Main Street in Bozeman, Montana during the Christmas celebrations.
Looking back on the past few Christmas seasons makes my head spin. Last year I was camped out in the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming, covering projects for a small town Wyoming newspaper, bundled up against the coldest weather I’ve seen in years.
Something about -20F and below that brings out the Christmas spirit. Especially when you’re outside covering events for hours upon end.
Last Christmas season was filled with oil men, cowboys and seasonal festivities held in arctic weather. And, therefore, lots of fleece and Carhartt.
The year before was filled with friends and family in Austin – where Christmas Day temperatures edged upwards of 65F. Mayhap not so festive.
This year, I find myself camped out once again in Austin, sitting in a pool of sunlight, windows open, listening to the trickle of water from the pool outside. I find myself back in the land of tropical plants and golfers.
I have another week here before I drive out for a new adventure in Vermont… leaving for a new life in the northeast with Orvis as of pre-dawn on the first day of the new year.
Somehow it seems fitting.
So, here is to Christmases past and Christmas present.
I can’t begin to thank everyone who has offered their support for Fire Girl over the past few years. Now I can honestly say I have friends I never would have dreamed of in places far off the map. It’s been one epic adventure.
That said, this is the day to settle in with those you love and celebrate all that makes the rest of the year worthwhile. Spend some time with your loved ones – in person, over the phone… whatever – and think of the good times that have already happened. Dream of the better times yet to come.
Merry Christmas, guys.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you! Good luck and safe travels to the wintery Northeast!! Looking forward to all the great posts in the coming year!
Same to you as well, Ray! Here’s to an awesome 2014.
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