Last year, I wrote this piece, calling the upcoming year TwoThousand and Shelve (or TwentyShelve). It was a year to put aside things done or things we ache over or things that have caused us hurt over the years. I’d like to think I’ve done quite a bit of that, and, thus, accomplished my goal. I also realize I was a lot more amusing a year ago than I am now.
*sigh*
I digress.
Lots of things have happened to both myself and those in my life, both 3D and in my BlogHood. I’ve watched friends wrapped in joy (I’ll Sleep When They’re Grown and ….& Squatch Makes Three) with the arrival of new babies (welcome, A2 and Squatch!), friends who have gone through a tough year (they know who they are, no links given), friends who’ve made me laugh (all of you!!) and cry (a few). I’ve seen jobs come and go, a novel written, and bloggers go on semi-hiatus (Lisa and Harper).
I’ve met new friends, including Le Clown and his group of carnies, and dropped a few from my blogroll (as if they noticed!).
I’ve gone back to the zoo–still no lions, tigers or elephants. I’ve no idea where the hell they’ve hidden those animals, but, I’m starting to eye the snack stand and refused to have a hot dog on our last trip there. One never knows, do one?
I didn’t get a dog, it wasn’t fair to DC. If I’m truthful, it’s more than I want to take on just now. Cats are a breeze, dogs require a bit more work, and I’m not emotionally prepared to do that just now.
I saw my Aunt Lee and she and I had great fruitcake along with tea and more than one glass of sipped whiskey. It was my best vacay in years. I won’t consider life without her in it–I pray I won’t have to face life without her in it for a long, long time.
I’ve made some peace with Surviving Parent. Not a ton, but, some.
I continue to think I have the best kids ever, even if they don’t understand the inheritibility of the Piece of Cloth Touched by a Christian that was left to me. They still insist I should leave it to the other one. I’m fortunate that SonInLaw is also a keeper, and a hell of a man to put up with me as a relative he’s attached to by marriage.
I’ve openly admitted my bi-polar disorder, something I’ve hidden away, opening up to only a handful either in 3D Land or in the ‘Hood. I found out I won’t be shunned–that’s a good thing. I learned long ago some people don’t grasp my way of thinking or speaking or how the flow of my words follows my restless mind.
I’m taking all I learned, and putting it into 2013 (the first year since 1987 with all different numbers in the date!). I plan on going out more, seeing Aunt Lee again, trying my hand at various artistic endeavors, seeing more movies, reading more books, being kinder. I don’t see myself as a giving person nor one who is particularly kind, so, that last bit is important to me.
I wish all of you a wonderous year to come. I love New Year’s Day! It’s all about possibilities and potential. A chance to take a deep breath and imagine good things. The year of Shelving is done. Let’s focus on what is to before us–finding joy in the fact the Mayans were wrong.
This was a great piece. It’s hard to sum up an entire year. I think the best thing about this year was no matter if things were going good, bad, or indifferent all of us in the Hood had many people we could share those experiences with. Let’s make 2013 a happier year, deal?
Deal.
I like this summation and I’m hoping that having all new numbers will be a good thing. I think those of us born in 1962 had a rough go of it, Tom Cruise, Demi Moore, Jodi Foster, (I’m just assuming she had a rough year. LOL!) any-hoo….
let’s really put our energy into 2013. Let’s get busy living, shall we?
Cheers, Addie!!
Poor Jodi–after she made that movie The Beaver, things haven’t been so good for her, have they? I understand her loyalty to a friend, however, who chose that name??
2012 is done. You and Tom and Demi will find strength and carry on, like those phoenix things (I’m more concerned with you, I’ll send Tom and Demi good thoughts, though. Hey, wait a minute. Tom and Demi has a nice ring to it…Tommi or DeTo as a couple. Someone introduce them!)
We’re going to live like it’s, well, 2013!!
x
I think Tom and Demi are too old for each other.
BAWAHAHAHAHAHA!
Congratulations on making the most of Shelve, and best wishes for 2013
I am keeping a few things from Shelve, one of them is your blog regarding dinner and people and, yes, I still want to blog about that. I’ll be in touch for the details again, since I’ve lost them. (insert sad face)
Hide your sons and grandsons… 2013 is the year of Addie!
Glad to hear that your slowly getting on top of these things. I wish you all the best.
As I wish you the best, Michael. That first line of your comment made me laugh–thanks!
Addie,
You’ve been one of my highlights of 2012… I’m thrilled that we have established a friendship beyond the blogosphere. A great woman, you are (channeling Yoda), an enticing blogger you are… and a good friend. Happy New Year to you, Addie, and much, much love.
Le Clown
And you, one of mine. You know I don’t handle compliments well, and am sitting here saying, “Piffle!”. However, thank you for the kind words–they mean much to me.
Addie
Hmm…I’ve never seen you be unkind. Blunt perhaps, but I’ve always thought that was a good thing.
Wishing you and yours the very best in 2013, and hope it brings everything you want!
I’m never sure of where the line lies, so, I go with not so kind over blunt and good. It’s always a shock to me when people say I’ve offended when it was the farthest thing from my mind. *sigh*
I wish you and yours that glorious.ness that is 2013, and hope you find the perfect place in which to work!!
Brava dear Addie! I think I’m weird because I find your blog so cozy. I love the cottage and the napping. You are kind and giving, I’m mystified by your thoughts on that.
Happy new year!
Happy New Year!! Aw, I’m glad you feel cozy here…that’s my little house in the photo, you know! The white doors hide the door to my bedroom. I nap there or in the living room (the front windows). Second bedroom and den are in the back with the kitchen and the bath is smack dab in the middle of the house. It was built around 1880 or so.
I look forward to the new year…don’t you?
It is!?! I love it even more! I didn’t know it was really your house. I had a really good 2012 and I am up for whatever 2013 has in store.
So glad we met this year.
Happy New Year
That’s a picture of your house? It’s so cute!! I always wondered if that was Addie’s House of Napping. Every time I visit your blog, I’m delighted Addie. I think you’re amusing as all get out. 3D !! Ha! That took a second to register. I think it’s great that you have organized that which you will do more of and that which you will shelve. I’ve haven’t even gotten around to ordering my shelves for 2012! But since it looks like we will be surviving after all I guess I better get busy with some resolutions.