Yes, Happy New Year to each and all of you!
Thanks for your participation in the forum.
My 2015 did not go as I had hoped or planned, either, but it did allow for some positive accomplishments. I was able to have another successful Children's Christmas Party again in Tabango, Leyte. The party has been there for two years now, and the previous year was in Inabanga, Bohol. All three events were a huge success in that between 180 to 240 poor children got a good meal and a gift, and were able to have some fun. Games were played, songs were sung, and all received candies and treats of various kinds as well. Most of these children had never received a Christmas gift before, and even though these were inexpensive toys, they were heartily received and enjoyed. I am hoping to get a website for my charity started soon so that I might get some others interested in helping with donations so I don't have to shoulder the expense by myself. When I retire, then I can't afford to do it alone, but I will allow God to provide as He always does.
My hopes for 2016 are to finish the work on my house, get my appraisal and loan, buy out my ex-wife's half of the house, and then either sell or rent the place so that I will be free to move to the Philippines. I also need to start a diet, lose some weight, and start an exercise routine. (I have made those 3 resolutions a few times in the past)
Happy New Year!!!!