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Tuesday, 27 December 2011

Bye-Bye 2011, Hello 2012!

The year 2011 has come to a close and I have to say this year has just passed away too quickly.
There are many bitter sweet memories this year and I wish I had not made too many rash decisions. I hope I act very sensibly the next year but also have loads of fun and not let go of the opportunities God sends my way.

But looking at the bright side, for just a couple of months I had some joyous moments with great new friends at work who were so kind and loved me unconditionally. Thanks dears!! And despite the dilemma and lots of troubles, I have bought a flat although it is being built. (I'm not going to think about mortgage!)

The best bit - I discovered blogland and I have had such fun visiting all the lovely blogs. This was a new world where very nice people posted beautiful things and are always very polite, encouraging, inspirational, optimistic and talented.  I really appreciate all your kind comments and visits and enjoy reading your posts and seeing the world through your pictures. I hope to continue this journey and meet lots of friends next year too!




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31 comments:

  1. ADRIAN27 December 2011 at 23:48

    I hope the flat is perfect and you have a wonderful 2012.
    Keep Happy.

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  2. Bob Bushell28 December 2011 at 01:26

    Happy New Year 2012.

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  3. Be_withme28 December 2011 at 02:21

    Wish u happy 2012 ;O)

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  4. Fernando Santos (Chana)28 December 2011 at 05:03

    Olá, votos de continuação de Boas Festas....
    Cumprimentos

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  5. sprinkles28 December 2011 at 15:54

    I have some bittersweet memories too. But overall, it was a good year. A year of loss and change for me.

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  6. Red28 December 2011 at 17:34

    Here' a hot tip. When you get older time seems to pass by more quickly! Of course, I know this from experience.
    I enjoy following your blog. Keep up the good work.
    All the best to you and your family in 2012.

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  7. Dawn28 December 2011 at 19:01

    I hope all is good in your home! How exciting!!
    I wish you a wonderful and happy new year ahead!!!

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  8. Suldog29 December 2011 at 05:41

    "... very nice people posted beautiful things and are always very polite, encouraging, inspirational, optimistic and talented."

    I see you've visited my place.

    And you haven't gotten very far into the archives :-)

    Thanks for stopping by, and for the kind words!

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  9. Ruby29 December 2011 at 06:32

    Adrian, thanks for promoting my blog and those lovely comments! Buddaress wow! But I just don't have the patience and tolerance :) Wishing you many more adventures in the next year!!

    Bob, Fernando,Burhan Thanks for your wishes!!

    Sprinkles, here's wishing you countless happiness and joyful times next year, Cheers Ruby!

    Red, that is so true! Thanks for your kind comment and wishes!

    Dawn, Thank you for the wishes and I hope to read a lots more interesting posts from you the next year too :)

    Suldog, Thanks for your visit! And, yes I absolutely meant you ("The Gift" post) when I wrote that line.

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  10. Dan29 December 2011 at 10:33

    Here's wishing you a happy, healthy and balanced New Year.

    Cheers!
    Daniel

    http://daniels-view.blogspot.com/

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  11. Velvet Over Steel29 December 2011 at 19:52

    Wishing you a wonderful, safe and very Happy New Year, Ruby!!

    Hugs and Many Blessings,
    Coreen XOXO

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  12. PeterParis30 December 2011 at 01:05

    Happy New Year to you as well! Keep blogging! :-)

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  13. Rajesh30 December 2011 at 04:00

    Beautiful.
    Wish you Happy and Prosperous New Year.

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  14. Marco C.30 December 2011 at 14:45

    Happy new year 2012 Ruby!

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  15. Digital Flower Pictures30 December 2011 at 16:36

    I am going to look forward to what you have in store for us in 2012.

    God Bless your New Year Miss Ruby.

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  16. Anonymous30 December 2011 at 17:12

    Happy New Year!

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  17. Anne31 December 2011 at 07:54

    Happy new year, Ruby, for you and yours!
    Anne

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  18. Galadriel31 December 2011 at 08:20

    Ricambiamo con tutto il cuore gli auguri di un buon 2012 che possa essere per te l'anno piu bello della tua vita. Un abbraccio da Galadriel e Legolas de "Ilpeccatoveniale"

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  19. Ramakrishnan31 December 2011 at 10:00

    Have another great year & a rocking rollicking ride into 2012,

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  20. L. D. 31 December 2011 at 12:01

    Happy New Year to you also. I enjoy your blog.

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  21. The Poet1 January 2012 at 02:02

    Hello Ruby. Happy New Year!
    We've all had our share of trials & tribulations in 2011, but each experience, be it good or bad, has taught us a little something about ourselves. I am grateful for my moments because even though my directions may have changed many times, I was never lost.

    Wishing you all the best with your new flat & hope this coming year is filled with lots of happiness, laughter & an abundance of love.

    Thanks for sharing & for your support throughout the year. Your comments have been appreciated.

    A Poet's Immortal Thoughts

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  22. SandyCarlson1 January 2012 at 16:59

    I wish you the best of everything and every happiness in 2012!

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  23. Dave1 January 2012 at 18:05

    Ruby, thanks for your New Year wishes, and I wish you the same. I agree with your comments about other bloggers. They are lovely people - Dave

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  24. Ruby1 January 2012 at 21:02

    Thanks friends for all your warm wishes!!

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  25. Anonymous2 January 2012 at 04:32

    Happy New Year to you too Ruby. Best to you! :)

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  26. Anonymous3 January 2012 at 06:52

    Hello Ruby, its great to meet you! Good luck with the flat and don't worry about the mortgage. Hey, you'll have your own place! Best wishes for a healthy and propserous New Year!

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  27. Ed Pilolla4 January 2012 at 15:26

    what an enchanting little lagoon. i couldn't help but gaze. happy new year to you. here from mickie's place.

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  28. Lisa 4 January 2012 at 16:35

    Ruby wishing you all the very best int this the New Year. Love your image and words.

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  29. Karen @ Pieces of Contentment4 January 2012 at 17:27

    Hi from another Blogling who discovered the joys of blogging in 2011. 2012, a year of new possibilities.

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  30. Ruby4 January 2012 at 22:08

    Thanks for your wishes Lord Thomas, Lisa, and Stephen.

    Ed, this place is the Jurassic coast in UK. It is very enchanting and the view is mesmerizing from the cliff tops.

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  31. Lavanya12 January 2012 at 18:41

    Happy New year madam!! have a rocking year ahead!!

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