Farewell 2011

I have started, paused, deleted, rethought, started again, deleted and so on......but I might as well just get to the point. I am really sad to see 2011 come to an end.

For me 2011 was;

* The first year I attended Quilt Market as a stall holder.

* The first year I taught at a full length stitching day.

* The first year that I met blogging friends in real life. (and they have become such treasured friends)

* The first year we have employed some long term help on the farm, helping me to produce more patterns.

* The first year we tackled a serious road trip as a family. (and boy it has opened possibilities)

And of top of that, there was a family wedding, a successful year on the farm and no serious health issues. I am sad to farewell it, and I guess a little nervous as to whether 2012 can deliver the same enjoyment.

But a new year does bring new starts. While I have given up on the notion of a new years resolution, I am keeping with my newly formed tradition of dedicating the year to something.

2012 is going to be the year of my garden. I have pondered areas, trialled plants, and formed ideas of what I want my garden to be. Four years ago it was a paddock that the cows grazed, and now it is time for me to develop it into the repose that I want it to be. It will be a challenge with our weather, and some gravely soil, but a challenge is always good. My short term goal is to be able to pick flowers all year round. It might even see me planting Chrysanthemums for a flower to pick in May....my mother will laugh at that.

You may have noticed on my left side bar, the little Pinterest badge. I have joined Pinterest so I can keep a log of ideas for my garden. Some are probably only dreams, but I am learning that dreams do come true.

I wish you a happy new year, hopefully a year where all our dreams come true.

Lenora X.

PS. I had fantastic sale on Thursday. The heifers made over $200/head more than my previous best price. Happy Dancing Big Time.

 

Comments

[Jo from the farm]

Happy New Year dear friend... so lovely to finally meet you at your first workshop, such a lovely day to remember from 2011... we will be down on the 12th & 13th & 14th as Soph is doing a class with Ebony and it would be great to catch up, I haven't actually been to Linda's shop yet, so maybe we could plan a morning/afternoon there??? hope you will be around... I'm sure 2012 will be full of many wonderful & amazing times for you xx

[Cynthia]

Glad you had a wonderful 2011, all the best for 2012. It was wonderful to attend the sewing day at Simpson with you. Hope you are part of it again next year. Cheers Cynthia

[Cynthia]

Sorry that should say this year - silly me...
Cynthia

[Lorraine]

I had a great year in 2011 .....and am hoping to replicate some of it in 2012! Meeting you and your lovely family, meeting Linda and having you guys as tour guides was a blast....and the stitching day with you and Gail was so much fun....catching up with Jo (from the farm) again after a few years....these were some of the highlights of my year....wishing you and the family a wonderful new year ....hugs....L. And congrats on the good market price......

[Linda]

Congrats on a great 2011 Lenora. It has been fun being able to share some of your highs with you....not sure Jenks would be too keen on me tagging along on a family holiday though....lol! I have lots of bits and pieces you can have for your garden......even Chrysies.....I never used to like them but now I do......maybe I am turning into my Mum! Here's to a great 2012. Linda xx

[Chookyblue]

goodluck with the gardening..........can't wait to meet up in 2012...........glad the girls sold well.........excellent news.........