This weekend was bitter sweet for us.  Friday afternoon we officially said goodbye to Sylvia Lane and signed the closing documents.  The young couple that is taking our house seemed excited and this closes the door on our time in Schenectady.  We’ll definitely miss our neighbors, particularly John and Donna and their grandkids.  We had seven great years there and it’s where our family started so it’ll hold a dear place in my heart.  Now we’re just one DMV stop away from being Connecticut residents.  I’ve already ordered my sweater vest and matching yacht loafers.

On the happy side, we spent yesterday with Susan and Gracie at Hoffman’s Playland.  It was good for Ryan to spend some time with his good friend.  Then today we had brunch with many of our other friends including Jen Danchetz who’s recovering from a life-threatening infection she received from a mosquito bite!  I think, twenty years from now, I’ll read this blog entry and remember just how crazy that was!  Thankfully she’s recovered!

We also had dinner with my dad and grandparents.  It’s always great to spend time with family but what’s most important is to make sure you know where your kids are at all times….otherwise, while you’re stuffing your face with pizza and beer, your youngest son could decide to climb on the dog and ride her like a pony.  Not good!

So, anyway, here’s to new beginnings and a whole lot less debt!

P.S. My kids are still not allowed to root for the Red Sox!