I am not alone in looking forward to a better year; 2006 was a bitterly hard year. It had crests and it had falls. I miss my pups, and I miss the people no longer a part of my life. I am thankful we survived many near-tragedies. I am thankful for my friends and their well-being. I am thankful I still have a job and a roof over my head. I am thankful for my hubby. I am grateful for all the simple things. I am happy with our accomplishments and I am looking forward to next year’s goals.

I am reminded at this moment that if the wind blows fierce, I should bend with it so that I will not break.

Goodbye, 2006. Hello, 2007.