At the start of a new year, thoughts always turn to the past year and then to what's to come. I want to start this new year with some thoughts about family. I have been so blessed with love--parents who gave their all to raise a family through sometimes difficult times, brother John who is my wonderful Bruder Bear (and has blessed me with my only "sister" and two nieces and a nephew), my Sweetie Dan, and my incredible children, Matt and Ann and their families: daughter-in-law Amy, grandson Ryan, and son-in-law Eric and grandsons Cameron and Keaton. I don't think any of us takes the love we have for one another for granted, and we seldom miss a chance to tell one another, "I love you!" And I think that's one of our secrets. Spending time with my loved ones is my number one joy. I can tend towards hermitness (is that a word?), but when it comes to family, come one, come all! My house is your house. One of the reasons we bought this house after our children were grown is so that we have space for everyone to come home, and come they do. Thanks, gang!
So in this new year, I hope each of you have many opportunities to spend with those you love. Order a pizza, grill some burgers, or whip up a box of good ol' Kraft Macaroni and Cheese (a favorite of the shorter people in our family) and kick back and enjoy. Giggle over old memories, remember those who have gone on, and give hugs to those who are there. And tell them you love them. Don't miss a chance.
Two of my favorite people--son Matt and grandson, Ryan, whipping around the backyard on the 4-wheeler this fall.
Bye guys, see you soon. I love you!
Well spoken Chris! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteYou are indeed blessed to have a close-knit family and to be able to share your home. These days many of us "retirees" find the family so far flung that frequent visits just aren't possible. The time together is treasured whenever and wherever we find it. Good post, Chris.
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