It’s off to a good start too.  Even though we’re only 13 hours into 2009, I’d say it’s pretty good.  The coffee is tasty, the rolls were delicious, and the temperature is above 0!  After all of the auld lang syne I’m relaxing at home.  My wife is even home with me this year, so that makes it a little better than last.

Looking back at 2008 I can say it was a good year.  The trip out to PA (pictures) was one of the highlights of the year for me.  It was fun to meet Beth’s side of the family more.  PA is a good place to visit as well.

It was the first full year in our house, which was fun.  Getting the pool up and running was nice.  We’ve recently done some small projects around here to make it a little more homie.  While it takes a fair amount of money, owning a house is worth it!

We had a number of friends and family get married in 2008.  So we got to see a number of friends and to do a little bit of traveling in as well.  A fun mini-vacation added to the good memories of this year.

It was a year of new things as well.  From a new car to new phones, and a new nephew, with no new jobs (we left that to 2007).  As for Beth’s need for a new car we’ll get that squared away in 2009.

Of course the year in review wouldn’t be complete with out some mention of the elections.  Even though my guy for President didn’t win, I still got to see him.  My guy for State Rep. did win!  It will be interesting to see the next two years, which I’ve talked about before.

That sums up 2008 for me, at least everything I can remember.  I hope it was great for you.  Best wishes and blessings for your 2009!