2020 was a crazy year, but for me it wasn't so bad. I got a lot of time off with my little family and puppy and became a mom. I always said I would never have a dog or a baby. I loved my simple come-and-go life, taking naps when I wanted, always having a clean and organized house and not having to worry about anyone but myself. Look at me now….I don't feel complete unless my whole family is piled on top of me!
Our year started out trying to finish putting in a pool. We had discussed either a pool or a baby and decided if we didn't get a pool first, we never would. It was the perfect year to have one and we spent every chance we could out in the sun!
In February, we found out I was pregnant. I was so scared and excited, but felt we weren't ready. I guess you're never really ready!
In March, covid shut down my salon and I was out of work for 2 months. I spent my time just hanging out with my pup Millie Jeter and learning about pregnancy. It was stressful and relaxing at the same time. We were able to reopen in May, but with so many regulations it was hard to get caught up. We spent the summer decorating the nursery, getting mom/dad cars, upgrading to a king size bed and trying to spend family time together.
In September, my parents, my husband and I got covid. I was out of work 2 more weeks. It was scary because I was pregnant and there wasn't a lot of evidence on how it could affect your baby. We all pulled through with mild symptoms, even though I still can't taste or smell (almost 4 months later). In October, we welcomed our sweet baby girl 5 days early. We didn't decide on her name until she was born, but Vivienne (alive/lively) Azalea (flower) fit her perfectly. She's our little wildflower.
It's certainly been a crazy year. I've missed getting together with family and friends, squeezing my 91 year old pappaw’s shoulders and going on trips. I'm a hugger and 2020 wasn’t the year for that, so I've given all the hugs to my sweet little fam. If nothing else, we got more time together, time to reflect on the good things in life, learned not to take the little things for granted and brought our baby girl into the world. Cheers to 2021 and bringing back the hugs!
