Talk about a bitch….2009 has been a very difficult year to say the least. As we approach the end of the year, I cannot help myself to think that most of us are happy that the year and the first decade of the 21st century is ending. I for one am glad that we are turning a new page and entering a New Year, 2010 and a new decade. Good riddance to the bad economy, the layoffs, the credit card bills, the bailouts, George Bush and exploited consumerism….you can add more to that list I am sure…hopefully they are all truly behind us for good.
Maybe after all the mistakes, hardships and pitfalls, we will all learn to be thankful for the things we have a cherish, like our health and our families and do with a little less than before and to be more charitable. I do have to note that at least our business at Rad Grapes has actually improved nicely in the last quarter of 2009 and finished with a very good December, so at least we are finishing a dreadful year on a positive note. That being said, I still feel like I am behind theĀ 8 ball, when it comes to bills for the foreseeable future, but as long as the economy and sales continue to improve, hard work and improved wine sales will fix everything…
I hope 2010 brings good health and more of that prosperity to all. Pop some corks tonight, have a good time, be safe and count your blessings. Cheers…