HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!
Happy Holidays to you
Greetings to our Dear Friends,The time of year has come to reflect on past achievements and future goals. Life has been absolutely wonderful for the both of us this year, and we are planning on having a fantastic year in 2011.
ABOUT STEVE:Steve returned to school to pursue his graduate degree in statistics. He still maintains his current fulltime position at Covance/Kelloggs, though he no longer works at his second job. His work was made even more challenging this year as he took part in opening a new laboratory for Covance in Battle Creek. This year Steve purchased a new car as his old trusted vehicle was no longer so trustworthy. Besides that, he continues to sing in three choirs (Ars Voce, Branch County Community Chorus and First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir), perform as church choir president, and is a member of two Toastmasters groups. He is looking forward to more classes in 2011 and is amazed at how much more focus he has on his classes the second time around.
ABOUT GERALD:Gerald has finally finished school and will obtain his doctorate degree from Michigan State University. His work at the college continues to be very fulfilling for him, but he had a grueling semester due to his doctorate. Gerald manages to maintain a very active performing schedule in addition to his teaching duties at the college, including performances with several musical organizations as guest artist. He performed with the Battle Creek Symphony Orchestra for performances of Fantasia on Christmas Carols by Vaughan Williams, Messiah with the Monroe Chorale and Symphony and he has had two solo recitals as well. He does however force himself (on occasion) to rest and relax whenever possible. Next year, Gerald will take part in a PBS documentary on the Negro Spiritual as well as give a performance at the University of Texas at El Paso. On a not so happy note, he will have to have surgery in January, but we are certain that his recovery period will be quick.
ABOUT BUDDY: To put it simply, Buddy is Buddy!
ABOUT US:This has been a very positive year for us. The big news is that the two of us will celebrate our love on Saturday, May 21, 2011. Yes, we are finally making it official. The service will be at the First Congregational Church here in town with an equally fabulous reception at a local country club. Celebrations abound! We are both looking forward to our visit to Philly for the Christmas holiday as it will be celebrated in full force with Gerald’s family. Last Christmas, we held it here at our home, which was special in itself as that was the very first time the two families had ever met. Beyond that, we are looking towards the future.Well that is all for now. Best wishes for a most joy filled holiday season!
Love, Gerald & Steve…and Buddy say’s “Me too!”
