Dear Family:
I want to apologize for my long-term absences. I miss communicating with all of you. I also miss the joy of posting and sharing information while learning other's life experiences. This is a very special place and a beautiful crowd of wonderful human beings associate here and it is a genuine family.
I have found that there is no difference felt in the deepest sense of peace, comfort and happiness that one receives from the love of this family, despite distance and limitations. It is unique and extremely special. It is now the end of another calendar year. I sincerely hope everyone is doing well, staying healthy, feeling positive, and making new plans. I urge all of you to assist one another, to communicate, to avoid conflict, to share, to love, and to make good decisions. The length of time in one average life span is not great, however, there is so much wisdom in stopping, reflecting, thinking and planning before making important choices.
All of you saved my life and brought me out of the darkness. All of you are forever embedded in my heart in the deepest places and are my REAL family, my TRUE friends. I love all of you dearly and wish you the greatest, most joyful, wonderful, exciting, and loving year-end, holiday season, and time with your freinds and family! May your paths avoid obstacles, may your health and education continue to improve, and may your life increase next year!
with warmest regards, virtual hugs, and true love,
Mario Juliano Grande Balletta