mizarchivist

I don't think the travel meme is particularly riveting, but there was so much that happened last year, it might do me some good to review that.
... hm. I started doing this and I could tell it would be way too long to continue, so let's see if I can try again, but not so much-

Well, KID. That consumed most of my head and will for the rest of my life. While I'm contractually obligated to say this, I'm happy to say that he is genuinely a fascinating little creature and astounds me with his capacity to learn and grow. Would that I could wake up with a smile on my face as often has he does. I've also been exceptionally grateful to all of my friends and family for being so supportive. It's hugely gratifying to have spawned a spawn that is so very likable. 

We moved. After 9 years in one house, that was epic in and of itself. It's a sadness we'll have to move sooner than we like. It really is a much smaller house and I entirely regret not having a guest room or even a room dedicated for the babe. But of all the choices we had, it was the best of the lot and I'm looking forward to more bike rides when it gets warmer on my beloved bike path.

purple_terror took me to visit Tom and Carol in the Other Cambridge- my last big trip before Crime Fighter arrived. It was our first major trip just the two of us and I think we managed pretty well

I helped quiet_elegance acquire his very own vehicle- the first one he's ever had in his name. It's a good workhorse of a minivan and I'm glad we had the chance to get it. The old Subaru was not going to last through last winter for sure.

My work continues to appreciate me. We have a small army of people here whose primary task is about the archive. I may not be engrossed every second of every day, but I'm still glad to be here. I am also still involved with the regional archive group's board, although I think I'm actually entering my term's final year. I may choose to not run again after this. We'll see. 

Union- I can safely say that this has been the worst year re: hours worked/not worked for QE since he started with the union. He did finally limp across the finish line and is a Journeyman, which led to an almost immediate offer for him to start teaching and start acting as a steward on job sites. The long game remains for QE to become a full time instructor. It's the best possible move for him and for our family, but this few weeks here, few weeks there paycheck thing has been murder for us.

Art... well, I am doing some now. Knitting a baby took most of my energy recently. I have discovered that painting is the way to go for creative outlets. Clay is too fussy, time intensive, and has massive set up and clean up requirements. It does mean that since I've not produced anything there or in jewelry and unlikely to do so any time very soon, this upcoming Arisia will be the last event where I sell anything for a while.

My hope for this coming year: not drown. I want to not worry about money so much. And the events surrounding that (QE's employment) are 100% not in my control. Here's hoping, nonetheless.