Boomer Babes and Real Cougars

From the Desk of Talia Murphy

Dear Friends,

The New Year is right around the corner.  Lately, I've been wondering (with a little trepidation given the state of the economy) what is in store for me in the coming year. When I think about the changes in my life over the last year, I realize there were many. Funny how we take for granted the good as well as the bad and these events become a blur as they're woven into the fabric of our lives.

When I stop to take stock, I realize that I haven't properly expressed my gratitude for the abundance and good fortune that has been showered on me this year. My father, who was diagnosed with stomach lymphoma, was told he now shows no signs and has been restored to good health at 93. I will be a grandmother any day now and get to experience having a little girl after having raised only boys.

My family is all well as are my friends.  I work with people I like and I have more time to express my creativity. This year, my plan is to take up photography and to learn Photoshop. It's a great way to train my eye to see the many wonders of nature and be able to share what I see.

We now have new leadership and I'm optimistic that our economy will stabilize and some of the systems that are broken will be scrutinized and repaired. I pray for peace throughout the world. What have been the significant milestones for you over the last year? Maybe you'll find there are more than you realized, as I did.

Happy New Year!

Talia