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2006 is 16 minutes old. The house is quiet and logs are crackling in the fireplace. 2005 arrived and left in a hurry, it seems. My 2005 was very likely pretty much like yours, filled with countless happy moments, special occasions to celebrate, family activities to keep us busy, and sadness at the loss of friends and loved ones.
During the past year I mourned the loss of special friends and enjoyed the companionship of new friends, who taught me once again to smile and then to enjoy the sound of my own laughter. In some ways, I'll always consider 2005 as a special year. I found that retiring from one job brought unexpected opportunities for other endeavors, not the least of which is this "On the Sly" blog at the Press Republican website. As always my family (son Erik, brother Goose, sister Darlene, and, of course, Mom) has offered support, friendship, wisdom and understanding as this 57-year-old faced new challenges a year ago.
Now it's on to the mystery of 2006. Tradition asks us to pick out a "New Year's Resolution." I've never been good at that. Even when I was younger, I found it difficult to go even a week without abandoning my "resolution." So, no resolution here. Just good wishes for all that 2006 will have special moments with special people and that at least one person will make you smile each day.
Comments
Very good reading. Peace until next time.
WaltDe
Posted by: WaltDe | August 31, 2006 10:26 AM
hey fox glad to see you still got it. good luck on your new stuff!!
Posted by: charlie mccormick | March 1, 2006 8:03 PM
Hi guys. Really neat. Nana will get a kick out of it when I show her.
Posted by: Phill | January 24, 2006 8:28 PM
Foxy, I don't know if we have ever met formally. I along with many of the other North Country faithful that have moved away from our native soil truly enjoy looking at the Press Republican as well as look forward to now reading your blog. Currently I live in Lansing, Mi. I think what you are doing is a great idea and have truly enjoyed reading what you have discussed so far. I wish you the same continued success throughout 2006 and many years to come.
GO SETON CATHOLIC KNIGHTS.
Josh Harrica
Posted by: Josh Harrica | January 6, 2006 9:06 AM
Well, you don't seem to have changed since I was in eighth grade, Foxy. Congrats on the web blog. It seems you know what you're doing. Loved the mashed potatoes. and i agree about the "laws for children"
Posted by: Andrew Duncan | January 4, 2006 10:57 PM
Hey foxy long time no chat. Hope the new year brings u joy and happiness. It's nice to read your blog everyday. You probably dont remember me i didnt have u as a teacher but it almost seems like i did. You were a great teacher. Happy 2006!!
Posted by: marlana | January 2, 2006 8:40 PM
I kind of agree with you when it comes to New Year's Resolutions, Fox. Most resolutions are gone by the way side by the end of January. Just so you know, Fox, you are one of those people who make others smile. Thanks for all those moments from the past and here's to many more in 2006!!!
Posted by: Gale Carroll | January 2, 2006 7:06 PM
Foxy love the blog. Love the memories about Plattsburgh. Having grown up on Fox Hill, left after high school, lived all over the world. The last l0 years in California. But,we bought the family home and plan on returning to Plattsburgh in the next year. Retirement is calling my husband and me. Cant wait!!
Posted by: Karen Hanrahan Brusca | January 2, 2006 6:53 PM
Here's a new year's resolution for you, Dad:
Give up the instant mashed potatoes. Yuck!
Posted by: Erik | January 1, 2006 10:07 PM
Hello, I'm Sandra. My Mom, Bea Chapple, kept me informed of your radio sports show. Oh Mom once sent me a video of your coverage of a game . We have met. I now live in Illinois . 56 miles East of Saint Louis, so indeed a Rams fan. Also BIG Cardinal fan. Love Baseball.! Good luck in this New Year. I've always heard good things Your love for teaching kids They Matter! Take care.
Sandy Chapple Betters
Posted by: Sandra Chapple Betters | January 1, 2006 9:59 PM
Hey Foxy:
Looking forward to you keeping us "up" on the North Country here in Georgia. See you at the sectional BB tournament!
Posted by: Peggy Houk | January 1, 2006 6:30 PM
Foxy,
Congrats and best wishes on your new endeavor. Happy New Year and best to you and yours. Let's get together and chat about sports, just like when I was a part time athlete, and you were the best teacher PMS had.
Jody
(Foxy's note: Jody Johnston is well-remembered as one of the all-time greatest high school baseball pitchers in the North Country. It is great to hear from him!)
Posted by: Jody Johnston | January 1, 2006 4:36 PM
hiya Foxy Long time no info... Hard to believe years go so fast... Good to see what your write... Miss you being the teacher.... you are great at what you do... I will be around more to read this column cause you have always been wise... and god knows i learned well from you. And I just got married yesturday so yes bring out the new year with happy moments and bring it in with happy moments
Posted by: Happy Jean Raymond -Mckinney | January 1, 2006 2:30 PM
hey, just a "happy new year" to you. can't wait to see the blog in the coming year. maybe a casino trip coming up with that diamond softball team fundraiser. save me a seat!!
Posted by: Cricket | January 1, 2006 1:50 PM
Happy New Year's, Foxy! I hope you have a great year! Happy '06!
~Bri
Posted by: Bri | January 1, 2006 12:48 PM