Happy New Year!
We just returned from our Caribbean vacation, safe and sound. It's strange being back in Chicago, especially the part about having to wear shoes again!

We had a great time, spending a few days in the U.S. Virgin Islands (St. Thomas & St. Johns) then a week in St. Maartin (half Dutch & half French). St. Maartin was great, although the lack of "connectivity" with our lives in the States took some getting used to! We had to buy phone cards (different for the French & Dutch sides) to call from specific pay phones, and had to deal with French language keyboards in Internet cafes. Still, once Laurie was sure her end-of-year details were settled for her office, it forced us to relax!

We wish our friends a Safe & Happy New Year!
- posted by Larry H @ 9:07 AM