See Ya Later 2025 Hodgepodge

It's a "See Ya Later" kind of Hodgepodge.

Joyce asks the Questions.

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1. Did you make resolutions or set goals for the year we're waving goodbye? How did that work out for you? Will you set any goals for this new year, new season, or new month? Share one or two if you'd like to share. 

If I did, I can't remember the resolutions nor the goals that I set.  With this being said, I'm guessing it didn't work out very well for me, OR...maybe it worked out better than I thought.  

I don't have any goals set for the coming New Year, but I do have a word that keeps knocking at my door.  If I feel that I need to go with a word for the year 2026, then I will try to put my ALL into searching what this word means and why this particular word was placed upon my heart.  

2. When did you have the most fun this year? 

This has been a rough year with my husband having health issues....However, I think my happiest part of the year in 2025 was in July when Sam and I took a trip with our two daughters and one of our granddaughters to Colorado to visit family.  We flew to Denver and the five of us spent a few days in Breckenridge Colorado, enjoying the river, the mountains, the shops and all of the glorious beauty that surrounded us.  We then drove South to Colorado Springs to visit my grandson and his family...we spent a few days enjoying the scenes in Colorado Springs.  We went to the top of Pike's Peak via the Cog Train.... explored the town of Manitou Springs and enjoyed some wonderful meals at some of the favorite restaurants in town. Visiting "Garden of the Gods" was another highlight. We also went to the Royal Gorge and "they" meaning everyone but me, walked across the big bridge... I'm scared of heights.  

Another happy time was in September, when Sam and I flew to Midland to visit two of our grandsons and their families.  Midland is a pretty neat place and we throughly enjoyed our visit with all of them.  

And last but not least, was my "Friend" trip to Branson with my very dear friends.  We spent 4 full days in Branson and we had the very Best time.  This was a fabulous get-away for all of us..

3. What's a song or song lyric you'll associate with 2025? Tell us why. 

"Goodness of God" by Bethel Music.  "All my life you have been Faithful."

This song is a reflection song and in looking back with gratitude, I know that I can move forward even through the difficult time..... because I am anchored in Trust.  

4. Best (or a favorite) bite of something delicious you tasted this year? 

Hmmmm..... I am going to have to say that I really, really enjoyed the BREAD PUDDING that Sam and I shared on our Anniversary.  We had reservations at a very nice restaurant near us.  This was our first time to eat at this new place and the Bread Pudding, topped with vanilla bean ice cream was AMAZING!!  It completed our evening..

5. What do you want to do more of in the new year? Less of? 

I would love to travel more during this coming up year of 2026, but this is not going to be possible.  So...my next answer would be to take time for myself and for me to continue writing my book.  

What do I want to do less of??  Worrying!!  Plain and simple...I want to put all my Trust in the Lord and totally give my worries to HIM.  

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

My random thought.... "How clean everything looks."   Right now there is nothing on the walls, and very few decorations out on the shelves and tables.  I think I am enjoying this look.  The clean look is sending good vibes to my soul..

 A minimalist is someone who intentionally lives with only the things they truly need or love, focusing on experiences, purpose, and freedom rather than excessive possessions, aiming to remove distractions and clutter to create space for what truly matters, like relationships, health, and personal growth in my spiritual walk 

Happy Last Day of 2025 Friends....

Shug..