New

New year. New friends. New experiences.

Isn't that what we expect of a new year? And of course, we want a better year, or at least an as good year.

What's new with us?

Michael, in essence has a new life after a close squeak. It's hard to believe he almost didn't make it when I look at him.

My new "career"--training Canon for agility, obedience, or whatever path we choose.

New friends. The idea of new friends struck me today when we attended a New Year's brunch hosted by two new friends from Canon's agility class. Although we knew no one but the hosts, we had a pleasant time talking to people we wouldn't usually meet--barrel racers and horse competitors. It was as refreshing as the dinner we had earlier in the week at the home of a friend who was a parent of a former students. For over 30 years the majority of my friends were teacher friends. This expanded to bridge friends, and eventually parents of students were friends. When I moved on from teaching, I found there were other places to find friends. Dog friends. Poodle friends.  Dog cancer friends.  Assistance League friends. Friends I can't even label.

New experiences.  After staying home with dogs for over two years, I think I'm ready to get out there again.

New is not always better, but it is....new...