Hey Kids,

I’ve heard a number of people say that they hope next year will be better than this year, implying that this year has been bad.

I’m not sure I agree.

I mean, I do hope next year is better. Why wouldn’t I? But thinking back to this past year, it wasn’t too bad.

Sure some bad things happened, like my recent hearing loss; but so did some good things, like we got married and took our first family vacation to Texas.

Getting married in the Chapel of Pines

When I reflect on the past year, I’m satisfied. It wasn’t the best year ever, no. But I’m pleased and satisfied with 2015

2016. Let’s see what you’ve got.

Day 311