Hi Damian,

A.

How are things going in the Big Apple? I must say, I really envy you getting that New York gig with the company. Somehow they overlooked me on that one and I am forced to slug it out here through another frigid and snowy Montreal winter. I heard through the grapevine that business is going well there. Rumor has it that you guys are just about to close a big deal with the New York State government. Great news! Good for the company and good for you. Keep up the great work!

B.

Did you hear about Marie Kent leaving the company just before year-end? It was a bit of a shock to say the least. She gave one week's notice and was gone. Nobody knows for sure what's up with her but rumors have been flying fast and furious that she went through a bit of a personal meltdown. There could be some truth to that since her long time relationship ended recently and three months ago she was passed over for that director position that was up for grabs. As for me, I have so much on my plate these days because of the Systemix Project. We are entering the second phase now, and that is expected to run for two years, at least. Todd Hirai is Senior Project Manager and I am Team Leader of the Digital Encoding Group. I am enjoying it so far. Whether I'll feel the same way in three years, I'm not sure. By then I might be ready to join you in New York.

C.

I'm still kicking butt in the squash court and am managing to get in two or three matches per week. What about squash in New York? Have you been able to play any over there? Have you met any players who can beat you? I have to go now and attend to family duties. Gus needs some help with his homework and Beth wants me to fix something in the kitchen. You single guys traveling the world sure are lucky! Keep me posted whenever you can. I really enjoy receiving your letters and getting the details of your life in New York.

Your squash buddy,

Diego