After returning from my sister's wedding in Iowa, we decided ot have a pretty low key New Year, so we stayed around the neighborhood and just enjoyed some time off from work. Andrew took a couple weeks off - which is always nice for me to have him at home. The holiday break is a much needed time of year as we prepare for the hectic mayhem of our work lives that usually picks up after the first of the year. But, we have a lot ot be grateful for: health and wellness of our families, new marriages (both my brother and sister), my new job at Microsoft, opportunities to travel, and the great partnership Andrew and I share. The New Year is always a special time to ponder these things. Happy New Year!
