I have been so busy with work lately, that I have had a hard time finding time to blog!! So today I've decided to take a break and write!! I am so blessed to have the job I have with the way the economy has been. My poor husband has practically been begging his boss not to fire him and had to pick up another job just so we can keep our heads above water!! He has also been applying every odd job that comes up, hoping something worthwhile will come along. He is also considering becoming a Highway Patrol Officer. While he is desperately looking for work, I've received a raise! Can you believe it! I suppose this quote really does ring true~ "Wine gives strength to weary men!" Homer. I suppose people really do tend to drink more when they are depressed or suffering from the effects of the economy ;). Or...they find getting away to wine country for a weekend is a lot cheaper than going elsewhere...especially for us Californians. But our wine is not cheap...it averages $30 a bottle. Other wineries have seen declines in sales while we are actually seeing increases!! I'll have to admit our wine is pretty damn good and so is our marketing!! But I still am in awe as to how well we are doing. I love what I do and will be very sad when it comes time for me to leave...which will be happening in the near future! I am actually starting the nursing program in August and will not be able to pursue both school and working full time at once! Cheers!