I’ve enjoyed the very customized compilations on other blogs, of images and stories from the year just behind us. In attempting my own collection, I found it hard to choose just one picture from each month, of those already in my blog files. But as the year went…
In January, this fellow exercised himself very impressively to get at my suet feeder:
In February, I received a Valentine cookie gift from Colorado grandchildren. ❤
In March, my potted tarragon sprang up:
In April, a hike to the beach with family:
In May, our book group drank goat milk and ate goat cheese (yes, and pizza) while discussing Heidi:
In June, my garden bathed in the sunshine:
In July, I watched the rain from the porch of Kate’s Washington, D.C. home:
In August, I continued my (seeded) sourdough experiments:
In September, I played with my great-granddaughter at her uncle’s wedding:
In October, I went exploring in the woods with Pippin’s family:
In November, the zinnias kept blooming and blooming…
And in the last month of the year, my soul was filled by the Christ Child:
Happy New Year to you all!
Gladsome Lights 
Your zinnia photograph would make an interesting jigsaw puzzle. All of your photographs reflect a busy and fulfilling life. My wish is for you to continue in good health and to experience much happiness this year.
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Happy New Year, Gretchen, may this coming year offer just as lovely people, times and places for you to experience…and December’s blessings permeating the year through.
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Oh what a lovely year you had! I love the pictures! Happy New Year to you!
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I have to say those are some of the best pictures I have seen, especially the January one of the squirrel and the amazing Valentine cookies. Happy New Year to you and all your readers. Cathy
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I loved to see all the pictures that you chose. May 2024 be a wonder-full year for you.
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Gretchen, these are such a beautiful slice of life. I loved them all– what wonderful choices to wrap your year!
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Lovely! 🥂☆ 𝗛࿚a࿚p࿚p࿚y ⭐ 𝗡࿚e࿚w ⭐ 𝗬࿚e࿚a࿚r ☆🥂
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I’ve seen a few of these and loved each one. Beautiful choices, friend. I especially love that kite photo. Maybe I’ll do this instead of a year-end/Christmas letter!
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Happy New Year, Gretchen! A year full of good memories and love!
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