I had an adventure early August when I got to go to Langarra Island in Northern British Columbia (very near Alaska) on a fishing trip with some business associates. I had a great time catching my limit of King Salmon. I brought home about 80 pounds of fish after processing. The island is undeveloped except for one fishing lodge. Bald eagles fly around like crows and the scenery is fantastic. Unfortunately, I somehow misplaced all my photos which actually evidence the fish I caught. But the freezer full of fish and numerous eyewitnesses can attest to my catches, despite being a complete novice. As I reflect on 1999, I am so greatful for the progress our family has made. Our children continually amaze me with their growth and inquisitiveness and their potential. As for Jenifer, I asked her to write her own piece this year, Jenifer's World, instead of giving me the list of things we ought to cover.

As I look forward into the year 2000, I am still cynical and disillusioned about the leaders of our nation. 1998 and 1999 did not help. And I am still struggling to find better ways to balance a career and family life. But the real things in life are what I am looking forward to -- basketball and baseball with the kids, doing some skiing and white water kayaking with Jenifer, strengthening relationships with in my extended family and enjoying my new position as Cub Master.

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