Sunday, 31 December 2017

Happy New Year

Just calling in to wish you all a very, very Happy New Year and to let you know I will be away from my blog for a while.  I’ve so enjoyed visiting all your blogs this year, and I thank you for visiting me here. Your comments always make me smile and sometimes laugh out loud. More often than not, they make me think and send me off to do more research! I’ve learnt so much from each of you, and I’m immensely grateful to be part of this great big blogging community. Most of all I thank you for your friendship which I value more than you can know.  I hope the new year brings you all much happiness and love.

Vintage cards from my collection.
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122 comments:

  1. Valerie-Jael31 December 2017 at 08:44

    Thanks Barbara! It has been a pleasure visiting your blog this year. I wish you and yours a happy, healthy and creative 2018. Hugs, Valerie

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 09:19

      Thanks so much Valerie and I wish the same for you.
      Happy New Year.
      Big hugs Barbara

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  2. Elephant's Child31 December 2017 at 09:14

    A very happy New Year to you and yours as well.
    I have thoroughly enjoyed your blog posts. Have a heap of fun, and I look forward to your return in Spring.

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 09:22


      I’ve loved your blog posts too and will have lots to catch up on when I return.
      I hope 2018 brings you everything your heart desires.

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  3. KC'sCourt!31 December 2017 at 10:43

    Happy New Year. Thank you for the interesting posts

    Julie xxxx.

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  4. Anonymous31 December 2017 at 11:48

    Happy New Year, Barbara! Have a wonderful start to the year. I'm already looking forward to spring to hear of your memory-making adventures. Enjoy!

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 13:56


      Happy New Year Marcia, I will try to make my spring post entertaining for you.
      Thanks for all your visits to my blog I’ve appreciated all of them.

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  5. Castles Crowns and Cottages31 December 2017 at 12:11

    Good morning dear friend! I hope that your time away until the daffodils, blue hyacinth and tulips rise with praise to the sky will be restful and rejuvenating!

    You are always such a dear to visit my Instagram. Have a sensational break and happy 2018!

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 13:58


      Hello Anita, thank you for your good wishes.
      I always enjoy visiting your Instagram and will look forward to more lovely photos next year.
      Happy New Year.

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  6. WILLIE...! =(^..^)=31 December 2017 at 13:09

    Welcome New Year.....
    We look forward to you
    A year of wonderful happiness
    A year of good health
    A year of great success
    A year of incredibly good luck
    A year of continuous fun
    A year of world peace
    Happy New Year 2018!

    I suppose l've enjoyed this Blog over the
    last 100yrs...HeHe! And..you ALL know l'm
    not into books, but, the great thing is
    with your posts Barbara, so cleverly written,
    l can work around them, and make things up as
    l go along...Thankyou! :).

    Sayings..mmmmmM!
    "Cheers to a new year and another chance for us
    to get it right". – Oprah Winfrey-

    "All our dreams can come true, if we have the
    courage to pursue them". – Walt Disney-

    “For last year’s words belong to last year’s language
    And next year’s words await another voice.”
    ― T.S. Eliot-


    "Hope smiles from the threshold of the year
    to come, whispering, 'It will be happier.'"
    - Alfred Lord Tennyson-

    So..Remember...
    "Live Simply, Love Generously, Care Deeply,
    Speak Kindly" Amen!

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 14:02

      It’s not been a hundred years Willie. It just feels that way sometimes... :-) I thank you for all your visits and entertaining comments. I love that you can make things up (like your New Year poem, which is very good).

      I love the sayings too, thanks Willie you are a treasure.

      I hope your Christmas weekend with family is going well.

      Happy New Year to you all.

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  7. Aril31 December 2017 at 13:39

    Happy New Year!
    Arilx

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  8. Sandra Cox31 December 2017 at 14:54

    Your blog is a joy, dear Barbara. Wishing you all the best in 2018.
    We'll leave the light on for you.
    Hugs

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 15:16

      That is such a lovely thing to say, thank you Sandra. x

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  9. colleen31 December 2017 at 15:16

    I will miss your blog! I do wish you an absolutely fantastic visit to Australia -fancy having 2 summers this year! Come back to us with many amusing /interesting stories and photos! Not a tall order- you are a magnet for adventures and photos- i will never forget your badger adventure-just one small example... Sending you BIG (((HUGS)))! See you in the Spring!

