Do you ever wonder what people say about you- I wonder more about the bad things people say about me than the good. Chad and I were talking the other day and thinking how hard it would be to hear those things, but at the same time good- in order to change and grow. Don't get me wrong, the good things would be great too- but it is rare that you hear the negative things. I know I am blind to some of my faults- we all are. I just don't want to have glaring character flaws and not know. It would probably be very frustrating to hear things people say too, because I know that I talk and make judgments sometimes without knowing the entire story. I am sure people do the same to me. I don't want to be that way- it is a constant effort to remember that I never know everything about another person. Chad and I are really honest with each other, and do call each other at times on not so flattering behavior or attitudes-so that is good. Sometimes I just wish relationships with everyone else were easier. I am sure I complicate things more than most. I just over think. Anyhoo - just something that I have been thinking about. On a lighter note-- We had a really fun weekend at Chad's family reunion. We stayed busy and had a good time with relatives that we rarely see. Ella met lots of family and did great while we were there. Everynight since we've been back Chad says, " What are we doing tonight that is fun!" He had a REALLY good time and has rediscovered the need for and value of recreation! Ella is still re-programming back to her regular schedule- nothing major, just weird sleep habits. She is standing alone a lot now- I am just waiting for a step! She fell today and cut her lip; her first blood injury. She recovered quickly and her fat lip should be back to normal in the morning. She will be 1 in four days! FOUR DAYS!! What a great year. One of my best yet.