Auld Lang Syne
The term, ‘Auld Lang Syne’ is old Scottish for ‘Times Long Past.’ And I’ve never given this song much thought until now. I discovered that it’s a bittersweet poem completed with a mournful melody reminiscing the times of a life gone by. Recalling a feeling of something that wasn’t lost until you went looking for it.
For many reasons that I can’t delve into now, the end of this year is a definitive end of a chapter in my life. It wasn’t planned, it wasn’t believed. It was just another December 31st until the last few weeks events have unfolded. And I find myself relating and drawn to the melodies of ‘Auld Lang Syne.’
I am ready with open arms to let go of 2012 and walk forward into 2013. My auld lang syne have revealed to me where I began, and how much further I can go. All this reminiscing has drawn me into some of my favorite moments from the last year…
+ I started this blog!
+ discovered a new passion collecting old dusty lovelies.
+ found out I was one Tough Mudder!
+ had one of those really good weeks this last Spring.
+ sun. sand. beaches. my man. corona. Need I say more?
+ bought a brand new Canon T3i!
+ got to use my toy camera, La Sardina.
+ spent some sunny days with my old dog before she passed.
+ saw one of my favorite bands in concert – The Black Keys.
+ had a hot weekend water skiing, beer drinking, and floating in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
+ visited San Francisco and fell in love with Chinatown and Alcatraz.
+ won an Interactive Art Director Award!
+ spent a lot of days by the pool. And an afternoon on the black top at the Super Chevy Show.
+ camping along the river in Peaceful Valley.
+ visited the back country of Pennsylvania and had my heart warmed by my guy’s family.
+ had to say goodbye, but not so long to one of my best friends.
+ a warm and nourishing Christmas with both our families.
+ helped my guy move into a big beautiful new home.
Trust me when I say there were so many more moments to love and learn from this last year. And I can’t wait to see what the new year unfolds.
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WOW!!!!! this is fabulous…xoxoxo!
Seems like you had an amazing 2012! And I wish you even better 2013! :)
Thanks Mirka, let’s click our heels together for good luck!
Great list baby. I’ve always loved this poem. It is bittersweet but sometimes we all need a little of that. A wonderful daughter taught me that. Have an amazing 2013 sweetie!
Hi Friend!!! I love your post. 2012 was good to you! I just started a blog and I’m very envious of how gorgeous yours is. It took me HOURS to set mine up and post one entry! haha
I’m looking forward to our photo adventure.
See you soon!!
xoxo
Thanks! I know how long it takes, but I’m suppose to make that look easy – it’s my job haha ;) Maybe I could help you out with yours one day. Keep up the blogging, your photos are amazing!