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 15:20

      I won't ever forget that either Colleen, it was such a thrill!
      It is so lovely having friends from around the world, and I will miss everyone very much, but I’m looking forward to another summer :-)
      Much love and Happy New Year.

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  10. Jeanie31 December 2017 at 21:13

    I'm so very sorry you'll be off blog for the next few months -- although I understand needing a break. I should do that sometime but i can't seem to stop. But you will be very missed by me and many others. Hopefully, your blog will remain up and active so we can revisit some of your wonderful posts and art.

    Meanwhile, sending hugs and wish you a very Happy New Year!

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 22:21

      My blog will still be here Jeanie it’s just me taking a break.
      Thank you for all your visits and comments during 2017, I’ve really enjoyed getting to know you, and I will be back to say hello soon.
      Happy New Year to you and your family. Barbara x

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  11. Bleubeard and Elizabeth31 December 2017 at 21:27

    Is it Spring yet??????????

    Since this is the last day of 2017, I want to personally wish you a safe, healthy, and creative New Year and a joyous 2018.

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    1. Barbara31 December 2017 at 22:00

      It will be in three months 😊
      Many thanks for your good wishes and I wish the same for you.
      Happy New Year x

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  12. Magic Love Crow1 January 2018 at 03:02

    You will be missed my friend! Your blog is a treasure! I love coming to it!
    Wishing you and your loved ones a Very Happy 2018, filled with dreams coming true! Here's to good health and lots of love!
    Big Hugs!

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    1. Barbara1 January 2018 at 12:31

      I will miss you too although I will try to visit your blog from time to time – it all depends on internet access!
      Thank you so much for the New Year wishes I wish the same for you.
      Happy New Year and Hugs Barbara

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  13. cleemckenzie1 January 2018 at 17:04

    Happy New Year, Barbara. Enjoy your time away. I'm sure it will involve hunting down some more special books to share with us.

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    1. Barbara2 January 2018 at 09:12

      You know me so well Lee!
      Happy New Year I hope 2018 brings you good health and good fortune.

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  14. Stephanie@Fairday's Blog1 January 2018 at 21:41

    Enjoy your break! I will look forward to your posts in the spring.

    Wishing you a happy and healthy 2018. It sounds like you are starting it off properly. :)

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    1. Barbara2 January 2018 at 09:22

      It’s definitely time for some R&R, but I will be back to see you in the spring.
      Happy New Year, Barbara

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  15. Darlene1 January 2018 at 21:59

    Have a wonderful break. I look forward to reading your posts when you return. Sending Happy New Year hugs!

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    1. Barbara2 January 2018 at 09:24


      Thank you Darlene, I will look forward to catching up with you soon.
      Happy New Year x

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  16. Nikki - Notes of Life1 January 2018 at 22:15

    Happy New Year to you and your family! I hope you have a wonderful 2018 :)

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    1. Barbara2 January 2018 at 09:27

      Thanks Nikki! Happy New Year, see you soon. x

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  17. klahanie2 January 2018 at 01:22

    Hi Barbara,

    I'm grateful for you being part of the amazing blog community and indeed, your wonderful blog posts.

    Looking forward to your return in the season of renewal that be spring.

    A happy, hopeful 2018 to you and your loved ones, Barbara.

    Gary 😀

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    1. Barbara2 January 2018 at 09:30

      Thanks so much Gary. I always enjoy visiting your blog and look forward to new post from you, and I will be over in the spring to see what I’ve missed out on.
      I hope the New Year brings peace and happiness to you, your lovely son and Miss Penny. :-)

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  18. Nasreen3 January 2018 at 05:54

    Happy New Year, Barbara! I hope you've had a wonderful start to 2018!

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    1. Barbara3 January 2018 at 14:39

      Thank you Nasreen.
      I hope the New Year brings you much joy.

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  19. Shashi Nayagam3 January 2018 at 22:16

    Dear Barbara, Happy New Year! Hope you and Terry have recovered from your cold and are raring to go. Thank you so much for all your wonderful posts. I looked forward to your posts eagerly and I am going to miss them very much. Your blog has been a big source of wonderful information and the eye candy has been too good. I wish you and Terry safe and happy travels. Take care and i shall await your return eagerly in the spring. Ah Barbara what are we going to do without your posts!😔

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  20. Barbara4 January 2018 at 09:22

    Dear Shashi, thank you so much I will miss you too. I feel quite overwhelmed by your lovely comment thank you for being my friend. Hugs Barbara

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  21. Sharon4 January 2018 at 20:08

    Happy New Year, Barbara!

