February 22nd Ruth Wrote

It's been a great weekend -- I even got to take a nap on my sofa!!!!!!!
(It's been a while -- :))

I've been wonderfully busy and enjoying my life and my work. Work has been 45-50 hours a week but I haven't felt "put upon" even once. There is definitely something to be said for chasing your dreams. As many of you become "empty nesters", take time to listen to that gentle nudge inside of you that may be telling you that a new challenge might be in order.

I bought myself a 2004 Ford Focus (pale green) about a month ago and "I'm lovin' it" -- my 94 Chevy Corsica was developing engine problems and, considering I'm putting on 300 miles a week, I thought it was time to get a more dependable car.

I'll be heading out to spend some time with Jen and Jason and Josh the first weekend of March -- definitely looking forward to that! Josh is growing and learning -- turned over for the first time this weekend. Jason was the honored parent to witness this as Jen was out running errands at the time. Father and son bonding time -- :):) I'm sending Al a few new pictures so be sure to check it out!

I'm making my turn short this time -- I really appreciate this email chain and hearing from everybody on a regular basis. Enjoy Spring as it steadily comes this way -- remember that any wintery mix days in the next month or so won't last long -- Spring is almost here!

Ruth