A year of change, again

Happy one-year anniversary to me and my hubby.

It's been a year like no other. It's been a year that is the reason for me starting this blog, c/o both the thrilling and scary things this year has brought.

First, and foremost, is the thrilling. I knew this long ago, but Mike is definetly the man for me. Our first year of marriage has been as beautiful as any other point in our relationship, and I couldn't be happier. I look forward to every day building dreams with him and working as a team to chase them.

Secondly, it was the 'calm before the storm' emotionally for me in many ways. This time last year marked the decided end of my working career (yes, I know that down-the-line, post-transplant, this will re-emerge as an option). Until this point, I saw my short-term leave that began in February '08 as temporary. As well, this was the turn around for me and my illusions of Cystic Fibrosis. I had already been through a mental change following my monthlong winter hospital stay (my longest ever, and only 4th admission EVER), but September '08 began a string of CF deaths that hit close to home and shook my confidence in the future. I lost my first CF friend in November '08, who also happened to be my first close person to die in my life. Also EVER. I still have all my grandparents and all my friends and family that were there since I was born. Since then I've felt vulnerable, and sad, all the while soaking up my beautiful married life that contrasted so deeply with this.

I cherish my husband for his infinite patience and love. Happy anniversary hunny. To a new year of growth, together.

*the couch photo is my CF friends who shared our day with us*