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2012 – 2013 Family News
Posted on 02. Apr, 2013 by jimbate.
Wow, it has been over a year since I have posted something to my website and I figured it was about time to get back at it. A number of things happened in the past year, one is the trip I took to Austria and Holland for work in May and Nadine and I went to Israel and Jordan for a great two week vacation in October/November.
Colin and Noah
The most important event that happened in 2013 is the birth of my first grandson, Noah Grayson Bate. We will be going to meet him on the first of May and I cannot wait. Nadine was able to get down to Bermuda for a visit in February and spent a week with Colin and Lynne. So many people have said to me there is nothing more special than grandchildren. I know they are right.
New things happening in the family this year is the new 90 day fitness challenge and the creation of Body by Bate, a new health and fitness website. Adam and Devon will be taking the personal fitness training course this month and will try and help those who need their expertise. Peter will look after the new membership clients and keep track of their interests.
This past month I have brewed my first beer at home, a nice pale ale. I also have a batch of wine fermenting and look forward to sampling some of the pinot noir. I have decided to learn more about making beer and wine at home and helping those who have questions and want to break into this hobby.
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Colin and Lynne
Posted on 19. Mar, 2012 by jimbate.
March 14, 2012 – a very special day. Colin and Lynne exchanged their wedding vows and their wedding rings on a beautiful beach in Bermuda. Nadine and I were witness to this wonderful event and were proud to take part in the ceremony. Lynne is a very beautiful young woman and they appear to be very much in love. We enjoyed ourselves during our stay on the island and must thank Orbis for the use of their apartment while we were there. I wish them all the best in their future and look forward to when they visit Nova Scotia.
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Colin’s Visit
Posted on 05. Sep, 2011 by jimbate.
Wow, what an unexpected surprise, Colin arrived for the long weekend. All four boys were home for Devon’s move to University. Adam and Colin had arranged this visit and did a great job of keeping it a secret. The weather was fantastic and we all had a great Labour Day Weekend. The swim in the pool was very refreshing.
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Devon’s first day at Dalhousie
Posted on 04. Sep, 2011 by jimbate.
Sunday was a special day for Devon. His first day at University. Dalhousie is in for a special treat as Devon readies himself for a wonderful learning experience. Frosh week will be something he will talk about for years to come, as he meets new friends and sees a whole new world of adventure.
