2021 Accomplishments

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2021 Accomplishments - not in any particular order



Created The Swanson-Frost scholarship at Augustana College


Got vaccinated and boosted for Covid 19


Celebrated Kristin and Scott getting married for the 2nd time - this time with many family and friends


Gathered with Family and friends

  •     For Xochitl's 3rd birthday
  •     Family trip to Brookfield Zoo
  •     Thanksgiving
  •     Christmas Eve

Lost 10 lbs.

Visited with my mom in March and October


Enjoyed the warmth of Edisto, Charleston and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina in April


Explored Pagosa Springs, Colorado, Taos and Santa Fe, New Mexico in June and celebrated my 65th 
    birthday in Santa Fe


Visited Joy and Dan in Michigan for a few days in August


Explored the Poconos and the Delaware Water Gap area late August


Enjoyed pre-Christmas decorations and celebratory fireworks at Colonial Williamsburg as well as attending interesting programs


Enjoyed holidays at home celebrating Christmas and New Years!





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