Monday, 31 December 2007

Looking Back.... and Looking Forward.

2007 has only a few more hours before it passes into the history books, and in fact, somewhere in the world it's already 2008. Not everything on my 2007 list actually happened.... we didn't make it to the UK for a holiday or to Gettysburg for the reunion, but we had a wonderful family wedding, and then enjoyed a month in Florida sunshine while friends back in Canada dug themselves out of snowdrifts. Sad things too... the loss of our much loved Wendydog, but YoungerSon and The Bride adopted bouncy puppy Tessa to join the family.

So bring on 2008. I'm ready!

And the biggest treat to look forward to in 2008?

I'm going to be a grandma! I'm so thrilled. OlderSon and The Equestrienne are expecting the patter of tiny feet in February. Only six more weeks! There was a baby shower at the other grandma's house yesterday.

Friends and family, yummy sandwiches, excited conversation, hugs, kisses, cake, a shower hat made from a paper plate decorated with bows and ribbons, and lots of prezzies to open. This baby is going to start off life very well equipped and very well dressed. And probably completely spoiled by Nana (that's me!).
And I wonder what else 2008 has to offer? Whatever you are wishing for, I hope that the coming year will bring health and happiness to you and the people close to you.
Happy New Year!
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35 comments:

  1. Isadora31 December 2007 at 11:39

    :) another aquarian is on the way! What a privilege. Best of luck to your family and much enjoyment with a brand new life.

    Happy New Year to you and your loved ones.

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  2. mrsnesbitt31 December 2007 at 11:58

    Heyyyyyyyyyyyyyy! Just popping over on my super speed, reformatted laptop to wish you a Happy New Year! On my blog you will find 2 awards which I want all my luverly blogging friends to share.
    Have a great 2008!

    Denise

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  3. tut-tut31 December 2007 at 13:22

    How thrilling! what a great New Year's, to be expecting a baby! See you in 2008, as they say.

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  4. OldLady Of The Hills31 December 2007 at 13:33

    And I wish you the Happiest of New Years, and hope that 2008 will be a WONDERFUL year for you and for ALL those you love and care about!

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  5. Hilary31 December 2007 at 13:48

    A new little person.. that's the best.

    The best news.. the best feeling.. and the best blogging fodder. ;)

    Congrats, and Happy New Year.

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  6. Oswegan31 December 2007 at 14:30

    Happy New Year.

    ~Oswegan

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  7. Anonymous31 December 2007 at 14:34

    Congratulations on soon to become a grandmother. I was so very close to one of my grandmothers and look forward to that role!!!

    Happy New Year. Here via tut-tut.

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  8. photowannabe31 December 2007 at 14:43

    How exciting...what a wonderful way to start the new year. I love being a Grandma and know you will too.
    What do we want for the New Year? Health, chances to travel a bit, doing some projects around our house to feel completely moved in and most of all, plenty of family times full of joy and laughter.
    I wish the very same for you.
    Sue

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  9. Fizzy31 December 2007 at 16:34

    What a lovely way to start a new year.
    Have a wonderful 2008 from everyone at Fizzy's Place

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  10. Peggy31 December 2007 at 18:14

    Happy New Year!!!

    A new baby! That's always good news!

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  11. Vintage to Victorian31 December 2007 at 18:17

    So pleased for you. Happy New Year to one and all.
    Sue

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  12. Sandra Evertson31 December 2007 at 19:05

    Wonderful blog!
    Happy New Year!
    Sandra Evertson

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  13. Lilli & Nevada1 January 2008 at 02:37

    Oh what a great yr you had and i am sure 08 will be even better.
    Happy New Year to you and your family

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  14. Peter1 January 2008 at 05:25

    All my best wishes to you and to present and future family members!!

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  15. Annie1 January 2008 at 08:49

    What a tribute to anticipation. You're in for a wonderful year!

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  16. Changes in the wind1 January 2008 at 11:43

    A grandma?????????? Your life will never be the same, remember how it was when you had children and then can't imagine not have them...double that:) Have a great New Year!

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  17. Ginnie Hart1 January 2008 at 14:38

    Happy New Year, Ex-S! You have lots of excitement ahead for you as you become a g'ma! YAY!

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  18. Anonymous1 January 2008 at 15:26

    Happy new year!:) Its really hard to believe how time flies.

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  19. Xtreme English1 January 2008 at 16:40

    what could be better than a new baby?

    lucky little kid to enter such a happy family...

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  20. Martin Stickland1 January 2008 at 16:55

    All the best for 2008 my ex Combe Martin bunny wunny!!!

    Have a sooper dooper Year!

    I have just about sobered up!

    Byeeeeeeeeeeee

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  21. dabrah1 January 2008 at 17:08

    Happy New Year. How exciting, a new baby to look forward to.

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  22. madretz2 January 2008 at 19:41

    it's certainly going to be a happy new year in your family! Congrats to you and the whole family. xxoo

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  23. Neva2 January 2008 at 21:24

    Congratulations!!! How happy you must be!! Have a great 2008! You obviously have much to look forward to.

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  24. CanadianSwiss3 January 2008 at 06:25

    Happy New Year, Ex-S!

    Wow! What exciting news! What could be better than a new little life coming to join us :)

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  25. di.di3 January 2008 at 09:45

    Happy New Year and Congratulations!

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  26. Libbys Blog3 January 2008 at 15:38

    A Happy New Year to you all!
    Many congratulations on the great news, all the best people are born in February!!!!!!!!

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  27. rosemary3 January 2008 at 21:36

    Being a Nana is the best...I am called Gigi. Wonderful pictures, everyone looks happy. I am full of lentil soup and celebrating!

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  28. Kerri Farley9 January 2008 at 12:20

    Congrats on becoming a new Nana!
    How Very Exciting for you! and for the Lucky Couple!

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  29. Cathrine11 January 2008 at 03:29

    enjoy :-) !

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  31. Misdemeanor3 February 2012 at 05:14

    We should always look forward but we never should forget to look back.

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  32. Roof Leak Repair7 February 2012 at 09:45

    I wish to say best of luck to your family and much enjoyment with a brand new life.

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  33. Societe aux BVI23 February 2012 at 19:59

    This baby is going to start off life very well equipped and very well dressed.

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  34. Societe aux BVI23 February 2012 at 19:59

    This baby is going to start off life very well equipped and very well dressed.

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