Happy New Year The last five New Years Eve's have been spent in the freezing cold of Chicago. I miss Chicago, I really do but do I miss the winters? Now that would be pushing it. The weather here tonight is supposed to be fair and about 60°F, and I will put on my newly acquired monkey suit from M&S (my old one has appeared to have shrunk) and head to the Hogmanay Ball in town.

This time last year I asked lots of questions of myself. I ask less questions today which I think is a good thing, although my agreement to support the same football team as my Dad does give raise to some serious examination.

Life in Bermuda is enjoyable. Work is thoroughly more challenging, but life outside of the office is unhurried and restful. Ok, you got me, Bermuda is not a bad place to hang out for a couple of years but I worry about not knowing what is around the corner. Well I do and I don't because it thrills me too. I just want to slow time down a little.

Looking ahead speeds time, living for the moment slows it down. Enjoy tonight whatever you are doing and all the very best to you and your loved ones for 2009.  ¶ 17:24