So this happened tonight. 

We’ve been through a lot in 2016, but in so many different ways most of what we’ve been through this year has simply reaffirmed our resolve in turning our crazy little hopyard into something bigger. Something that gives us stability, that shows our roots, something – to give us hope. 

This is my symbol of that hope. A symbol of this place (the anchor being the major element on the Rhode Island state flag). A symbol of that stability. Now I get to remind myself of that commitment every time I look down at my arm. 

Time to get to work on an even better 2017.

Cheers.