I have so many high points from this year that it is hard to decide. One that i can't really share but suffice to say that a line was crossed that i have never crossed before and that is something nothing can ever remove from me.

We have also had orgers galore at our house creating so many fine memories and laughs.
However April 7th 2008 will be forever a happy memory that many of you guys shared with us also.

Thanks for all your wishes and sharing our journey.

For me it was Jan. 10, 2008 when the Dr. stood at my bedside and said that the 4oz lump she removed from my left breast WAS NOT CANCER!!!!!

Second having my Grandmother see another year she is now 88!!


Third meeting that someone special who is changing my outlook on a whole lots of things for the better

rachel3 said:

Sounds like a great year...;lets hope 2009 is even better

mdiver said:

Awww I love that picture of the two of you !

mdiver said:

This is so beautiful.

And it's okay, you can tell us about the first time Val penetrated your virgin ass. We're your friends.

my dad getting out of the hospital a bit after the year began; he'd spent the last part of '07, through x-mas and new year's, in the hospital due to a collapsed lung. he's still going through respiratory therapy and all, but he's alive and kicking.

FunkMistress said:

Virgin?

BSK3478 said:

Every day is a gift Tell him the org say hi

Wow...what a year! So many wonderful memories and experiences.











Thanks to all of the wonderful ppl I have spent time with this year.

So many over the 12 months that are/were 2008



latest ...

Our 20th wedding anniversary - Nov 26th



The days spent together celebrating
The mountian top revow of our love and commitments
The stunning Tanzanite and diamond anniversary ring
The knowing that I (we) would do every second of those 20 yrs over again, no questions asked

shanti0608 said:

God you are hot!

Mach said:

Gawd '08 is SO full amazing experiences and wonderful journeys!!

First I really must admit that I'm really happy to have started actively orging more this year than lurking... I've made SO many new friends and acquaintances and I appreciate you all. Now, I just have to figure out how to meet you in person!!

In February my family and I went to Hawaii... AWESOME!


In July my wife celebrated her 30th, roasted a whole pig for that... AWESOME!


In September my sister got married ('bout time) and we got decked out in our finest... AWESOME!


In November we elected President Barack Obama... AWESOME!!!


Now it's December but there's still more to come, the year ain't over... AWESOME!!!

Thanks to all for sharing and I wish you all the best of times!

RenHoek said:

Happy days bro, wishing you a great 2009

mdiver said:

Thanks man, it's been a helluva ride... now if we can just get the economy to start acting right maybe I can buy some plane tickets!!

RenHoek said:

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Casa Shanti/Mdiver is at your disposal

Nov 15 me and 25000 San Diegians standing up for what was right.

ehuffnsd said:

There were a bunch of us with you from 5000 miles brother

there was a bunch of good stuff this year, but here's a top 5:

* blissing out to love & rockets at lollapalooza and enjoying the entire festival with some of my favorite people
* experiencing the insanity of a leslie hall concert for the first time
* going to my friend's wedding in memphis, seeing graceland, and connecting with a bunch of friends i haven't seen in years
* yeah, whatever, i'll say it: PRESIDENT OBAMA!!!
* going to NYC and watching "xanadu: the musical" with endo & carriempls, and torturing them further by selecting seats ON STAGE

Anxiety said:

That's my top 3 right there!

CarrieMpls said:

OK, maybe not Xanadu itself, but the long weekend at the Chelsea in it's entirety.

Anxiety said:

Good list mate

CarrieMpls said:

- My sister's wedding

- President Obama's election

- When I found out that I'm going to be an aunt for the first time

The best moment of 2008 for me was when the judge presiding over the custody battle between my ex and I said that, "The custody of the minor children is awarded to the mother."

I cannot really describe the emotions that I felt. I can tell you that I sobbed and heaved harder than I ever have in my whole life.

Beyond that...

Moving back to VA and being surrounded by my family.

Meeting someone that I adore for the first time.

Finally smiling and being able to genuinely say, "I'm happy."

JessieJ said:

hokie said:

The future look bright

mdiver said:

It does.


But....













You forgot the "s" on look.

JessieJ said:

Awwww Congrats to your sis, brother in law and your entire family.