New Years Day

A lot has happened this holiday season. It has been mostly bad, although I guess it's all in the way you look at it. My Grandmother passed away. It was a difficult thing to handle, and the season made it even tougher. She was a good lady, and I have a lot of great memories of her. She was a big influence in my life. And many others lives also. I have fond memories of spending the summer with her in Minnesota. My brother and I spent about 4 consecutive summers up there. I learned how fun travel can be from my grandma. We often took trips across the upper-Midwest. I inherited a love of gardening that had been passed down to my mother, and to me. My Grandma was an avid gardener, especially while living in San Diego. I also learned to play poker while spending time with my Grandma. She was a fun person with a great sense of humor and she will be missed........ Christmas was understandably subdued this year, but it was fun none the less. The girls had a great time, just as expected. Santa brought them lots of goodies, to the point of excess. It's o.k. though, it is all for them. I am so glad for the time I have had to spend with them, as I have had sporadic days off throughout the season. Cathrine has even had the opportunity to spend the night at grandma and grandpa. Everyone is happy in that deal, especially Cat. Anna has also had fun with her extended family. The girls definitely were the highlight of the season.......I start back to school this Saturday. It seems like forever since I have been, having a three week break. I am looking forward to starting a new quarter. I just hope that work does not interfere with school. Work...work...no I won't even write about that. It's a new year. Hopefully work won't be such a problem this year. For now I will be optimistic........