2010 is coming to an end and causing me to reflect on the year and look forward to 2011. In the past, my resolution was not to make any. Last year I ahd 1....52 books in 2010. I wrote down my list but then found I wanted to read other books I saw, which I did. I made it through about 27 books. Some of my books were over 400 pages so that is why. Am I disappointed that I didn't make it? No because I read some great books. Will I do it again? Yes but with changes. This time, no list. As I read a book, I will write it down. Only difference, is I can not buy any books.....have to read what I have or from the library.
I have decided to add some more resolutions this coming year. I do not think of them as "resolutions" but guidelines for 2011.
1. 52 books in 2011
2. To eat healthier- eat more fresh veggies and fruit and less red meat(beef). Replace the beef with chicken and seafood.
3. To lose weight
4. To pray more
5. To attend church regulaarly
6. Spend more time in God's word
7. We plan to not eat out except for birthdays and anniversaries....special occassions
8. To write more in a journal
So, what are your resolutions or guidelines for 2011?
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Year 2010 Christmas Letter
December 2010
Dear Friends and Family,
I can’t believe 2010 is almost over. Where did it go? As I get older, time seems to fly by. For the Ma Gill family, the year has been busy and full of surprises.
At the beginning of 2010, Lynn decided a good resolution would be 52 books in the Year 2010. She created a booklist and posted it on Facebook. How did she do? She read about 27 of them. Not too bad. This year, she will do it again….52 books in 2011. The difference this time around is she will not make a list ahead of time. As a book is read, it will be listed. One difference is no book can be bought….all read will be from own collection or library.
In May, the family took a trip to Panama City for Thomas’s 16th birthday. We stayed at a Holiday Inn Resort geared for children. We were on the beach. The hotel had a swimming pool, hot tubs and a splash pool area for kids. It was a nice, relaxing time away, and all had a wonderful time.
This summer, James began working on his own business. He does security consulting, pi work and a process server for several lawyers. He is enjoying working for himself. He is still very involved with the Lee County Republican Committee. He is on the Executive Board. He has helped several local candidates in their elections. All of this, for the most part, has kept him busy.
A highlight of our year was that at the beginning of the summer, James had quite a surprise. Through Facebook, he found his oldest son he hasn’t seen in 15 years. Phillip is 20 years old….he will be 21 in January. He and Thomas look so much alike. Much to our surprise, he has been living about 30 miles away. We have been spending the last few months working on this new relationship. We hope to make a family trip to NY as Phillip would like to see that area.
We wish all a wonderful holiday season.
James, Lynn, Phillip, Thomas, Spikee, Harold and Missy
Dear Friends and Family,
I can’t believe 2010 is almost over. Where did it go? As I get older, time seems to fly by. For the Ma Gill family, the year has been busy and full of surprises.
At the beginning of 2010, Lynn decided a good resolution would be 52 books in the Year 2010. She created a booklist and posted it on Facebook. How did she do? She read about 27 of them. Not too bad. This year, she will do it again….52 books in 2011. The difference this time around is she will not make a list ahead of time. As a book is read, it will be listed. One difference is no book can be bought….all read will be from own collection or library.
In May, the family took a trip to Panama City for Thomas’s 16th birthday. We stayed at a Holiday Inn Resort geared for children. We were on the beach. The hotel had a swimming pool, hot tubs and a splash pool area for kids. It was a nice, relaxing time away, and all had a wonderful time.
This summer, James began working on his own business. He does security consulting, pi work and a process server for several lawyers. He is enjoying working for himself. He is still very involved with the Lee County Republican Committee. He is on the Executive Board. He has helped several local candidates in their elections. All of this, for the most part, has kept him busy.
A highlight of our year was that at the beginning of the summer, James had quite a surprise. Through Facebook, he found his oldest son he hasn’t seen in 15 years. Phillip is 20 years old….he will be 21 in January. He and Thomas look so much alike. Much to our surprise, he has been living about 30 miles away. We have been spending the last few months working on this new relationship. We hope to make a family trip to NY as Phillip would like to see that area.
We wish all a wonderful holiday season.
James, Lynn, Phillip, Thomas, Spikee, Harold and Missy
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