I don’t care for mediums and middles, never have, so I guess in that regard 2012 was a winner.

I went to three funerals, and there were three more I should have gone to.

I went to a wedding.

One friend was diagnosed with cancer that had a pretty grim outlook, but it looks like it’s going to be okay.

I thought we had all finally skated to the end of the year when another friend had a heart attack right there at the end.

My house was smoldering for a few weeks and I didn’t know it. The restoration was tortuous.

On the upside, I had the best two weeks of my life in Rome with my best friend.

My brother and I made some huge leaps forward.

I bought some property that makes me happier than anything ought to make a person.

My homeowner’s insurance covered the repairs from my fire. The house did not burn down with me and my little dog in it.

My head continues to hurt, but it’s not as bad as it could be, and I have a ton of insurance.

My family and friends continue to be wonderful and amazing.

I hold a lot of hope for 2013. I wish you health, happiness, and prosperity, and all the love you can stand, plus a little more.