I never could have imagined what an exciting and growing year 2007 would be.  From a new career for me, to a company closure for my H.  From one child being accepted into a gifted program, to the other excelling in piano.  From being sued for $575K to H being rear ended twice on the freeway, and having to testify at a criminal trial against a habitual drunk.  From securing $22,000 in grant funding for the local school to losing my favourite garden shears.  From having a furnace kack off in March, to quitting my job in November.  From family holidays camping, hiking and skiing, to a work trip to California for me, and 27 work trips for H.  From making a new good friend (that’s you Richard) to getting to know old ones better.

Wow.  Did I mention someone hitting the garage?…..

It’s been rich, and wonderful.  I’d be lying if I said that I wouldn’t trade any of it, but I know I am stronger and better for all of it.  We’ve had our health and humour to carry us through.  As a family we’ve become closer than ever, and the kids are still thrilled to hang out with us.

I hope that you’ve all had a good year, and that you’ve managed to tackle your challenges wearing your rose coloured glasses. 

Happy New Year Friends.