2013
I got to thinking about the NEW things that happened last year to make this New Year start off on with the right attitude.
New Dog
After almost 10 months of dogless life since losing Brindle in Nov 2012, we adopted Buddy from the Home at Last shelter in The Dalles. His shelter name was Bucket. That would not do, because he seemed to have had a history of being beaten and possibly kicked. We went nameless for a while, to get the feel of his spirit. Meanwhile, we'd say, come here buddy, let's go buddy, etc. At the vet for a first check up, he asked what the dog's name was. We looked at each other and said "Buddy". And he has been a good one. He looked like a cartoon dog, with a head too big for his estimated 2 yr old body. Weight at intake in Yakima was listed as 25 lb. We got him at 40 lb. He now weighs in at 60 lb, about right for this heeler-husky mix. His head fits his body now. And he is fitting in just fine.
New Graduate
Daughter Keara completed her MEd in Higher Education Administration at UT-Austin and graduated in May. We made the trip to Austin to participate in the graduation activities. It was worth the trip. All the graduations we've been to, we have NEVER been to one with fireworks. And I loved the tower lighting up in the colors of the schools that make up the university.
New Job
After about 6 months of serious searching around the country for a job befitting her skills and talents, Keara landed at the University of South Carolina in November, as a Program Manager for Study Abroad in the International Studies Department. She lives close to campus in a house with a couple her age and three dogs, much to her delight. Lloyd flew down to Austin to help with the move and road trip to Columbia.
New Apartment
Daughter Alina and Conor moved from Davis Sq and Allston, respectively, to the up and coming South End of Boston. Both are now much closer to jobs, and love living downtown.
New Graduate Student
Alina has started working on her MEd at Boston College part time, after her day job teaching preK at Brimmer and May School in Chestnut Hill. She'll apply to the graduate school this year with four courses in hand.
New Niece
Nephew Kevin married his longtime love Heather in September on the Cape, the first family wedding of the 'next generation'. We are all thrilled to have her officially in the family. They live and work in Boston.
New Business
Niece Layla opened her own beauty salon called "The Bobby Pin" in Portland. This venture has been years in the making, and we are very excited for her.
New Hip, New Eyes
My 86 year old mom had a makeover this year, with two cataract surgeries and last month's hip replacement. She's good for another 100,000 miles, just like her 1991 Camry.
New Manager, New World Series Trophy
I would be remiss if I did not mention the awesome 2013 Red Sox, worst to first! What an exciting year for fans of The Pahk. I was lucky to see them in person as they beat the Mariners in Seattle in July.
New Dog
After almost 10 months of dogless life since losing Brindle in Nov 2012, we adopted Buddy from the Home at Last shelter in The Dalles. His shelter name was Bucket. That would not do, because he seemed to have had a history of being beaten and possibly kicked. We went nameless for a while, to get the feel of his spirit. Meanwhile, we'd say, come here buddy, let's go buddy, etc. At the vet for a first check up, he asked what the dog's name was. We looked at each other and said "Buddy". And he has been a good one. He looked like a cartoon dog, with a head too big for his estimated 2 yr old body. Weight at intake in Yakima was listed as 25 lb. We got him at 40 lb. He now weighs in at 60 lb, about right for this heeler-husky mix. His head fits his body now. And he is fitting in just fine.
New Graduate
Daughter Keara completed her MEd in Higher Education Administration at UT-Austin and graduated in May. We made the trip to Austin to participate in the graduation activities. It was worth the trip. All the graduations we've been to, we have NEVER been to one with fireworks. And I loved the tower lighting up in the colors of the schools that make up the university.
New Job
After about 6 months of serious searching around the country for a job befitting her skills and talents, Keara landed at the University of South Carolina in November, as a Program Manager for Study Abroad in the International Studies Department. She lives close to campus in a house with a couple her age and three dogs, much to her delight. Lloyd flew down to Austin to help with the move and road trip to Columbia.
New Apartment
Daughter Alina and Conor moved from Davis Sq and Allston, respectively, to the up and coming South End of Boston. Both are now much closer to jobs, and love living downtown.
New Graduate Student
Alina has started working on her MEd at Boston College part time, after her day job teaching preK at Brimmer and May School in Chestnut Hill. She'll apply to the graduate school this year with four courses in hand.
New Niece
Nephew Kevin married his longtime love Heather in September on the Cape, the first family wedding of the 'next generation'. We are all thrilled to have her officially in the family. They live and work in Boston.
New Business
Niece Layla opened her own beauty salon called "The Bobby Pin" in Portland. This venture has been years in the making, and we are very excited for her.
New Hip, New Eyes
My 86 year old mom had a makeover this year, with two cataract surgeries and last month's hip replacement. She's good for another 100,000 miles, just like her 1991 Camry.
New Manager, New World Series Trophy
I would be remiss if I did not mention the awesome 2013 Red Sox, worst to first! What an exciting year for fans of The Pahk. I was lucky to see them in person as they beat the Mariners in Seattle in July.
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