A return, of sorts

I've chosen to open up this blog again, merely to allow for those who wish to find the cats' blog to find it via my profile. 

Just a very quick update for those of you who may be interested. 
The biggest news, by far, of the past year was the birth of my grandson Eli.  He is the most adorable, sweetest baby in the world.  I swear I'm not biased in the least!

The number of marbles in the jar continue to decrease.  As of last Thursday, I reached the one-year pre-retirement mark.  My plans for retirement have been adjusted a little because of the first bit of news.  I still intend to move to Vancouver Island but my departure has been slightly delayed.  In addition, I'll probably spend 3-4 months a year back here in Saskatchewan to help with child care.  Who am I kidding, it's all about my being able to spend time with the most adorable, sweetest kid in the world.

I did manage a cruise last fall, a Canada/New England 7 day out of New York and return.  We had Hurricane Ike following us up the coast (a day or so behind) and had to miss one port (Bar Harbor) as a result.  However, it was a fantastic cruise; definitely the best pricing I've ever seen, great group of solos, and a wonderful itinerary.  We were a little early for the fall colors so I'll have to do it again someday.

I'm just 11 days away from my next vacation.  I'm flying down to Orlando on Valentine's Day, will spend two days at Cocoa Beach before boarding the Norwegian Epic for a 7 day western Caribbean cruise.  I'm joining two other women (possibly three) I met on the Norwegian Escape two years ago.  They sailed together last year but Eli was expected to arrive any day.  After the cruise, I'm staying in Orlando for two days before returning home.

I've been busy knitting and crocheting with various projects completed, and others underway.  I've made a shawl, a baby cap and mitts, a couple of other pairs of mittens, and am currently working on a small blanket and a tea cozy.  I have to keep my hands busy while I watch the curling....and the Olympics when they start next week.

That pretty wraps up what has been happening with me this past year.  I probably won't post here again for another year, but I'll be around to visit your blogs as time permits   Wishing you all a year of happiness, moments of joy, and good health.