year for me as the boys were in different sessions in school. One was in the morning session while the other was in the afternoon and R was off flying around the world on business almost every other month.
It has been a really hectic time for me but I have been really enjoying it. I got the chance to spend my time with my love ones, go on holidays to Jeju island , South Korea, Desaru, Malaysia and pursue all my passions while taking care of the family.
There are many many blessings which I have received from GOD and I don’t think that I will be able to list down all here in this post. Nevertheless here is a list of the the most significant happenings for me this 2013.
1. I have managed to double the blog earnings this year as compared to 2012. I’m grateful for all the campaigns which I have been on this year and it has been fun reviewing products such as the Philips Avance XL Airfryer, Philips Jamie Oliver Blender , Philips Jamie Oliver Food Processor, Philips Perfect Care Steam Genrated Iron, 3M Lamp, Nivea UV Whitening Serum among other items.
2. I purchase new lenses for my DSLR and my kit lens is now replaced by a Sigma 18-250mm and a Tamron Macro 90. This has certainly made it easier for me to take more stunning shots.
3. R and I have managed to go on date nights without the kids more regularly when he is in town. This has certainly help to strengthen our marriage as we both try to spend more time with each other despite our heavy commitments.
4. The kids and I also managed to watch a few movies together. We watched 5 movies together at the theater so far together and will be watching 1 or 2 more this holiday season. They have also been on play dates and have the chance to try out many different activities both indoors and outdoors and have not been fairing too badly in school. They have been able to maintain their grades while at the same time having time to play.
5. I’ve been able to do more reading and have a clearer idea about my walk with GOD and where I will be heading with him during my journey on earth.
What are you thankful for?
November 21, 2013 @ 4:03 pm
It looks like 2013 has been a really great year for you, Ms. Dominique! God bless you and your family more!
November 21, 2013 @ 7:05 pm
what a wonderful way to end the year by being Thankful.
I try to have a glass that is half full not half empty , at times this has been a challenge this year .
I guess myy most thankful thing is my family in it entirity
November 21, 2013 @ 7:09 pm
It sounds like you have had a wonderful and productive year! I cannot believe 2013 is almost gone.
November 21, 2013 @ 7:44 pm
That’s wonderful news that you’ve doubled your earnings through your blog. I am amazed how some bloggers can accomplish monetary satisfaction. Part of me wishes I could do this, but am afraid it will take way my pleasure of doing what I love. I have had a little success, but nothing to get very excited over.
This year is rapidly disappearing on us, indeed. I have much to be thankful for, as well. This year has been a rough one for me. I wish quite sick most of the first part of the year, which resulted in surgery. I am now much better and am filled with gratitude to live in a day where medical technology is outstanding. The Christmas season is upon us and I, for one, am very excited. 🙂
Have a good week & come by to visit me at my new blog home at Amazing Grace by Curious as a Cathy
November 21, 2013 @ 8:04 pm
sounds like a wonderful and exciting year
November 21, 2013 @ 8:44 pm
Wow, sounds like an amazing year! How cool you’ve been able to double your earnings. What a blessing. Like you, I got to go to a few movies with my boys this year! I’d love a new lens for my DSLR! My reading has completely dropped off the face of the planet! Would love to find time to read again! Happy end of the year!
My Thankful post is the Thankful Leaf. =)
November 21, 2013 @ 10:03 pm
It’s always good to remind ourselves of all that we have to be thankful for. Looks like you’ve found lots of things!
November 21, 2013 @ 11:31 pm
Creative photo and you are blessed ~ thanks, carol, xxx
November 22, 2013 @ 3:45 am
There is so much to be thankful for! I would love a macro lens someday, it’s at the top of my wish list!
November 22, 2013 @ 8:05 am
Wow that’s a lot of achievement for 2013. Anyway, I am thankful for our good health and financial blessings. Though our country just suffered a huge devastation, still I know most of us here are thankful because the whole world is helping us to stand again. The year 2013 might not be good year for our country but nevertheless, this year just teach us a very good lesson in life. That is to not lose hope, love one another, give help and above all, to have a strong faith in God.
November 22, 2013 @ 11:43 am
Sounds like you’ve had a great year! It would be hard to list every thing we could thank God for, right?
November 23, 2013 @ 1:40 pm
Wow sis! I envy your Tamron Macro 90. I really want one, sadly I don’t have budget 🙁
November 26, 2013 @ 8:16 pm
What an amazing year for you!
I love how you’re counting your blessings here.
I admire how you truly ilve your life large.
You are a wonder.
Have a wonderful season of Thanks.
And thank YOU for linking!
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