A meme is essentially a survey/Q&A type of thing. I did a lot of them when I was pregnant and bored, but I haven’t done one in a very long time now. So, I will do the same one I did last year at this time.
What did you do in 2007 that you’d never done before?
A lot of things. This whole year is just one big new experience for me. The short list would be…living in a hospital, giving birth, breastfeeding, healing from major surgery, having a dog hair removed from my foot, feeding babies, changing diapers, bathing babies, being a mom, etc.
Did you keep your New Year’s resolutions, and will you make more for next year?
I would say I kept about half of them, and I plan to make more for 2008. I tend to do better when I actually have a written list of goals.
Did anyone close to you give birth?
Yeah, me! Also, several of my high school friends…Chalna and Mandi immediately come to mind.
Did anyone close to you die?
Yes, my grandfather Papa.
What countries did you visit?
This was not the year for world travel. We stayed in the state and made little trips to Houston, Dallas and San Antonio.
What would you like to have in 2008 that you lacked in 2007?
New bedroom furniture, a bigger car, a vacation with Mark, getting a full night’s sleep every night, and some time to exercise.
What dates from 2007 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?
Feb. 12…my babies are born; Mar. 15…my babies come home from the hospital; May 16…closed on our new house; Jun. 26…worst day of our lives; Oct. 16…Papa dies
What was your biggest achievement of the year?
Motherhood! I think I handled it very well especially if you consider my total lack of baby experience and the hell we went through this summer.
Did you suffer illness or injury?
Hmm…pre-eclampsia (pregnancy induced high blood pressure), C-section recovery, a few colds, an ear infection, and strained back muscle in August.
What was the best thing you bought?
Our new house, my Nikon D80 camera and our Jeep double stroller. I use it everyday and love it. It’s light-weight and fits in the trunk of the car.
Whose behavior merited celebration?
My mom. She did so much to help us this year.
Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed?
I could get in trouble if I answered this honestly. So, I will simply pass on this one.
What did you get really, really, really excited about?
When my C-section was scheduled, when the twins came home from the NICU, and buying our house.
What song will always remind you of 2007?
I suppose “Soulja Boy Tellem” because it seemed to be on every time I turned on the radio and every one and their dog was doing the dance.
Compared to this time last year, are you: a) happier or sadder, b) thinner or fatter, and c) richer or poorer?
a) Probably the same as last year at this time. I was so excited being pregnant, and I am just as happy now. b) technically thinner, but that’s only because I am not carrying the twins. I am fatter than I usually am though. c) Not sure. We are a one-income family now, but things are fine.
What do you wish you’d done more of?
Had more time with Mark.
What do you wish you’d done less of?
Hmm, the first thing that came to mind was bottle washing. For whatever reason, I find that the most tedious thing I do every day. I am so ready for cow’s milk and sippy cups.
How did you spend Christmas?
With my family. It was wonderful. The best Christmas I can remember.
Did you fall in love in 2007?
Yes, with our twins.
What was your favorite TV program?
I don’t watch much TV anymore. It seems like the only TV I do see are Higglytown Heroes and Elmo in the morning with the twins, and the local news.
What was the best book you read?
The only book I read this year (due to time) is Jennifer Weiner’s The Guy Not Taken. It was a series of short stories. I’ve always been a fan of Weiner’s work.
What was your greatest musical discovery this year?
Thanks to Baby Einstein, I re-discovered Mozart, Bach and Beethoven. 🙂
What did you want and get?
Healthy, perfect babies.
What did you want and not get?
A bigger car, and the opportunity to return to work.
What was your favorite film of the year?
We didn’t see any movies in the theater this year, and we didn’t see too many DVDs either. The ones I do remember seeing were Sickos (Michael Moore), Borat, Knocked-Up, and Super Bad.
What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?
My mom, Aunt Cindy and Uncle Gil baby-sat the twins — who had only been home for 2 weeks — while Mark and I had dinner at Truluck’s. We were planning on seeing some stand-up comedy, but opted to sleep instead. I turned 30 this year. Oh, and the twins (with some help from their Granny) had a birthday cake waiting for me when we got home.
What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?
I wish Mark and I would have scheduled a date night once a month. We could never find a sitter and we didn’t want to leave the twins, but every marriage needs some adult time.
How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2007?
Ha…whatever was clean and fit. I’m afraid my days of wearing high heels and pretty jewelry are over for a few years.
What kept you sane?
Tuesdays and Thursday when the twins go over to Miss Jennifer’s for the day. I need that time to clean house, do laundry, go shopping and just have some time alone.
What political issue stirred you the most this year?
The usual stuff…the Iraq War, finding out that Iran stopped it’s nuke program 5 years ago (more lies), etc.
Who did you miss?
My dad, my Granny, and my Papa.
Who was the best new person you met?
Kate and Carson, of course! It has been such a joy discovering their personalities. I’ve also enjoyed some of my blog buddies (none of whom I have actually met in person!). I can’t begin to tell you how much I needed the words of encouragement and advice during the early weeks.
What valuable lesson have you learned in 2007?
Always, always, always trust your gut instinct…and…There is nothing I can’t handle.
Quote a song lyric that sums up your year:
“I’m a little teapot short and stout. Here is my handle, here is my spout. When I get all steamed up, I will shout. Just tip me over and pour me out.” — For those of you who have been round me or the twins this year, well, you know how much the babies love that nursery rhyme and how often I had to sing it.
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