Saturday, December 28, 2013

Life's Blessings - 2013

I give thanks every day for my blessings. My life has exceeded my most optimistic expectations.

My problems are few and far less severe than the mountains that many people have been forced to climb. I have loved, laughed, traveled, taught, written, and created art in a variety of disciplines. I am in good health and enjoy vigorous activity and exercise. I am honored to be a member of a loving family and to enjoy the company of bright and interesting friends.

Here, with deep gratitude, I list some of the blessings that I received in 2013.

- I toured Belgium and The Netherlands for the first time. The Dutch crowned a new king while I was visiting their country.

- I photographed the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, a remote wilderness in California that has fascinated me for years.

- I completed an adventurous new photo project: New York - City In Motion

- I wrote my very first short story (The Horse Farm), authored dozens of articles on my blogs, and debuted a new photography website.

- I cast a vote for the first time as a citizen of New York and served an intensely fascinating three hours of jury duty. ;-)

- I left the worst job of my career and found a much more enjoyable position in an excellent company.

- I worked diligently on improving my skills in photography and dance, and I finished several movements from a new set of concertos (debuting 2014).

- I enjoyed a lot of running this year, improved my overall conditioning, and dropped a suit size.

- I watched the New York City Marathon for the first time as a spectator. It was fascinating to watch the front runners streak past at great speed.

- I enjoyed the privilege of teaching enthusiastic students week after week.

- I got hooked on some fascinating televisions shows and enjoyed countless gallons of Starbucks.

Wishing each of you all of the best in 2014!


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