January
The first of the library book photos for last year, I always put a photo on the blog of the books I collect on mobile library day and lots of people say they like to get ideas, so that will carry on next year.
February.
One of my favourite things found at a jumble sale for 50p. I love jumble sales, car boot sales and charity shops.
March
I had a sort out of old photos in March and put many into a proper storage box rather than the albums.
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| On my trike and in a pedal car |
April
I used my English Heritage Membership before it ran out, to visit Orford Castle on the Suffolk Coast. Looking magnificent after it spent a year wrapped in scaffolding being cleaned and repaired.
May
A photo of a page from one of my umpteen books that get used for First of the Month - Country Folklore posts.
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| From 'The Illustrated Country Year' by Celia Lewis |
June
Somehow I got an Art O Level without ever learning to paint or draw, I wish I really could but instead I go to all the local art exhibitions and admire what others can do.
July
Ringshall church. One of many Suffolk churches visited during 2025. I'm now up to 130 out of the 600+ that we have in Suffolk. Hope to get to a few more in 2026
August
I didn't grow so much in the garden in 2025. In 2024 the neighbours cat and pigeons ruined so much I was quite off gardening, but the greenhouse was full. The plum tomatoes were used for Red Tomato Relish which was the only chutney made.
September
I had a few days away in a static caravan on the Suffolk Coast so that I could visit some places I'd not been to for many years without having to drive an hour each way. This was Southwold - it was incredibly windy that day.
October
A tea-light holder car-boot find to add to my Portmeirion Holly and Ivy ware. I enjoy my early morning walks around boot-sales from March to October. There's no knowing just what treasures will be discovered - usually things that will save me buying something new at a later date.
November
In November I did an A-Z .....for the third time
B was for Blackthorn
December
I like to find out about local events happening, especially if it's something a bit different and went to the Nativity crib display church fundraiser in a nearby village.
But of course the best thing about December was getting to see all the Grandchildren all at once- the sofa load of mischief! .
Thank you to everyone for reading the blog and all the comments through 2025. I'll keep writing through 2026 - what adventures will a new year will bring?
Wonderful! I wish you a magical new year! You are a source of inspiration. It is a wonderful idea to present a year in pictures. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHappy new year And thank you for your work Marie Horsham Australia
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy your posts, Sue. Happy new year.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Sue.
ReplyDeleteA lovely review of your year, may 2026 be blessed with peace, love and joy
ReplyDeleteI’m another of your readers who uses your library book photos to get ideas for books to read so I’m thrilled you will keep doing it.
ReplyDeleteYour post today was wonderful to read.
Thank you for your blog, I read it after the newspaper to remind me that there is still a sane, normal world out there. A very happy new year to you xxx
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy your blog Sue. I hope you can grow more edibles in the garden this year - perhaps some of those netting hoops to cover plants over and protect from pigeons/cat.
ReplyDeleteYour blog is one I read each morning so thank you. Good round up of your year and I also enjoy your book hauls. Happy New Year to you.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you're going to carry on blogging. It was nice to see the photos again, I love seeing the car boot sale finds and am determined to find some to go to next year myself.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year.
Penny
I have so enjoyed your blog this year especially the book reviews. I love the British Library Crime Classics. Thank goodness for libraries, long may they continue, they are too precious for us to allow their demise. I had a trike like yours, it was my pride and joy. Seeing your photo reminded me of my parents, long gone but alive in my memories. So thank you for that. Happy healthy 2026. June
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Sue. Your blog is one of my "must reads" each day and thank you especially for your church blogs which I enjoy immensely.
ReplyDeleteKaren from rather warm Queensland in Australia.
I enjoy reading your blog each day, and so am pleased you will be continuing next year. Happy new year.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely year to look back on and I wish you health and happiness for 2026.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your review. I always enjoy reading your blog, and love the country lore you tell us about. Happy New Year to you and your family. Regards Sue H
ReplyDeleteThank you for your blog-it takes a lot of thought to keep it going. My favourite thing you found was the glass vase and the little holly tea light holder. I wish you good health and happiness for 2026. Catriona
ReplyDeleteHappy new Year Sue. Great idea to do a review, it was a good reminder of your posts. Very glad you are going to continue posting as I read and enjoy the blog everyday.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy your blog so much. Thank you for writing & Happy New Year! - Nancy
ReplyDeleteA lovely round-up of your year - you do such a lot.
ReplyDeleteWishing you and yours a happy and healthy 2026.
Beautiful blog
ReplyDeleteGreat post rounding up the year. I’m looking forward to reading about your life in 2026….so here’s wishing you a happy healthy and prosperous New Year.
ReplyDeleteA lovely round up. Happy New Year
ReplyDeleteAlison in Devon x