1. Did you make resolutions or set goals for the year we're waving goodbye? How did that work out for you? Will you set any goals for this new year, new season, or new month? Share one or two if you'd like to share.
I don't make resolutions...even when I did, I always forgot about them. I'm also not a "goal" person. I'm learning to live in the moment and enjoy the present.
2. When did you have the most fun this year?
I had a lot of fun this past year! But, I'd have to say the most fun I had was on my trip to Ireland. (Yes, another trip to Ireland!) I used to be anti-tour, but Vagabond Tours is incredible...small groups, amazing "vagaguides", and being shown "off the beaten path" places. I went on my 3rd tour with them. We had a total of 11 people in our group, and we got along famously. (Well, mostly. As you all know, there's always that "1 person" or "1 couple" in a group. Luckily, we had ours-which means it wasn't me!) As it turns out, several of the ladies (me included) were born in March of the same year. Maybe that had something to do with it?
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| The group on Sky Road |
This one really isn't easy. I could have picked one for 2024, but not for 2025. Not one single song or lyric pops out.
4. Best (or a favorite) bite of something delicious you tasted this year?
I've had some awesome food this year! Here are a couple few:
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| In Ireland: Banoffee (cookie crust with bananas and caramel) |
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| In Greece: Baklava |
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| Also in Greece: Moussaka |
5. What do you want to do more of in the new year? Less of?
6. Insert your own random thought here.
Come back in a few days for my "Friday Fotos". This one will recap my year. Some months will have more than others, but it's a good review of my 2025. I'm looking forward to 2026!
MARY!! Good golly, I had to shake my head when I saw your comment!! Yes, it has been too long, indeed!! Wishing you and yours a very happy and blessed New Year!! Please hang around in 2026!! xo
ReplyDeleteI plan to hang around more in 2026! :)
DeleteI enjoyed your answers! Ireland is on my husband's (and mine) bucket list!!
ReplyDeleteI'm not Irish, but Ireland is in my heart. If you have any questions, I'll be happy to answer them if I can!!!
DeleteBeautiful blog
ReplyDeleteI am so with you on feeling committed to things that don't matter. I worked on that this year and will do more of it in the year ahead. Banoffee pie! Love it. It's super popular in the UK, but I've never made one. Have a happy new year Mary!
ReplyDeleteYes that arrangement of "Of the Father's Love: was the one our church choir did. it was very challenging for some of the members (I was a voice minor in college so not that challenging for me). It's gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteThat Moussaka snapshot is making my mouth water! At this time of year, the sweets seem to prevail in my kitchen to the point that I crave more protein. Your Moussaka would fill that desire!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
Hi Mary, thanks for visiting my blog. How nice that you have been able to enjoy Ireland! I love to travel but have not been oversees yet. I love cruising too. Your food pictures all sound so good! I like your #5. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeletethe trip to Ireland sounds like a lot of fun - and good to know about that tour company! - and the foods you featured look delicious! I've heard of bonofee but never had it, and baklava is one of my most favorite treats. Very good more of/less of lists too. Happy New Year!
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