Life as it goes...The next chapter begins...

So I have been reading back to the start of this blog. I see so much sadness in my heart. It makes me sad to read it. I have so many wonderful things in my life. Below is a list of things I am thankful for and even some things I miss in no particular order. 1. My niece Chloe. She is such a funny silly girl. I miss the trips we took and I know that life would not be the same without her. I miss her stopping by and just being weird. I really never knew you could love a child that was not your own, but you can and I do. I adore this girl. 2. I am so thankful for the spouses my children have. You worry as a mom that your kids will have people in their lives that cherish them. I am so glad that Scott has Jen and Taylor has Josh. And in a little glimpse into the future, Cassidy has Blake. I feel like my kids have found people deserving of them. 3. I often go to call one or both of my parents. I try to remember that I am lucky to have the life with them that I had and not feel sad they