It is the time of year for family, snow, merriment and other terrible things.
HAH! Only joking.
This Buff has flown south (technically southeast) for a small piece of this winter and it is good to be home, even if only for a moment. Regardless of what you do or do not celebrate, I hope the season brings you closer to your loved ones and is filled with happiness.
^^I know that sounds cheesy, but I’m being genuine. Zero sarcasm, I promise!^^
I’ll be back in 2014.
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Hi Omar,
I agree. The season for family,snow, merriment and other terrible things. Family is away, snow is here, merriment is not (HA, joking). I hear you are in Oregon, which is great. Are you doing Grad work at U of O? I really enjoy your blog and fondly remember Joe’s and your meetings and your subtle sense of humor.
Best Regards to you and your family, and Happy New Year!
Marina
Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2013 03:28:29 +0000 To: marina_olson@hotmail.com
Hey Marina!
Good to hear from you! I am at the University of Oregon working to receive my Master’s in Architecture. I hope you’re doing well and are able to stay warm or cool (depending on what crazy weather Colorado is having) and that 2014 is swell!
I’ll pass on your greeting to the rest of the family!
-Omar
Hey Omar, how is it going? Hope you are having a great time so far!