Reflections on the year (54)
It was a mixed bag...There are some decisions I made I regret and some inactions also, wish I had taken that extra step....But nothing too major...
Ran into an old friend I had lost touch with a few yrs back so am really pleased about that...She and I just took up where we left off like we had always been
Still hv both my parents thankfully tho my dad is starting to lose his grip on reality a bit quicker now...He thought Gene Pitney cut his hair last week
I know we can make changes at any time of the year but something about a new year and clean slate to add some vigour...
So in some ways and looking forward to a new year and putting this one in the past where it belongs...
Ran into an old friend I had lost touch with a few yrs back so am really pleased about that...She and I just took up where we left off like we had always been
Still hv both my parents thankfully tho my dad is starting to lose his grip on reality a bit quicker now...He thought Gene Pitney cut his hair last week
I know we can make changes at any time of the year but something about a new year and clean slate to add some vigour...
So in some ways and looking forward to a new year and putting this one in the past where it belongs...
jenny68: It was a mixed bag...There are some decisions I made I regret and some inactions also, wish I had taken that extra step....But nothing too major...
Ran into an old friend I had lost touch with a few yrs back so am really pleased about that...She and I just took up where we left off like we had always been
Still hv both my parents thankfully tho my dad is starting to lose his grip on reality a bit quicker now...He thought Gene Pitney cut his hair last week
I know we can make changes at any time of the year but something about a new year and clean slate to add some vigour...
So in some ways and looking forward to a new year and putting this one in the past where it belongs...
Ran into an old friend I had lost touch with a few yrs back so am really pleased about that...She and I just took up where we left off like we had always been
Still hv both my parents thankfully tho my dad is starting to lose his grip on reality a bit quicker now...He thought Gene Pitney cut his hair last week
I know we can make changes at any time of the year but something about a new year and clean slate to add some vigour...
So in some ways and looking forward to a new year and putting this one in the past where it belongs...
yes indeed Jenny , and thanks so much for your post
as i mentioned in my earlier post , i have met some wonderful people here since joining , and that includes you ! You are as genuine as the day is long --no nonsense -respectful -a lady for whom family means the whole world and yet with a brilliant sense of humour !
I agree , this time of year , is is good look back , see where we can improve , and perhaps make changes -but accept what we cannot -
but most of all it is a time for appreciating all that we do have in our lives - , to look forward and always have hope for wonderful start to a brand new year !
Serenity4two: yes indeed Jenny , and thanks so much for your post
as i mentioned in my earlier post , i have met some wonderful people here since joining , and that includes you ! You are as genuine as the day is long --no nonsense -respectful -a lady for whom family means the whole world and yet with a brilliant sense of humour !
I agree , this time of year , is is good look back , see where we can improve , and perhaps make changes -but accept what we cannot -
but most of all it is a time for appreciating all that we do have in our lives - , to look forward and always have hope for wonderful start to a brand new year !
as i mentioned in my earlier post , i have met some wonderful people here since joining , and that includes you ! You are as genuine as the day is long --no nonsense -respectful -a lady for whom family means the whole world and yet with a brilliant sense of humour !
I agree , this time of year , is is good look back , see where we can improve , and perhaps make changes -but accept what we cannot -
but most of all it is a time for appreciating all that we do have in our lives - , to look forward and always have hope for wonderful start to a brand new year !
Ty and likewise...Ya family is ultra important, never want to look back and have any regrets when they are gone (parents that is lol) tho my dad is fading out so quickly now its hard to watch but can also be funny and you have to laugh at some of the humdingers he comes out with....He doesnt talk much now and makes very little eye contact but now and then he says something very random...He told my youngest son he used to be a boxer (he was a golfer) and apparently he ran into Oliver Reed a while back and they had lunch, the fact he has been dead for about 13 yrs seemed irrelevant to him...
jenny68: Ty and likewise...Ya family is ultra important, never want to look back and have any regrets when they are gone (parents that is lol) tho my dad is fading out so quickly now its hard to watch but can also be funny and you have to laugh at some of the humdingers he comes out with....He doesnt talk much now and makes very little eye contact but now and then he says something very random...He told my youngest son he used to be a boxer (he was a golfer) and apparently he ran into Oliver Reed a while back and they had lunch, the fact he has been dead for about 13 yrs seemed irrelevant to him...
your family are a credit Jenny --you should feel rightly proud of the love and respect you show each other and especially to your Dad
And yes , through my work , i have experienced similar " humdingers" as you call them !