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    1. Barbara5 January 2018 at 11:33

      Thanks Sharon and a very Happy New Year to you too! x

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  22. RO7 January 2018 at 13:30

    Happy New Year to you, and I'm absolutely thrilled to have met a new friend, Barbara! You've taught me so much, and I wish you lots of smiles and much peace for this year! Hugs...RO

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    1. Barbara7 January 2018 at 15:19

      Oh bless you RO, I feel just the same about you. Happy New Year, hugs Barbara

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  23. Debbie Nolan11 January 2018 at 14:41

    Dear Barbara - will miss you until spring - hope you have a lovely start to the New Year. Hugs!

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    1. Barbara11 January 2018 at 16:20

      Thank you so much Debbie, see you in the spring. Hugs Barbara

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  24. Crystal Collier11 January 2018 at 19:07

    Enjoy your time away! I've been absent more than my fair share, and it was good. Wishing you a wonderful break.

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    1. Barbara11 January 2018 at 22:27

      Thanks Crystal. I will look forward to catching up with you in the spring.

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    2. Barbara11 January 2018 at 22:28

      Thanks Crystal. I will look forward to catching up with you soon...

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  25. Barbara11 January 2018 at 22:28

    Thanks Crystal. I will look forward to catching up with you soon.

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  26. Lowcarb team member12 January 2018 at 00:06

    I'm slightly late in getting to your blog!

    Wishing you and yours a very happy New Year.
    I always enjoy your blog posts, and look forward to your return in the Spring.
    In the meantime have fun.

    My good wishes

    All the best Jan

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  27. Felicity Grace Terry13 January 2018 at 13:50

    Apologies it has taken me quite so long to drop by, blessings to you and yours this coming year.

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  28. Love Affair with Food18 January 2018 at 22:01

    Happy New Year and wishing you all the best for 2018!

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  29. Yanting Gueh19 January 2018 at 07:32

    Enjoy your long break, dear Barbara! Hope you and Terry have a wonderful time in Australia & NZ!

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  30. Misha Gerrick23 January 2018 at 10:34

    I hope 2018 is treating you well. :-)

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  31. Sue (this n that)2 February 2018 at 21:08

    Thank you for your beautiful thoughts and words Barbara. Those same good wishes to you and yours. Enjoy your break and your trip and catching up with your loved ones.
    It's always a pleasure to visit you and to receive your kind and thoughtful comments at mine. Hugs, Sue xx

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  32. Kokila gupta13 February 2018 at 08:02

    Ah...Yes, indeed. For old times sake..:) Happy new year, friend! Wishes..

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  33. RO19 February 2018 at 15:24

    Just peeking in to let you know I'm thinking about you and hoping all is well! Hugs...RO

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  34. Anonymous8 April 2018 at 12:39

    Great post.

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  35. Anonymous28 July 2018 at 01:55

    Hello, I read your blogs regularly. Your story-telling style is awesome, keep it up!

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  36. Lowcarb team member31 July 2018 at 00:25

    Just stopping by to say hello …
    Hoping all is well.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Barbara1 August 2018 at 15:18

      Hello Jan, Thank you so much for calling in. All fine here, just being very lazy at visiting blogs or posting anything to my own site. I do hope to get back to it one day.
      Hope you are well, Barbara.

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    2. Lowcarb team member1 August 2018 at 19:07

      Pleased to hear all is well.
      Many thanks for your comment on the low carb diabetic blog.

      Enjoy your days

      All the best Jan

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  37. S.P.Moss25 September 2018 at 16:27

    And a "Hello" from me, too. Hope you've had a wonderful summer.

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    1. Barbara14 October 2018 at 15:12

      Hello, lovely to hear from you. I enjoyed the summer very much, lots of time for reading and being thoroughly lazy. I hope all going well for you. Barbara x

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    2. Sue (this n that)24 October 2018 at 01:39

      ... and a hi from me, keep enjoying your break it's always nice to take time out to make time for other things. Cheers!

