It’s hard to believe that the new year will arrive in a few short hours.
I look at the calendar and wonder where 2014 has gone. But life has a way of doing that to us as the years pile up. Some days seem to last forever, but at the end of a year we remark at how quickly time has passed.
WRITE YOUR STORY
I love that a new year is kind of like a blank page. Each of us can make that page whatever we want.
Some might take that page and turn it into a kite or paper airplane so they can soar to new heights. Others look at the page, are intimidated by its emptiness, and live another year in fear.
In the new year, we write a story that is uniquely our own. And, whether we like it or not, our story will touch the lives of others for many years to come.
As we embark on a new year, my wish for everyone is their story will be worth retelling at year’s end.
HOPES FOR TEAMS
This is a time for New Year wishes, and I’ve made a few for those in our local athletic community.
My first wish goes to Crestview High School football Coach Tim Hatten and his Bulldog team. I wish for the Bulldogs a smooth transition into the new District 2-6A. May the move be one of few turnovers and many wins for years to come.
My next wish is for Laurel Hill School’s baseball team and Coach Ronnie Smith. I wish for the Hoboes a few more players and a few more wins. I wish them quick bats and strong arms, as well as success on and off the field.
Staying with Laurel Hill, I wish Laurel Hill's boys basketball team a win over rival Paxton. It has been a tough few years watching the Bobcats take down Laurel Hill, game after game, but I think the Hoboes are close to once again getting the upper hand.
I share the same wish for Crestview’s boys and girls basketball teams.
Simply put, I wish the Bulldogs more long runs through the state playoffs.
MORE CHAMPIONSHIPS
I wish Baker's volleyball team a 13th consecutive district championship. I think the players are in place to do just that.
I wish Baker's girls basketball team the same success enjoyed by the volleyball team. I wish first-year Baker boys basketball coach Janavor Weatherspoon a long and successful stay with the Gators.
My wish for Crestview's softball team is to have a coach who will be with the team more than one year.
My wish for the Gator football team is a third consecutive district title and a run for a state championship.
Finally, I wish all of you a safe and happy new year.
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