I was at a great dinner in a crowded warm Italian restaurant the other night with some friends and some acquaintances. We got on the topic of the new year, and everyone chimed in that 2008 sucked. Made me sad to think you could be that disheartened by an entire year. I know the state of the world is less than ideal right now as we close out, but I know for me being fulfilled personally gets me through hard times. I opened up my pics on my desktop to inspire something to write because I didn't really know what to address today... And just started pulling pictures chronologically. So here is a random smattering of things that made me happy this year. And there are plenty of holes, and this only takes us through August. I would have kept going but it is taking too much time. Time with family, a new puppy, and friends new and old--traveling, watching DM grow, dinner parties and dancing seem to be where you'll find me smiling most. I'm thankful for the places I saw the friendships I discovered or strengthened, and my family and the pup always. Looking forward to more of it in 09. And looks like my snow wish is coming true! Enjoy all of your white Christmas parties this weekend!
