Finally 2009

I don't like to wish my life away, though I have to admit that I am anxious for Jan. 20th of this year and have been for a long, long time. That is my daughter's birthday which is always a reason to celebrate. This year gives us another great reason.


For over 3 years I have had a key ring that has a countdown clock on it with the words "Bush's Last Day" emblazoned on it. The battery is failing and the numbers are getting hard to see, but the actualy day is quickly closing in. It isn't getting here fast enough for me, though I am beginning to believe we will make it.


There are many in our country that are concerned and unhappy about this change. I can sympathize with them, though I cannot agree or understand their concerns. It is hard for me to understand their worry of change after the policies of the past 8 years. It appears that everyone does not share all my opinions and values. At times, even as we agree on values, we disagree on how to best achieve the shared goal.

Whatever your opinion on this is, I wish you the very best in the coming years. I have a lot of hope.