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THOUGHTS ON THE END OF ANOTHER YEAR ...

"But what minutes!  Count them by sensation, and not by calendars, and each moment is a day." 

~ Benjamin Disraeli




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Beth at PlantPostings said…
Here's to many magical moments for you and your loved ones in 2013, Joey! Cheers! ~Beth
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Cat said…
Happy New Year, Joey!
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Karin / Southern Meadows said…
I have enjoyed your images and posts this year! I wish you all the best for the new year and may you embrace many magical moments in your garden.
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Marysol said…
Querida Joey, were it not for your wonderful friendship, and equally wonderful blog, my thoughts on the final hours of 2012 would've been to have shown it the door!

May 2013 bring you much joy, peace and love!
Monday, December 31, 2012
joey said…
You are a dear, Beth ... love our connection (though mine here on my blog has been mighty weak this past year). Yes, cheers to a happy 2013!

Thx for stopping by ... Happy 2013 Cat!

Thank you, Karin ... yes, may 2013 be 'the bestest' gardening year for all!

Marysol, you have my heart and friendship forever. Would that we could someday meet /hug would be my heartfelt joy in 2013. Perhaps???








Monday, December 31, 2012
20 North Ora said…
May 2013 be a great year for you.

Monday, December 31, 2012
joey said…
And may 2013 be as memorable/lovely as your past year, Judy.
Monday, December 31, 2012
Kathryn/plantwhateverbringsyoujoy.com said…
Happy New Year, Joey! Thank you for the lovely Jacquie Lawson Christmas card. I love her work! May 2013 bring you joy, health and adventure!
Tuesday, January 01, 2013
joey said…
Ah yes, dear Kathryn ... and to you a joyful, healthy, and adventuresome 2013.
Tuesday, January 01, 2013
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