Emily Turns 8 (How is that possible?)

I know I posted a mere three times this year.  My friend Diane managed to complete her tour with 45 posts her last few months despite an eight month and 3 year old under foot and 50 plus hour work weeks.  I might be able to beat her if I replace my nightly wine with a few shots of espresso.  We will see.

So backing up a few months,  my baby turned 8 in January.  Eight years ago I wondered it I would ever sleep through the night again (yes), if I would ever fit back into my jeans (um, no), or if life would ever feel normal.  

Now, I wonder how did I win the lottery.