OK, it’s my first thanksgiving as an American, so I’m supposed to let the world know what I am thankful for. This has been an incredible year full of connections and change for the better.
My on going sanity check and extended American family. Steve, Carl, Cheryl, Matt, Tracy, Beth, Carey, JB, Heidi, Rob, Rob, Robert, George, Jillian, Chris, big Rob and 80’s hair Chris. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all you’ve done. It’s been an awesome year.
The Sounders for doing what Coventry City are seemingly incapable of, being successful.
For “Team Dave”, I know you don’t like the label, but it will look awesome on the t-shirt, I promise. You’ve made a marginal project manager look competent, and that’s quite the achievement. Andrew, Scott and Bryan, three leaders who gave me the freedom to be successful.
Lorna and Michelle who have just taken care of business for me for the last three years so I don’t have to worry about it. Peter and John for showing me what an editor can do. Mick for his infinite patience in refinancing my mortgage and friendship, you won’t have to deal with being threatened this time, I promise. The finest team of professionals headed by Mike and Mike for keeping me healthy. 
For my family in the UK, for supporting and being there.
Finally, but not least: The ponytail. Thank you hun. 