Happy New Year!!!!

We can finally say goodbye to 2008 and hello to a new year. Obama's theme was change but I think hope better describes the mood of most Americans. My hopes for 2009:

• Good health to all, especially my family
• We all take some time to reflect during these tough economic times and what really is important, family and friends ... and let that be our compass for many years to come
• The stimulus package works so that hard working people can find jobs and make positive contributions to the future
• We address the country's future ... alternative energy, health care for all and a departure from a military led foreign policy. Do we really need to spend more on defense than the rest of the world combined?

Happy new year and good health to all!!!!