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[AKLRULZ]

2001 was, in many respects, a super year for us. While we will NEVER forget the events of September 11, 2001 - let's all focus on a positive, fond memory from 2001 - maybe you have lots of memories....So what are yours?

I have a quite a few - bringing home our new black lab puppy, Chloe, in January 2001; landing a huge new account in March 2001 at work which basically funded all of our trips for the year; going through the Survivor application process for Survivor Africa during spring 2001 (even though I didn't make it - arrggh!); watching my daughter's first ballet recital in May 2001; celebrating my daughter's 7th birthday in July 2001 at Universal Orlando and staying at the Hard Rock Hotel; suprising my wife in September 2001 with a loaded brand new Ford Windstar minivan; watching my oldest son play in his first football game in September 2001; our 10 day trip to Walt Disney World in November 2001 staying at the AKL for the very first time; seeing my oldest son win two awards at his football awards banquet in November 2001; watching my youngest son in November 2001 in his first pre-school proudction playing a pilgrim; and of course, this past Christmas, once again celebrating our Savior's birth with my family.

It was a super year for the Baker family here in Richmond. We leave the year with more fond memories than sad ones - even though the memories of 9/11 will remain with us into 2002. God Bless each and every one of you in Passporterland for a very blessed and prosperous 2002 - I look forward to hearing your fond memories of 2001!

[ 12-30-2001: Message edited by: Dadtojbj ]

[DebiDebiDebi]

In January our oldest DD was married. DH finally got settlement from class action lawsuit, which enabled us to build fence around our nearly an acre yard & got new counter tops in the kitchen, & new carpeting. We watched our youngest DD graduate from high school, then a couple months later, she finished her 2 year quest for her cosmetology licence. We got the news that we are going to be first time grandparents this coming Feburary from DD & SIL. We had a fabulous vacation for 2 to Las Vegas. We bought our first ever new car. We went to two Mariner games, and attended the All Star Fan Fest durring the All Star Game. We will soon experience our first ever hockey game. We went to Missoula Montana to visit DD & SIL. DH & I just became empty nesters, and we are enjoying that new experience. We have seen some terrible things this year, but my heart is full when I think of the amazing acts of bravery and kindness and coming together I have witnessed since 9/11/01. I thank God for my heaalth, my family, and my life. I am grateful for this country that I live in, and for all it enables me to do and be. Here's to a wonderful and Peaceful 2002.

[AKLRULZ]

Since we are all searching the old posts and bumping them up - I'm gonna bump this one up so it doesn't get lost in the shuffle! BUMP!

[Cruella]

This was a year of many sad memories for me. The passing of my father, the day we had to put down our beautiful dog, Blue, because he had a brain tumor, the awful devastation of 9/11...

But with each of those memories comes a good memory as well. The hours I spent with Dad in the hospital before he passed and the big smile he gave me as I arrived each day to sit with him. The cortisone shot that Blue received which, for a couple of weeks, made him like a puppy again, before his symptoms returned. And the felling I had when I saw Tim driving to pick me up at the train station when I finally made it home on 9/11.

I also recall the day we decided to get our new baby, Mushu. He has been a blessing in our lives this year!

As with most years, this year has been good and bad, but for some reason, I felt everything more intensely this year. It was impossible to be blase about anything, especially after 9/11. And for that I give thanks! There is nothing better than the feeling of living each day to the fullest. [img]images/icons/wink.gif[/img]

[debe]

We have had many things happen this year that I am thankful for...

Our lives have never been the same since dear Maggie who will be 9 months old on 1/4/02 came to be part of our family... boy is she ornery but a very affectionate pup. Then shortly there after we had another addition to the family Zeek who is Maggie's partner in crime. He is now 6 months old and every bit as ornery as her and also a lover.

August 20th is a night that will live with us forever. this was the night we received a devistating call from our DD informing us my car was totalled and that she needed help with substance abuse. This we suspected but as we all know nothing can be done to help until the individual with the problem admits and accepts help. I may have lost my car but we have our DD back... I thank God everyday for giving her a second chance to correct her lifestyle. We all make mistakes, some just are bigger than others. She is doing very well and is still considering going into one of the Military Branches of Service.... all in due time...

I was thrilled to be able to give our very own Cruella a big hug earlier this month down at WDW. She is a beautiful, warm hearted loving person with a fantastic personality... She was the first person I thought of when I heard about the Trade Centers on 9/11. I can't even beging to discribe how I felt but as soon as I heard she had made it out safely, I had tears of joy... I have to add, Tim, David, Andrew & her mom are also warm loving people. [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img]

Another special time period for me in this year of 2001 was being able to meet up with fellow PassPorter famiy members and their families. This December trip has to be one of the best Disney trips I have ever had. What could be better than spending quality time with your daughter and meeting a group of beautiful people! [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img] Shannon said this was the best trip she had ever had and would like to do it again. She said if she is still around she would love to go back in December to meet up with everyone again.

As we all know life is too short.... lets all make 2002 a better year! [img]images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

Happy New Year 2002!

[rescuesk]

First and foremost, a blessed and happy new year to all my Passporter friends.
2001 was a transition year for us in many ways. DH had a job transfer in January that we weren't sure about, but turned out to be a blessing. One of my two full time jobs went out of business in April, which also turned out to be a blessing. The job changes for both of us made us realize what is really important in life.

Our Disney trip in May with two friends was one of the nicest trips we have ever taken.

In June, we had the long awaited and much needed landscaping done to our 5 year old house. July 2001 saw a family and friends picnic/party that has become a yearly tradition. It is great to see everyone together.

In August DH and I took a long weekend trip to Cape Cod, sort of a "second honeymoon".

Sept 11 among the sadness was joy, when I learned that my good friend made it out and was OK. It also brought important things into focus. Sept also saw the arrival of our "lucky" Nissan Pathfinder...one of the smartest moves we made!

November we went to Vermont to visit my aunt and uncle.

Dec 1 was a banner day. This was the day my Dad moved into assisted living in Pa . Now he is ten minutes from me instead of 2 hours, and I see him several times a week, as well as doing things like lunch, etc. Dec was our first Disney Christmas trip, as well as our first trip as DVC owners.

This Christmas was especially blessed...my stepson was here from Colorado, my Dad was up, and DH and I are happy and together. Add my Golden retriever to the mix, and everything I love was together in one location. It doesn't get better than that!

Looking forward to an even beter 2002.

Happy New Year!! [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img]