December 19, 2005

  • Christmas Letter

    Today I was reflecting on the fact that it is the holiday season.  For the first time in my life I will be part of a duo (wife & I) that will be sending out a Christmas letter and a picture of the two of us.  I have to be honest and say, to me, if we send this letter & picture & card out, great, but if not, I won't lose sleep over it.  But, in being a supportive husband, I will be more excited about it because it is important to my wife.  With that said - what do I have to reflect on this past year?

    I started blogging for real.  This has been a really cool thing and connected me to many people who I normally would not be connected to. 

    I have a great wife, condo, city, and job.  I am really blessed to have as much opportunity to refine & advance my life and career. 


    I have a wonderful family - they are just the best.     

    I have great friends - you all know who you are and I could not do it without you. 


    My Dad died this past year and I think that is something I will process through for a long time.  It is a really sad thing because he died, alone, and he never could kick his problem with alcohol.  We are still trying to settle his estate, and I think there may be some more closure when that is done.  But for now, it will be a different year in 2006 because he is gone. 

    My sister had a new baby, Alison Rose - and that is a great joy for our family.  Alison was born the same year my Dad died, kind of symbolic and God's way of telling me he is always in control.  Thanks God!

    Last year at this time I was debating future careers, plans, etc.  A year later I still think about these things but really don't sweat them that much at all.  I just have to take care of what I have been given today and not stress over where I will be in 10 years - I think it will be a fun place. 

    Speaking of taking care of things - I will go and do that.  You should probably do the same.  JVD

Comments (2)

  • Ugh. Settling an estate was one of the ugliest things about the death of my grandmother. I will pray that it goes smoothly for you. You don't want it to taint your memories of him...

  • It's great to see how we've both grown this year.  And you're right we could never do it on our own.  So today I am thanking God for our friendship. 

    Oh, and nice use of the Pumpkins song on the previous post.  I think for my next blog entry I will title it... Shakedown 1979, cool kids never had the time

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