It starts with one step...

Well, I've taken the plunge and started my own blog. Now I just have to figure out who to share this with. I wanted to document the coming year's journey. I have big plans to start my career, run 2 more marathons, and build a home...not to mention the possibility of starting a family (I haven't quite got that decision made yet). Tomorrow begins my annual diet and training program...ugh. Why is it that every year starts with same deprivation?

2008 was a bittersweet year. I ran my first marathon, but battled nagging foot injuries. I graduated with my Masters, but gained 15 pounds. I did get to develop great friendships with a few fantastic and supportive people in Bay City (finally). It brought the birth of my adorable nephew Jeremiah, and the death of my wonderful cousin Carrie. 2008 was also the first full calendar year of my marriage. Due to all of the stressors in my life, it was a rough year. When people say marriage is a lot of work - they aren't lying. It probably doesn't help that both Stephen and I are as stubborn as you can get. Hopefully we'll make it through building the house without taking each other fishing...