Christmas Letter

Years ago, I stopped writing those multi-copied Christmas letters you receive inside a Christmas card.  Instead, I decided that I would write a personal note in each one.  It seemed presumptuous to me to assume that anyone would want to read a two page epistle about our lives.

I'm not going to do one this year either,  but if I were, I know just what it would say.  It would go something like this.

With our large extended family, we enjoy many family events and celebrations.  Bar Mitzvahs,  grandchildren's plays and volleyball games.  Birthdays, anniversaries, family meals and visits.  Next year will bring the first great-grandchildren into our lives  (Gerry's).

Gerry and I enjoy playing tennis as many days as possible during the season.  During the winter, he skis and I domesticate.  (read, sew, cook, clean, write, shop, lunch, etc.)

In the New Year, we are looking forward to celebrating our thirtieth wedding anniversary.  This is our "big one", in lieu a fiftieth.  We had celebrations at our tenth and twenty fifth. This is our equivalent golden anniversary celebration because we doubt we'll make it that far.  We're going to plan a dinner with a slide show and entertainment for our family and friends---really something to look forward to.

We are very blessed to enjoy good health, which makes everything else possible.  Every day of life is a gift to be cherished.  While we may not travel a great deal and lead exciting lives by other peoples' measures,  I am confident that we do live full lives, overflowing with a maximum of love and joy.

Tis the season.