Sunday, January 3, 2016

Happy 2016!

A very Happy New Year to you each! I hope you had a lovely holiday, whether you were able to travel or have a "staycation" here in Dubai. 

I had a wonderful time at home with my family and friends in Florida and feel so grateful for my time there! My brother, Peter, and sister-in-law, Melissa, were able to come down from Pittsburgh for about 10 days, so we were all together as a family. 

We had fun swimming, shopping, diving, baking, playing board games, watching cheesy Hallmark movies (and Star Wars), playing mini-golf, resting, walking the dogs at sunrise and sunset, going to the beach, and so much more. Everything was just perfect and my cup of happiness is definitely full. 

On that note, it is my sincere hope that this next year of life will be one of your happiest and healthiest ones yet. I look forward to seeing you sometime soon!  


PS. Here are some pictures of my holiday, if you're interested. 
Our Christmas Eve candlelight service is a special and meaningful tradition. 

Being with family is the best gift of all. xoxo
I just couldn't resist adding some holiday flair to our Golden Retriever, Keebler. Isn't she regal? 
My mom taught me how to bake an apple and pecan pie on Christmas morning, all before opening presents! Yum. 
Star Wars with the family...VIP style. It was first time enjoying a luxury theater and I'm now spoiled! 
Mini-golf as a family is one of our favorite things to do. I actually got 2 hole-in-ones! :)

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