Has it been this long?

September, October, November, December have flown past without a blog. But, on December 31, I suppose it is natural to reflect back over the past 12 months.

One year ago today, I celebrated (with mixed emotions) my last day on faculty at Wright State after 18+ years of service. I didn't know where I would end up, except for a three-month agreement to provide coverage for a family medicine center in Cedarville. But look at the changes over the past year!

The new job at Epic- everything I have dreamed of!

The move to Madison- a big change for all of us, particularly Sharon and the boys. They have been exceptionally supportive and encouraging.

Chad's graduation- he is still finding his way in life. The college life is not cut out for him at this point in time. I hope and pray that the path he chooses will be sufficient to meet his needs, or that soon enough he will reconsider his future.

New church- we have been led to High Point Church in Madison, which is under the new leadership of a very bright and very young pastor. The church is a very sound, evangelical, Bible-believing church and we are beginning to establish some friendships.


So, what will the next 12 months bring?

The new job will continue to progress. We are finalizing all the Meaningful Use tools for the new version of the software, and I have several other projects lined up for 2011. I have also been working to develop my skills at doing sales demos- I had a successful audition today with the medical director of the sales team, and within a few more weeks I will probably be ready to do some sales trips- ideally not more than 2 per month.

We are hopeful to complete the membership class at High Point, and to get started with a small group for some more intimate fellowship.

We want to continue to travel back to Ohio when we can- although we are limited by Sharon's work schedule and Chris' basketball games. Once per month would be ideal, but we will take those opportunities as they arise.

Hope you will all keep in touch! Happy New year!