I love you guys!

At years end I start to reflect back on the things, places and people that warm the cockles of my heart. All are dear to me and I know that this pithy existence I live would be pithier without them. So I want to give a shout out to my long suffering wife, Sandra, for all her love and support...she grounds me like no other. My kids are the light of life regardless of how nerve racking they can be. Andrew, Samantha and Matthew give me hope for the future. My mom, Hilda, is a great woman, 'nuff said. My sisters and brother complete me. My nephews and nieces are a joy. My buds' Dennis, Greg and Jeff...over 25 years of friendship without which I would be a lost soul. Charles, who reminds me everyday that Life gives us roses to gather about us in joy. Thank you my brother.

For those no longer here...I still mourn everyday for the life that can no longer be touched, but rejoice for the reward you have received. Pop, I think of you everyday. I wish you were here to see your grandkids, though I know you see them better from where you are. And to have one more round on the links with you. Sally, we miss you terribly. Grandma and Tata you are my heart. Tata Pancho, you are my soul. And to all my tia's and tio's who have gone on, we'll meet again.

Merry Christmas...REJOICE!