A New Beginning

I have decided to start blogging. I gave a half-hearted attempt almost 2 years ago, but it didn't take. My only reason for doing this is that I NEED TO KEEP A RECORD OF OUR FAMILY. In my attempts to create a safe haven (thus, the blog title HILLARY'S HAVEN) for my family, there are many events, experiences, and feelings that need to be recorded in my efforts to create this haven. I used to be a faithful journal writer that kept copious details of my life. Over the years (and with each additional child) my journal writing has gradually diminished and has now vanished. I am hoping that a blog will change that, as it is much easier for me to sit down to the computer than it is to sit down with my journal and pen in hand.

I have also started a new hobby of decorating with "re-finished" treasures that I find at yard sales, thrift shops, dollar stores, Craigslist, etc. etc. that I can transform and make beautiful. It has been so much for me to discover this new hobby!! I seriously love it, and it gives me something to think about other than my failed potty training attempts (more on that later) and my endless loads of laundry.