2009

The New Year started quietly but had already promised greatness. A new baby entered the family, a tad early, on 12/22. We saw a Christmas week filled with snow but then a slight break so I could go down to Denver to see the new arrival. She's beyond all expectation. She has an inquisitive, quiet approach to her new life that I think signals her will to take everything into consideration before she reacts. I know she's destined for great things. Her older brother Tyler has taken her arrival in stride. He goes about his regular business but includes her whenever he can. He was quick to take me to her to meet her and is equally quick to let mom know when she is needed "cribside." He seems unaffected by her arrival - probably because mom continues to tend to him as attentively as ever. What a gift. I wish you all a Happy New Year that will meet all your expectations.