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    3. Barbara24 October 2018 at 09:22

      Hi Sue, I am enjoying it but the longer it goes on the harder I'm finding it to return to 'work'. :-) Hope all is well with you, Barbara

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  38. Sandra Cox5 November 2018 at 16:22

    Hey, Barbara, just stopped by to say hi.
    Lovely to hear from you.
    Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

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    1. Barbara9 December 2018 at 14:58

      Hi Sandra, lovely to hear from you too. All well in this little corner, missing my blogging friends and keep thinking I should write a post and then another month goes past... you know how it is. x

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  39. Lowcarb team member11 December 2018 at 22:12

    Thought I really must stop by and say Happy Christmas Wishes.
    Hope you've had a good year.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Barbara15 December 2018 at 12:45

      Thank you so much Jan, it's good to hear from you. I must pop over and say hello on your blog. Happy Christmas and all the very best for 2019.

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  40. Sushil YD18 December 2018 at 19:05

    Happy New Year 2019 the first celebration of the year is just a couple of days ahead of us. And we are highly excited and going crazy about it. Of course, going crazy about it holds a lot of reasons. Like, first of all, it is the day which is a start to a new year. As well as it is the time when we do make resolutions and try our best to stick with it. In addition to that, it is another big celebration after Christmas. And we all want to party our heart out on this day.

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    1. Barbara10 January 2019 at 09:05

      Happy New Year Sushil. I hope 2019 is a great year for you.

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  41. Nikki - Notes of Life1 January 2019 at 13:49

    Happy New Year and all the best for 2019! I hope you're well :)

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    1. Barbara9 January 2019 at 17:12

      Hello Nikki-ann, great to hear from you. I'm fine hope the same is true for you. x

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    2. Nikki - Notes of Life16 January 2019 at 19:48

      I'm OK, thanks. Thanks for dropping by :)

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  42. Anonymous13 January 2019 at 06:31

    Greetings! I've been following your site for a long time now and finally got the courage to go
    ahead and give you a shout out from Porter Texas!

    Just wanted to tell you keep up the excellent job!

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    1. Barbara26 January 2019 at 16:07

      Thank you so much, I appreciate your visits and comment.

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  43. Michael20 May 2019 at 16:29

    Love reading your blog! I noticed that you are answering comments but not making any new posts. I wonder why is that? :)

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    1. Barbara22 May 2019 at 09:12

      Hi Michael, so glad you are enjoying the blog. I'm taking some time off while sorting out a few issues at home plus I'm not sure blogs are relevant anymore as more and more people are turning to Podcasts and/or Vlogging. I’m not sure I have the knowledge or will to tackle either of those, so I’m enjoying my ‘retirement’ while mulling it over.

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  44. Anonymous26 May 2019 at 07:42

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    web page, that's what this web page is providing.

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  45. Anonymous26 May 2019 at 08:19

    Hi there, I enjoy reading all of your post.
    I wanted to write a little comment to support you.

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  46. Anonymous4 June 2019 at 09:23

    bookmarked!!, I love your site!

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    1. Barbara10 June 2019 at 14:41

      Thank you so much, I'm glad you are enjoying it. Barbara

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  47. Bet11 June 2019 at 16:14

    Thanks, have a happy 2019 :)

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  48. Barbara15 June 2019 at 06:57

    Hi Bet, I hope 2019 is going well for you. Barbara

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  49. Mary Ann Tate18 July 2019 at 17:26

    Hello Barbara. This is a test comment to see if your email fix will work. You should get back to blogging as you have a lovely blog.

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    1. Barbara8 August 2019 at 10:11

      Hi Mary Ann, thanks for trying. I didn't get an email but the comment did arrive on the blog. Thanks also for your kind words. Barbara

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  50. Anonymous4 October 2019 at 07:43

    Hello, I enjoy reading all of your post. I like to write a little comment to support you.

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  51. Nikki - Notes of Life23 December 2019 at 15:29

    I do miss your blog posts!

    I thought I'd take time to pop over and wish you a Merry Christmas and all the best for the new year! I hope you have a wonderful time :)

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    1. Barbara24 December 2019 at 09:10

      Thank you so much Nikki-ann. I miss all my blogging friends and keep thinking I should write a post or two but then life gets in the way. :-) I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and a super New Year. xx

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    2. Nikki - Notes of Life29 December 2019 at 18:33

      Thanks for dropping by. Happy New Year! :)

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    3. Barbara7 January 2020 at 11:38

      Thanks Nikki-ann, Happy New Year to you too. I hope 2020 is an excellent year for you.

