We had a great time over the holidays. Christmas with Carol, George and family was such fun. And we spent another several days in Palm Springs eating, riding bikes, eating, shopping, eating . . . Now the New Year is here and of course we have great resolve to "do better" in the eating department.

In December we had our lawn thatched and a "winter lawn" sowed just in time for the December rains. On our return from Palm Springs--voila--we have green grass! Looks and feels great after months of drought! Don't laugh. Here in the West this is no small feat!

So, I feel refreshed and ready to tackle the New Year.