This year we are both happier...not that we weren't happy last year....there was just a lot of changes and things happening last year. I remember last year us pouring out our souls to each other...sharing so many feelings and concerns. This year it seems that we are content where we are. We shared everyday life things. I especially loved hearing that Jodi doesn't feel like she needs to talk to her kids every day or week either...because that's how I am too. I'm so thankful for Jodi and her example to me. The girl accomplishes a ton and keeps on going. She's one of those Wonder Women. (I wonder how she does it all) I'm very thankful for our friendship and that we can share with each other and understand where the other is coming from. Jodi is a wonderful Blessing to Me!
It's fun to exchange gifts. Jodi had a chocolate theme for me this year. Everything was darling and most of it involved chocolate. I loved the cute mug that said You're My Favorite and the perfect little book with sayings all over it. I think I will have to write about things that make me laugh out loud or make me happy. All the gifts made me smile. ☺ I didn't have a theme this year but chocolate would have been appropriate for Jodi as well. I gave her an Angel of Happiness that said Free to sing, laugh, dance and create! Jodi is at a point in her life that she is free to do all those things if she wants. She kind of hit the empty nest stage since her last son went on his mission. Instead of being so sad I think it's important to focus on the good things that can now happen. (Jodi is constantly doing good so is adjusting to this new stage pretty good.) I also found a sign that said Cupcakes Make Me Happy and thought of Jodi. I did of course need to give her some Chocolate too so she also got a large Hershey bar. So fun!