But then in the lucid moments , you see glimpses of the person they used to be , and those moments are to be cherished
Hi Serenity, my sympathy for your losses and congratulations on your achievements. Hope it continues professionally well for you and may your private life filled with happiness in 2013.
Reflecting on 2012 myself, this time last year wasn't great but very happy now. I changed a lot of things in my life, back to my old drive and having lots of fun. I'm very lucky to have a great family and friends which is the most important thing to me.
May 2013 rock for everyone!
Hope it continues professionally well for you and may your private life filled with happiness in 2013.Reflecting on 2012 myself, this time last year wasn't great but very happy now. I changed a lot of things in my life, back to my old drive and having lots of fun. I'm very lucky to have a great family and friends which is the most important thing to me.
May 2013 rock for everyone!
KNenagh: Hi Serenity, my sympathy for your losses and congratulations on your achievements. Hope it continues professionally well for you and may your private life filled with happiness in 2013.
Reflecting on 2012 myself, this time last year wasn't great but very happy now. I changed a lot of things in my life, back to my old drive and having lots of fun. I'm very lucky to have a great family and friends which is the most important thing to me.
May 2013 rock for everyone!
Reflecting on 2012 myself, this time last year wasn't great but very happy now. I changed a lot of things in my life, back to my old drive and having lots of fun. I'm very lucky to have a great family and friends which is the most important thing to me.
May 2013 rock for everyone!
Hi K
I hope you are well and thanks so much for your lovely post I am so glad that your move worked out so well for you
the changes you have made with new job and location have made you so happy and i'm genuinely delighted for you
I hope 2013 , is truly wonderful for you , and of course , i also hope you have a fantastic Christmas with all your family and friends
Serenity4two: Hi K I hope you are well and thanks so much for your lovely post
I am so glad that your move worked out so well for you
the changes you have made with new job and location have made you so happy and i'm genuinely delighted for you
I hope 2013 , is truly wonderful for you , and of course , i also hope you have a fantastic Christmas with all your family and friends
I am so glad that your move worked out so well for you
the changes you have made with new job and location have made you so happy and i'm genuinely delighted for you
I hope 2013 , is truly wonderful for you , and of course , i also hope you have a fantastic Christmas with all your family and friends
Thanks, changes aren't always easy but sometimes things change for the better.
I enjoy spending time with my family at home now and wishing you a very Happy Christmas Serenity
Serenity4two: Hi everyone ,
While i have the chance , just want to wish you all a very Happy Christmas , and i hope 2013 brings you all that you hope and dream of
Reflecting back on 2012 , was it a good one for you ?
Thinking back on it , is there anything you would have done differently ? Anything you feel you did really well in, during the year -or something that you feel you could improve on ? Things / people you are thankful for that have helped you during the year , or regrets for the loss of something or someone that was perhaps beyond your reach or control ?
Losses and gains i'm sure , are something we can all refect on , now that 2012 is nearly over .
As i look back , i am very aware of losses and gains throughout the year --where i appreciate the special people in my life -
For still having both parents who adore me and my love for them both grows daily -
For a career in which i seem to be doing well , but in which i continue to learn daily --that has seen me promoted twice in one year .
For loosing a man who loved me very much to cancer aged only 44 in April -
For loosing a good female friend to suicide in the summer-
For having incredible friends , being there for each other in good times and bad -
And for CS --since joining in July has been an experience i will never forget --having met some fantastic people , who are the same on the phone and in real life as they are in cyberworld !