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  52. Draffin Bears28 December 2019 at 02:22

    Dear Barbara,

    Thanks so much for the kind visit and hope your Christmas was lovely. I have not been blogging much either, seem to be busy lately.
    Happy holidays and best wishes for 2020
    hugs
    Carolyn

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    1. Barbara7 January 2020 at 11:38

      Hi Carolyn, I noticed you are blogging a little less but I like to visit you when you do. We had a lovely Christmas, Thank you asking and your good wishes.
      Hugs Barbara

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  53. Sue (this n that)15 January 2020 at 06:01

    Wishing you a very happy new year Barbara, all the very best xx

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    1. Barbara21 January 2020 at 09:24

      Thank you Sue. I hope 2020 is treating you well. xx

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  54. Draffin Bears6 April 2020 at 01:55

    thank you for your very kind visit Barbara and was lovely catching up with you.
    You take care and stay safe and well.
    hugs
    Carolyn

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  55. Nikki - Notes of Life3 August 2020 at 18:54

    Hey, just checking in. I hope all is OK with you.
    Take care :)

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  56. Barbara19 August 2020 at 08:28

    Hi Nikki, all well here, thank you so much for calling in. I will be over to your blog to say hi. Barbara x

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  57. Nikki - Notes of Life17 December 2020 at 18:21

    Hello! While it won't be the best of Christmases, I thought I'd pop over and wish you a Merry Christmas and here's hoping next year is so much better!

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    1. Barbara13 January 2021 at 21:21

      Hello Nikki, how lovely to hear from you. Happy New Year to you, stay safe and well. Barbara x

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  58. Shashi Nayagam15 January 2021 at 20:21

    Hi Barbara how are you? Miss your blogging. Hope all is well.

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  59. Barbara21 January 2021 at 17:10

    Hi Shashi, we are both well, thank you for asking. Just staying at home as much as we can and waiting for this horrid virus to pass. I must admit I'm missing the blogging world but never seem to get around to doing anything about it :-)
    I see your comments and pictures on Facebook from time to time and they always make me smile.
    Keep well

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  60. Nikki - Notes of Life21 March 2021 at 22:06

    Hey, just checking in. I hope you're keeping well. Take care :)

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  61. Unknown25 March 2021 at 02:25

    Hi I'm Rafly ...
    I'm 15 years old ...
    I'm from Indonesia ...
    I really like your blog💗💗

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  62. Barbara25 March 2021 at 20:56

    Hello Rafly, nice to meet you.
    Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.
    Barbara

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  63. Nikki - Notes of Life4 October 2021 at 20:55

    Just checking in to see how you are. I hope you're well :)

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    1. Barbara5 October 2021 at 09:51

      That is so kind of you. Lots going on in my life right now but I'm well thank you. I will call in at your blog and say hello. xx

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    2. Nikki - Notes of Life10 October 2021 at 20:25

      I'm glad to hear you're well. Take care :)

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  64. Nikki - Notes of Life30 December 2021 at 18:25

    I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. All the best for the new year!

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    1. Barbara1 January 2022 at 11:31

      Hi Nikki, we did thank you and even better our grandson just spent three days with us. We had not seen him for two years so a real cause for celebration. We need to see our son and family in Australia now, and 2022 will be complete. :) xx

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    2. Nikki - Notes of Life5 January 2022 at 17:53

      Oh wow, that's wonderful! I hope you make it to Australia this year. :)

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  65. Anonymous5 December 2022 at 15:53

    new year wishes 2023 for you to have a wonderful new year ahead.

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    1. Barbara Fisher6 December 2022 at 07:13

      Thank you. I wish the same for you.

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  66. Nikki - Notes of Life1 April 2023 at 19:31

    Just popping by to say hello!

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  67. Barbara Fisher4 April 2023 at 10:52

    Hi Nikki, I hope life is treating you kindly. All well here. xx

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  68. Nikki - Notes of Life1 January 2024 at 17:36

    Just popping by to wish you a Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas :)

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    1. Anonymous3 January 2024 at 05:57

      Hi Nikki, thank you for your good wishes. We had a very enjoyable Christmas, thank you. I hope you had a good one. I hope 2024 brings you nothing but good things. Barbara xx

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