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26 thoughts on “Happy New Year!”

1. haggiz January 1, 2013 at 10:26 am

   Happy New Year Jessica. What beautiful photos. Looking forward to seeing more of those this year. Hopefully a few more squirrel stories though because they make me laugh! sorry! J x

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 12:20 pm

      I’ve not given up yet, I have a cunning plan..

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2. Rosie January 1, 2013 at 1:51 pm

   A little more sunshine and a little less rain than last year would be good wouldn’t it? Happy New Year, Jessica:)

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

      It certainly would! I’ve just spotted new shoots on the tarragon in the greenhouse, the snowdrops and daffs are pushing up… what better sights to bring in the new year!

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3. elaine January 1, 2013 at 2:01 pm

   Ah lovely, the comment box has changed and I can comment on your posts without a struggle. I hope your wishes come true in 2013.

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 3:32 pm

      I’ve been making some tweaks to the site, I’m glad it’s worked, so I’ll leave it alone now!
      Thanks Elaine.

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4. Em January 1, 2013 at 2:24 pm

   Similar hopes for the new year! Our renovation is more like damage limitation with a view to possible moving though. Happy New Year! x

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 3:35 pm

      Keeping fingers crossed for the new house.. thanks Em.

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5. Simone January 1, 2013 at 2:56 pm

   Happy New Year Jessica! Today the sun is shining and long may it continue. I don’t mind the squirrels, you can send them my way if you like!!! x

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 3:38 pm

      Certainly Simone, how many would you like? I’ll deliver….

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6. Vera January 1, 2013 at 3:51 pm

   Wishing all that you would wish for for yourself for 2013, Jessica.

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 5:06 pm

      And just the same to you Vera, Jx

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7. rachel January 1, 2013 at 5:28 pm

   Please, please, much less of the 3rd-from-last! What I dread this year is the return of the frogs (usually clamped in a cat’s jaws) even though the pond was removed last Spring.

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 6:06 pm

      Oh goodness, hopefully the frogs will find pastures new this year. For their sake!

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8. Josephine January 1, 2013 at 8:02 pm

   Certainly less of those aweful floods, not sure about less of the squirrels and mice, what on earth would we spend our time giggling about
   A very Happy New Year to you both Jessica, I’ve so enjoyed our visits back and forth this past year.
   Hugs,
   ~JO

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 8:26 pm

      Me too Jo, keep warm. Jx

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9. CherryPie January 1, 2013 at 9:57 pm

   Happy New Year Jessica

   I like your wishes for 2013, there will be more house improvements for me too but I am not so adventurous as you…

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   1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 1, 2013 at 10:16 pm

      I’m not sure about that Cherie, you packed quite a bit into last year!

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10. Natalie January 2, 2013 at 2:44 pm

    Happy New Year! Hope we are both out of reno hell in 2013. Have a great 2013.

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    1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 2, 2013 at 5:49 pm

       You before me I suspect! Look forward to seeing your end result. Jx

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11. starproms January 2, 2013 at 5:31 pm

    I hope all your dreams come true this year Jessica I’ve so enjoyed reading your adventures in 2012.

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    1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 2, 2013 at 5:51 pm

       Thanks Oma, and I yours!

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12. Susan Tattersall January 4, 2013 at 9:43 am

    Just what I need all those lovely bookshelves. I can’t wait to see the end result. I peeked at your earlier post re your stunning new kitchen, what a beauty, kitchen envy thrumming away here. A very Happy New Year to you too.

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    1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 4, 2013 at 10:29 am

       Thanks Susan.
       It’s coming on, bit by bit. Just so much more to do..

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13. ropcorn January 11, 2013 at 3:32 pm

    Happy New Year! I wish you a wonderful and prosperous 2013. Beautiful photos!

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    1. Jessica Post authorJanuary 11, 2013 at 5:15 pm

       Thanks Alex!

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