To those on C/S who have made me smile , laugh , have educated me , i thankyou -it has been wonderful !
Care to share any of your reflections on this past year ?
Serenity
While i have the chance , just want to wish you all a very Happy Christmas , and i hope 2013 brings you all that you hope and dream of
Reflecting back on 2012 , was it a good one for you ?
Thinking back on it , is there anything you would have done differently ? Anything you feel you did really well in, during the year -or something that you feel you could improve on ? Things / people you are thankful for that have helped you during the year , or regrets for the loss of something or someone that was perhaps beyond your reach or control ?
Losses and gains i'm sure , are something we can all refect on , now that 2012 is nearly over .
As i look back , i am very aware of losses and gains throughout the year --where i appreciate the special people in my life -
For still having both parents who adore me and my love for them both grows daily -
For a career in which i seem to be doing well , but in which i continue to learn daily --that has seen me promoted twice in one year .
For loosing a man who loved me very much to cancer aged only 44 in April -
For loosing a good female friend to suicide in the summer-
For having incredible friends , being there for each other in good times and bad -
And for CS --since joining in July has been an experience i will never forget --having met some fantastic people , who are the same on the phone and in real life as they are in cyberworld !
To those on C/S who have made me smile , laugh , have educated me , i thankyou -it has been wonderful !
Care to share any of your reflections on this past year ?
Serenity
I predict you will have a great 2013....And looking forward to buying you a comisetary drink when Dublin take the Sam Maguire from Donegal....
This year was bad.....next year will be worse.
jenny68: I predict you will have a great 2013....And looking forward to buying you a comisetary drink when Dublin take the Sam Maguire from Donegal....
eh ,, don't think so
i would love to have a drink with you Jenny to celebrate Donegal RETAINING the Sam Maguire
i hope your prediction for me is right my friend
and i truly wish you a wonderful 2013 too
Serenity4two: Hi everyone ,
While i have the chance , just want to wish you all a very Happy Christmas , and i hope 2013 brings you all that you hope and dream of
Reflecting back on 2012 , was it a good one for you ?
Thinking back on it , is there anything you would have done differently ? Anything you feel you did really well in, during the year -or something that you feel you could improve on ? Things / people you are thankful for that have helped you during the year , or regrets for the loss of something or someone that was perhaps beyond your reach or control ?
Losses and gains i'm sure , are something we can all refect on , now that 2012 is nearly over .
As i look back , i am very aware of losses and gains throughout the year --where i appreciate the special people in my life -
For still having both parents who adore me and my love for them both grows daily -
For a career in which i seem to be doing well , but in which i continue to learn daily --that has seen me promoted twice in one year .
For loosing a man who loved me very much to cancer aged only 44 in April -
For loosing a good female friend to suicide in the summer-
For having incredible friends , being there for each other in good times and bad -
And for CS --since joining in July has been an experience i will never forget --having met some fantastic people , who are the same on the phone and in real life as they are in cyberworld !
To those on C/S who have made me smile , laugh , have educated me , i thankyou -it has been wonderful !
Care to share any of your reflections on this past year ?
Serenity
While i have the chance , just want to wish you all a very Happy Christmas , and i hope 2013 brings you all that you hope and dream of
Reflecting back on 2012 , was it a good one for you ?
Thinking back on it , is there anything you would have done differently ? Anything you feel you did really well in, during the year -or something that you feel you could improve on ? Things / people you are thankful for that have helped you during the year , or regrets for the loss of something or someone that was perhaps beyond your reach or control ?
Losses and gains i'm sure , are something we can all refect on , now that 2012 is nearly over .
As i look back , i am very aware of losses and gains throughout the year --where i appreciate the special people in my life -
For still having both parents who adore me and my love for them both grows daily -
For a career in which i seem to be doing well , but in which i continue to learn daily --that has seen me promoted twice in one year .
