Moments in our lives
Well, the new year is in full swing. Everyone officially went back to work, all that good stuff. This week I attended a recital at the Armenian Embassy for Armenian Christmas, with various local pianists, etc. I chatted with a couple interesting people. My father officially introduced me to the Ambassador (I can't remember if I had formally met him before) and he seemed to be a truly down to earth and humble man. He told me of the times he visited our home many many years ago when I was a child. I guess he and my father are good friends.
I also met a nice many, Colonel Juskalian. He's an interesting fellow. Apparently when I was 2 years old when my family lived in Vienna, Virginia, my mom was out shopping with us kids, as was he. One of them overheard the other speaking Armenian and they were compelled to say something. He remembered this (26 years later) and shared the story with me. It's amazing the things we remember. I can't remember little details about yesterday, like what the final score was on the Redskins game. But I can remember insignificant things about my childhood. I don't remember that, but it's just interesting to see what sticks in people's minds.
Washington is crazed with (American) Football Playoffs. The Washington Redskins are still in the game after winning against the Tampa Bay Bucaneers. I love it! I love football, I love sports, I love the excitement, and I love talking about it Monday morning... especially when we win. There's a guy in the office who doesn't enjoy it as much, he's a Philly Eagles fan. hahaha.
I have started to appreciate these moments in life that add up to a great life. Every once in a while, I need to realize that this is what life is. Moments make it up and when we allow the good ones to shine, life seems so much better. When we push aside the things that don't matter, we make more room for the good moments. There have been many good moments so far this year, and my new year's resolution is to open my eyes and heart to the many more to come!
Next week is the AIPRG Conference (Armenian International and Policy Research Group) to be held at the World Bank again. I'll be taking photos again and will share them with you all... along with my sum up of the conference.
I also met a nice many, Colonel Juskalian. He's an interesting fellow. Apparently when I was 2 years old when my family lived in Vienna, Virginia, my mom was out shopping with us kids, as was he. One of them overheard the other speaking Armenian and they were compelled to say something. He remembered this (26 years later) and shared the story with me. It's amazing the things we remember. I can't remember little details about yesterday, like what the final score was on the Redskins game. But I can remember insignificant things about my childhood. I don't remember that, but it's just interesting to see what sticks in people's minds.
Washington is crazed with (American) Football Playoffs. The Washington Redskins are still in the game after winning against the Tampa Bay Bucaneers. I love it! I love football, I love sports, I love the excitement, and I love talking about it Monday morning... especially when we win. There's a guy in the office who doesn't enjoy it as much, he's a Philly Eagles fan. hahaha.
I have started to appreciate these moments in life that add up to a great life. Every once in a while, I need to realize that this is what life is. Moments make it up and when we allow the good ones to shine, life seems so much better. When we push aside the things that don't matter, we make more room for the good moments. There have been many good moments so far this year, and my new year's resolution is to open my eyes and heart to the many more to come!
Next week is the AIPRG Conference (Armenian International and Policy Research Group) to be held at the World Bank again. I'll be taking photos again and will share them with you all... along with my sum up of the conference.
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