Two weeks until Christmas, three weeks until the New Year, my how time has flown by. It seems like just yesterday I was seeing the early spring bloom.
I often become very reflective at this time of the year, looking back at the year that has gone by, planning for the year ahead.
2025 was a good year. We lived well, and traveled comfortably. I have done some good reading this year. I have become increasingly engaged in my community. I have had some fun playing in the kitchen, exploring new arts and rediscovering arts from the very distant past.
Highlights of the year?
- Bermuda, Brugge, lunch with Duncan and Stephen, St. Andrews. Flying home first class.
- Getting the top fixed on the little VW, and enjoying putting the roof down through the fall.
- Getting to know the neighbors. This one takes some effort. A couple of years ago we started hosting a monthly LGBTQI+ gathering here at the condo. We have made some dear friends through this. It does take some effort to remember to plan something, each month. I have become very involved in the community Arts group, and through that have met more neighbors.
- Lots and lots of long walks. Rediscovering the joy of going into the City and wandering a museum for an hour or two.
- Getting back into the pool. This started with water aerobics, then some laps, and now deep water active movement. I have even lost a little weight.
Regrets for the year?
- I coulda, shouda, visited some family and friends. I intended to, and just didn't. I have excuses.
- Worrying about money, when I don't really didn't need to. Related to coulda, woulda, shouda.
- The Sunday Five has to continue by popular demand. It is a grind to keep coming up with questions.
- Monday Moods prompt me to do a check-up from the neck-up.
- Tuesday Travels will continue
- My World of Wonders on Wednesdays
- I enjoy the Thursday Rambles, it gives me a place to write essays about whatever I am thinking about.
- The freestyle Fridays will continue.
- The Saturday Morning Post - looks like a series on creativity. The 50 states was fun, it is done, and in the end was probably the least popular theme day. Still I did it for me, to record the unimportant little things that shouldn't be forgotten. The challenge will be to sustain the creativity, but then that is one of the challenges of creativity.
I will say the Sunday Five is a favorite!!!! Otherwise don't fret it. Blog what you feel when you feel it. After all you answer to no one.
ReplyDeleteMy only regret this year was waiting so late in the year to have my oral surgery. What was I thinking? This may be the first holiday season I lose weight!!! I have already lost 7 pounds.
Sunday Five has become a fixture. I hope you back to devouring what ever you fancy, soon.
DeleteYes, I too enjoy Sunday Five. Aside from knowing some push button subjects, I've noted people do like blog writing that is personal. Throw in some facts and information at times, but the personal is important. I think your blog is good as it is, so maybe alter it a bit, but I wouldn't change it too much. Btw, I've done my duty and clicked on some plasterboard wall plugs ads.
ReplyDeleteI have never seen a plasterboard wall plug ad.
DeleteThe Sunday Five is fun, but shouldn’t stress you out. I’ll take whatever’s on offer.
ReplyDeleteI measure reader happiness by comments.
DeleteWhile I will join the crowd and express my love for the Sunday Five, I also love the other things you post as well. I liked 50 states, I like a Ramble .... I say blog what you want.
ReplyDeleteMy soapbox, I can say what I want.
DeleteThe Creativity theme has a lot of potential!
ReplyDeleteAnd maybe it will help me learn new things.
DeleteLots to think about and lots to do. I enjoy all your posts theme or no theme.
ReplyDeleteThanks, I enjoy writing and posting. Your photos are a highlight of everyday.
DeleteI enjoy all of your posts, David!
ReplyDeleteThanks,
DeleteI enjoy your posts also, David, and live vicariously through your adventurous and curious spirit.
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