Things I'm thankful for in 2009

• My wife: I live a much richer life because of Helen. She's patient with me and cares about me.
• My family: always fun, but more importantly always loving and supportive. I always know I'm not alone.
• Modern medicine: my grandfather got a 12 months to live prognosis 24 months ago. I'm going to visit him this weekend.
• Airline prices and being financially stable: I will make 6 trips to New England in 2009 to visit my family and grandfather.
• My trainer, Nick: I lost over 100 pounds this year, and owe a lot of that to Nick's interest and skills.
• My friends: they've always been there for me, listening and helping. No questions asked, they help. They make my life richer and I enjoy their successes.
• The ability to go to the Inauguration of Barack Obama: an incredible experience, made possible through frequent flyer miles and Helen's aunt and uncle.
• My employer: they are flexible and treat employees with respect and appreciation.