Happy New Year!

Wondering what 2012 will be like . . .

2011 was a very tough year for me--so glad that it's done!  However, we ended it well by going for a 7-mile walk along a nice trail in Dallas yesterday.  The weather was almost like summer, and the trail was busy with lots of people taking advantage of a beautiful day!

Today was spent, first at church, then taking down the tree and the house lights, putting away all of the Christmas decorations, and getting the house back in order.  Finally, to celebrate a job well-done, and to start the new year off in a great way, I enjoyed sitting outside by the pool, soaking up the sunshine and mild temperature.

I'm now done with cardiac rehabilitation, and I'm feeling fine--back to normal.  I will continue my cardiac exercise routine at home with treadmill, eliptical trainer, and hand weights. 

Larry will begin a new job on Tuesday, still working for FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation), but in a different department.  Just like his original job with FDIC, this new job is also a 2-year contract job with the possibility of being extended for an additional two years.  So, it looks like we will stay put here for another couple of years or more.

I am still working (volunteering) at the assisted living facility, two days a week, and still loving it!  Every day I spend there is such a blessing to me, and I consider the residents my friends and family.  It is so enjoyable to be with them, and know that they are filling up my heart just as I believe I am filling up their hearts.

So, as we enter this new year, I wish for you the joy and peace that comes from knowing Jesus intimately and letting Him fill up your heart and life.  May His blessings overwhelm you and bless you abundantly throughout 2012!