For loosing a man who loved me very much to cancer aged only 44 in April -
For loosing a good female friend to suicide in the summer-
For having incredible friends , being there for each other in good times and bad -
And for CS --since joining in July has been an experience i will never forget --having met some fantastic people , who are the same on the phone and in real life as they are in cyberworld !
To those on C/S who have made me smile , laugh , have educated me , i thankyou -it has been wonderful !
Care to share any of your reflections on this past year ?
Serenity
Good thread
good year this year , and met a diamond on here
defo a major bonus
Only bad news was a lovely straight talker from here falling ill and having a fight she's gonna win by k.o.
Piece of piss to ya Y
snowlynx: This year was bad.....next year will be worse.
aww Snowy ,, it's gonna be ok
Glass half full an all that
Happy Christmas !
Tarzansnuts: Good thread
good year this year , and met a diamond on here
defo a major bonus
Only bad news was a lovely straight talker from here falling ill and having a fight she's gonna win by k.o.
Piece of piss to ya Y
good year this year , and met a diamond on here
defo a major bonus
Only bad news was a lovely straight talker from here falling ill and having a fight she's gonna win by k.o.
Piece of piss to ya Y
Thanks so much T for your great post
That's brilliant that you met someone really special on here
there's hope for the rest of us yet so 
I'm so sorry about your friend falling ill , but i hope she fights and wins and her health improves in 2013
I hope you have a wonderful Christmas , and a brilliant New Year !
Tarzansnuts: Good thread
good year this year , and met a diamond on here
defo a major bonus
Only bad news was a lovely straight talker from here falling ill and having a fight she's gonna win by k.o.
Piece of piss to ya Y
good year this year , and met a diamond on here
defo a major bonus
Only bad news was a lovely straight talker from here falling ill and having a fight she's gonna win by k.o.
Piece of piss to ya Y
Thanks hun.
Cant pretend this year has been easy and I hope never to have another one like it. Since April have spent more time in hospital than out of it. Have had a couple of times it looked like I might not make it and a couple of times when I didnt want to. For the most part it was a case of "whats going to be thrown at me next" and if I hear the word "rare" one more time I will commit murder lol, never been one for the why me thing though, sure why not me.
Have met some of the most wonderful people and laughed more than I have cried, humour on an oncology ward is almost hysterical, like we have to get as many laughs in as we can lol, nah not really, I think its just that at times like that people are more open to the humour in things and want to make the most of every minute.
I have seen the strength in my children and am so proud of them, I did a damn good job even if I do say so myself. Have gotten so much pleasure from the chat and laughter of my grandson I could burst.
Cant wait for the next year, bring it on.
Glatlol: Thanks hun.
Cant pretend this year has been easy and I hope never to have another one like it. Since April have spent more time in hospital than out of it. Have had a couple of times it looked like I might not make it and a couple of times when I didnt want to. For the most part it was a case of "whats going to be thrown at me next" and if I hear the word "rare" one more time I will commit murder lol, never been one for the why me thing though, sure why not me.
Have met some of the most wonderful people and laughed more than I have cried, humour on an oncology ward is almost hysterical, like we have to get as many laughs in as we can lol, nah not really, I think its just that at times like that people are more open to the humour in things and want to make the most of every minute.
I have seen the strength in my children and am so proud of them, I did a damn good job even if I do say so myself. Have gotten so much pleasure from the chat and laughter of my grandson I could burst.
Cant wait for the next year, bring it on.
Cant pretend this year has been easy and I hope never to have another one like it. Since April have spent more time in hospital than out of it. Have had a couple of times it looked like I might not make it and a couple of times when I didnt want to. For the most part it was a case of "whats going to be thrown at me next" and if I hear the word "rare" one more time I will commit murder lol, never been one for the why me thing though, sure why not me.
