2012 was a memorable year. Despite all the “noisy” political upheaval, everyone in our family was employed and I think ended the year in good health. For those of you that have 401K retirement plans (or Roths IRA’s) or pension plans, the stock markets were up approximately 12%. We can’t bitch about that.
We are now into the New Year. Grasshopper No.5 is settling into a dream job revolving around computer games. My advice is to suck up to her because you might get some freebie video games “down the road”.
Grasshopper No.4 is already planning his Youth Football programs for 2013. Grandson Tommy will anchor his line. Does it get any better. Grandson Dominic moves into his sophomore high school year after special freshman recognition. Onward and upward.
Grasshopper No.3 never tells me his plans but my driveway keeps getting plowed. I know that Shelby Jr. seems to be making strides to good health. At least now she knows what the medical issues are.
Grasshopper No.2 seems to be in a “good spot”. She enjoys her work, routinely exercises and eats healthy. Her hectic job of being a single mom remains the same. Grandson Grant moves into his senior year of high school in the Fall. Grandson Mitchell becomes a sophomore in the Fall. Over the next few years No.2’s life is going to change dramatically (for the better of course). Please note! Being a parent lasts a lifetime.
Grasshopper No.1 is 10 years away from qualifying for Social Security. It is hard for me to believe our oldest child is in sight of retirement. I’m waiting for her(and Hubby) to buy a horse!
And your Mom and I get to witness the “Circus” and all the performers. We get to applaud. Sometimes we get to participate. 2013 will have it’s share of opportunity.
Today, New Years day sees the UW-Badgers play in the Rose Bowl later today. Win or Lose you have to call the UW football program successful this year.
Saturday night, the Packers start their playoff quest. The football Gods have scheduled the only night game of the weekend for 8:00 PM eastern time at Lambeau. Really? Why wouldn’t the Packers get scheduled for an afternoon encounter with a possibility of a little sunshine and reasonable temperatures. Aw, what the hell! Packer nation is tough.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Dad