2006
It's one of those years where I was kind of on auto-pilot. I spent a lot of time working and didn't travel as much as I would have liked. Two of my very good friends left the Bay Area in search of greener pastures: Trish went to sunny San Diego and Shawn and his partner went further South to Atlanta. It just kind of happened, quite suddenly.
Trish, I still miss our daily milkshakes. I never get tired of seeing you everyday because you made me smile.
There are some significant events which I would like to remember as time goes by. And I would like to share them with you:
New Addition to the Family: Teddy
He is the most affectionate cat. He came to us a sickly kitten. Now he is such a joy, a purrfect companion for us and for Calvin, our other gentle kitty. Teddy, you are a blessing.
New Job
I left Knight Ridder in April. It ceased to exist soon after. It was sad for a great newspaper publishing company. Now I am in a high growth hi-tech company and love it. The environment is fast pace and non-routine and it is nice to be amongst so many talented and intelligent people.
Funny Girl came to Town
On November 13th, the legendary Barbra Streisand came to town. Thanks to Bob who sent me a link to the pre-public ticket sales, I wasted little time buying tickets. It was a dream come true. She was relaxed and appeared to enjoy herself. Her voice was divine. The lady who sat beside me was all verklempt and sobbed throughout the concert.
Barney
You are my rock. You took care of the yard, the roses and the plants. You cooked the most scrumptious meals for us everyday and you took care of me. Thanks for the breath-taking sights in Washington. Those migrating salmons are unreal! There are countless memories that I will cherish for a very long time. Thanks for sharing the year with me.
Victory
Extreme right wing agenda loses steam; corruption and incompetance exposed. Americans have spoken and let's hope the party of intolerance spends some time reflecting on its divisive policies that are so destructive to world peace and the environment.
2007
Now what?
We have decided to move on. I hope we can be friends forever because I care and I worry for you all the time. We still have each other.
Cheers to body, mind and spirit. And to 2007, I quote the Funny Girl:
ON A CLEAR DAY, I CAN SEE FOREVER
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