Have met some of the most wonderful people and laughed more than I have cried, humour on an oncology ward is almost hysterical, like we have to get as many laughs in as we can lol, nah not really, I think its just that at times like that people are more open to the humour in things and want to make the most of every minute.
I have seen the strength in my children and am so proud of them, I did a damn good job even if I do say so myself. Have gotten so much pleasure from the chat and laughter of my grandson I could burst.
Cant wait for the next year, bring it on.
and thanks so much for your post Glatlol I just want to say , i hope you continue to be in as great form as you are now --you are an inspiration to people --you really are !
Positive mental attitude is key to the journey you are on and you seem to have it in spades
I truly hope next year , your health improves --and you obviously have a fantastic family to support you
I send you my best wishes for a lovely Christmas Glatlol
Glatlol: Thanks hun.
Cant pretend this year has been easy and I hope never to have another one like it. Since April have spent more time in hospital than out of it. Have had a couple of times it looked like I might not make it and a couple of times when I didnt want to. For the most part it was a case of "whats going to be thrown at me next" and if I hear the word "rare" one more time I will commit murder lol, never been one for the why me thing though, sure why not me.
Have met some of the most wonderful people and laughed more than I have cried, humour on an oncology ward is almost hysterical, like we have to get as many laughs in as we can lol, nah not really, I think its just that at times like that people are more open to the humour in things and want to make the most of every minute.
I have seen the strength in my children and am so proud of them, I did a damn good job even if I do say so myself. Have gotten so much pleasure from the chat and laughter of my grandson I could burst.
Cant wait for the next year, bring it on.
Cant pretend this year has been easy and I hope never to have another one like it. Since April have spent more time in hospital than out of it. Have had a couple of times it looked like I might not make it and a couple of times when I didnt want to. For the most part it was a case of "whats going to be thrown at me next" and if I hear the word "rare" one more time I will commit murder lol, never been one for the why me thing though, sure why not me.
Have met some of the most wonderful people and laughed more than I have cried, humour on an oncology ward is almost hysterical, like we have to get as many laughs in as we can lol, nah not really, I think its just that at times like that people are more open to the humour in things and want to make the most of every minute.
I have seen the strength in my children and am so proud of them, I did a damn good job even if I do say so myself. Have gotten so much pleasure from the chat and laughter of my grandson I could burst.
Cant wait for the next year, bring it on.
The power of positive thinking is an amazing thing....
I've seen that first hand this year, and I now believe in things that I used to laugh at!!
Hang in there missus, you'll definitely come out the other side with a smile on your face
Serenity4two: Hi everyone ,
While i have the chance , just want to wish you all a very Happy Christmas , and i hope 2013 brings you all that you hope and dream of
Reflecting back on 2012 , was it a good one for you ?
Thinking back on it , is there anything you would have done differently ? Anything you feel you did really well in, during the year -or something that you feel you could improve on ? Things / people you are thankful for that have helped you during the year , or regrets for the loss of something or someone that was perhaps beyond your reach or control ?
Losses and gains i'm sure , are something we can all refect on , now that 2012 is nearly over .
As i look back , i am very aware of losses and gains throughout the year --where i appreciate the special people in my life -
For still having both parents who adore me and my love for them both grows daily -
For a career in which i seem to be doing well , but in which i continue to learn daily --that has seen me promoted twice in one year .
For loosing a man who loved me very much to cancer aged only 44 in April -
For loosing a good female friend to suicide in the summer-
For having incredible friends , being there for each other in good times and bad -
And for CS --since joining in July has been an experience i will never forget --having met some fantastic people , who are the same on the phone and in real life as they are in cyberworld !
To those on C/S who have made me smile , laugh , have educated me , i thankyou -it has been wonderful !
Care to share any of your reflections on this past year ?
