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Yes, Trish I completely understand how you are feeling. It's hard to leave family and friends behind and I know next Christmas when we are in TV its going to be difficult not having loved ones near. All holidays will be melancholy for a while. I suspect after being there for a few years and we make new friends they will become like family for us both.

I think the person who suggested starting a new tradition is a wonderful ideal and perhaps its one you can try. Have a holiday party for your newly made friends. Maybe next year you & Doc can fly home to visit or perhaps some of your family can join you in TV.

Sorry to read you are sad, but it will pass soon and you can move on with your happy life in TV.

Eight inches of snow Saturday and 2 more expected tonight. Do I need to tell you how cold it is here? Nine months until we can live in our Collier home but we will be coming for a week in March or early April and I'll contact you before we arrive.