After reading all these family updates I thought I would throw in my two cents.
We are still in Ft. Lauderdale and I’m still teaching high school. I primarily teach computer programming, JAVA and BASIC, but teach math and a few other courses that I am certified for. Julie is at the same hospitalshe started out at but is now in case management. We both are tiring of our careers but due to economics and age we will probably be doing this until we retire.
Our oldest son, Ben, graduated last May from the University of Florida in Engineering. His first job landed him in Scranton, Pa. working for a company that does contract work for the government. His job is located on an army base and he is currently going through the process of getting a federal high security clearance. So far, except for the weather he seems to be enjoying what he is doing.
Our other son, Quin is just finishing his sophomore in high school. Lets be diplomatic and say he can be a challenge. He is like so many of the kids down here, lots of ability but lacking that innate motivation to excel. Hopefully he will see the light soon and really start to shine.
Some of you may have known my younger brother Tim. He lives in the Amana area. About two weeks ago his 16 year old son was killed in a freak accident in South Amana. The story was carried in the Press Citizen with some of the detail either left out or was misinterpreted. It was the first time in 10 years that my entire family got together, which was nice, but the occasion was tragic.
After graduating from U of I a number of years ago I remain a true Hawk fan. The Hawks have played New Years Weekend here 3 years in a row in Florida and we have not missed a one. Below is an updated photo of Julie and I taken at Universal Studios after the CapOne Bowl game. If they come down here again and of you come along, please look us up, we have had as many as 17 people camped at our house for these games.