Serenity
hi fiona, lovely thread. well ill keep mine short and sweet..just hope i can maintain what i have here in health and happiness, id love to meet a nice lady friend to do things with and have the courage to put my trust in someone again.overall 2012 was a good year for me and in a way i have found peace and contentment inside. we never know what life can throw at us so i cant complain really , would be selfish to. i have a very nice family and cant wait to have cmas dinner together again. peace and good will to all While i have the chance , just want to wish you all a very Happy Christmas , and i hope 2013 brings you all that you hope and dream of
Reflecting back on 2012 , was it a good one for you ?
Thinking back on it , is there anything you would have done differently ? Anything you feel you did really well in, during the year -or something that you feel you could improve on ? Things / people you are thankful for that have helped you during the year , or regrets for the loss of something or someone that was perhaps beyond your reach or control ?
Losses and gains i'm sure , are something we can all refect on , now that 2012 is nearly over .
As i look back , i am very aware of losses and gains throughout the year --where i appreciate the special people in my life -
For still having both parents who adore me and my love for them both grows daily -
For a career in which i seem to be doing well , but in which i continue to learn daily --that has seen me promoted twice in one year .
For loosing a man who loved me very much to cancer aged only 44 in April -
For loosing a good female friend to suicide in the summer-
For having incredible friends , being there for each other in good times and bad -
And for CS --since joining in July has been an experience i will never forget --having met some fantastic people , who are the same on the phone and in real life as they are in cyberworld !
To those on C/S who have made me smile , laugh , have educated me , i thankyou -it has been wonderful !
Care to share any of your reflections on this past year ?
Serenity
the_whistler: hi fiona, lovely thread. well ill keep mine short and sweet..just hope i can maintain what i have here in health and happiness, id love to meet a nice lady friend to do things with and have the courage to put my trust in someone again.overall 2012 was a good year for me and in a way i have found peace and contentment inside. we never know what life can throw at us so i cant complain really , would be selfish to. i have a very nice family and cant wait to have cmas dinner together again. peace and good will to all
Hi Brendan --i hope you are keeping well ?
and thankyou so much for that lovely post
I am so very glad that 2012 was a pretty good year for you , and long may your contentment last into the new year and way beyond that
Yes indeed , it sure is scary having the courage to put your trust in someone again --but if you do meet someone truly special, sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith
life is way too short not to !I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your lovely family , and a fantastic new year Brendan
( our wee dancing santa -just to make you smile ) FionaAll my family healthy and well
My sisters getting over a tough time, 2013 will be her year, that's my only wish
My kids are doing great at school/university and in life
Got a job
Got distinction in my post grad
Got my heart broke
Been a fine year and looking forward to 2013, here's to new adventures and challenges in life
such a friendly flower 
My sisters getting over a tough time, 2013 will be her year, that's my only wish
My kids are doing great at school/university and in life
Got a job
Got distinction in my post grad
Got my heart broke
Been a fine year and looking forward to 2013, here's to new adventures and challenges in life
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While i have the chance , just want to wish you all a very Happy Christmas , and i hope 2013 brings you all that you hope and dream of
Reflecting back on 2012 , was it a good one for you ?
Thinking back on it , is there anything you would have done differently ? Anything you feel you did really well in, during the year -or something that you feel you could improve on ? Things / people you are thankful for that have helped you during the year , or regrets for the loss of something or someone that was perhaps beyond your reach or control ?
Losses and gains i'm sure , are something we can all refect on , now that 2012 is nearly over .
As i look back , i am very aware of losses and gains throughout the year --where i appreciate the special people in my life -
For still having both parents who adore me and my love for them both grows daily -
For a career in which i seem to be doing well , but in which i continue to learn daily --that has seen me promoted twice in one year .
For loosing a man who loved me very much to cancer aged only 44 in April -
For loosing a good female friend to suicide in the summer-
For having incredible friends , being there for each other in good times and bad -
And for CS --since joining in July has been an experience i will never forget --having met some fantastic people , who are the same on the phone and in real life as they are in cyberworld !
To those on C/S who have made me smile , laugh , have educated me , i thankyou -it has been wonderful !
Care to share any of your reflections on this past year ?
Serenity