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Hello/goodbye to the -FASTEST- year of our lives!
I'm finding it really difficult to wrap my mind around the fact that another Christmas season is here. Hours and days and even months have literally flown by in the blink of an eye, and the past year feels like a blur. Organized chaos <--- a [newly acquired] Fleming family specialty!
In May, we sold our home and took up residence in Brian's brother's duplex. Admittedly, I was a [tiny] bit sad the last time we stepped foot inside that little place, as we spent our newlywed years under that roof and also brought our two sweet babies home to thrive inside those walls. Our first humble abode saw countless laughs and a whole lot of love! But all good things must come to an end, and so! So long, Bayfield Drive...
...and hi-ya Cabernet Lane!!! It's fairly surreal to say after 16 very long months of building, but we are finally moving in one box at a time and should be officially living there soon! Being married to the general contractor -- who also has a fairly demanding 9-5 job, by the way -- was not for the faint of heart! Hop over to our blog to read all you ever wanted to know [and more more more] about the construction process and see photos of alllll of Brian's terrific work!
Aside from a full year of house excitement, several more big changes came in August as I cut back my work hours, Harper started Pre-K [three days/week], and Scarlett started a new daycare [one day/week]. The transition to "all things new" was almost seamless, as Harper is loving her new school and Scarlett and I are loving the first 1:1 time we've ever had. Cheers to great changes for all!
In September, we took a break from the busyness and spent a week in Destin with the Fleming family. Brian's sister rented a luxurious house on the beach for all of 23 of us, and we had a total blast! Then again, how could sand + waves + family ever disappoint? :) We are looking forward to heading back to Florida next week with our oldest princess for her first trip to Disney World!
Long-windedness is my strong suit, but in a valiant effort to wrap this up: I just want to thank you, sweet friends and family, for loving us through the storm! Despite Brian’s long work hours and my wavering sanity this year, we have been constantly supported by all of you. This means a lot! I've realized more than ever that it truly "takes a village," and we are grateful for ours. We most certainly count your love and friendships among our greatest blessings!
May the spirit of Christmas fill your homes and hearts with joy!
All our love,
Brian, Bridget, Harper and Scarlett
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