Dalpiaz Ryan Family news and notes

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Reach a bit in 2011

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Now that 2010 is well behind us, I can breathe a little sigh of relief that it's over. We knew it was going to be a very big year for us--and it was! A wonderful year full of tributes, joy and nervous expectation. My emotional well being was battered about like a tennis ball going back and forth across the net. It was great and I hope you all have a chance to experience such a series of wonderful events. But be ready for some bruises on your emotions.

So for 2011 I'm hoping to open my arms wide and gather up friends, family and experiences close to my heart. We've got a pretty good start on things welcoming Kathy and Mickey to the household. Open your arms--open your heart. Happy 2011 from me to you!

Thursday, December 30, 2010

In no particular order, the best things about 2010 for me personally:
1. Graduation for Amy and for Ryan
2. Ryan's Cortland experience
3. Amy's job!
4. Jim's retirement especially for its expressions of gratitude from students and community
5. Having Kathy here (and Mickey of course)
6. Welcoming Tessa and John
7. Great Boston/Gloucester trip this fall
8. New "cousins" and ancestors
9. Friendships just blooming and others growing
10. Dec 31 2010

In no particular order, what I'm looking forward to or hoping for in 2011:
1. Turning 55
2. Paying off house mortgage
3. Amanda and Heather's wedding
4. Tim and Pam's wedding
5. New beginning for Kathy (and Mickey of course)
6. Taking great pictures
7. New tulips in the spring
8. New "cousins" and ancestors (especially new Warde cousins!)
9. an iPad
10. a comfortable new daily routine at home
11. Jan 1 2011 in a hot tub (?!?)