Happy New Year to all and a big welcome to 2010.
I am looking forward to begin a new year and happy to put the old one behind me. The last half of 2009 wasn't that great. Among other things I lost a close friend, who died of cancer, and shortly before Christmas my father died totally unexpectedly. Added to that, it was a hell of time at work during those last weeks of December, and now I am sitting here looking at the dreary January sky with a massive cold making me feel stuffed and slightly depressed. So GOODBYE 2009 and a warm welcome to 2010. It can only get better.
Don't want to make this a too depressed post, so I hasten to add that the first part of 2009 was great. I finished my Master's Degree at university, got a good job (and a new job description later), I went travelling with family and I read a lot of good books! I also met so many new friends in the book blogging community and I am grateful for all your well wishes and messages. Thanks again. It means a lot.
My father's death meant that I haven't really had the time or energy to blog or be much online. I had a lot of things planned for the last week's of the year, but I guess I will have to plan and make those things happen in January instead. I am sorry I haven't been round visiting and commenting. That will improve over the next weeks as well.
Until then, I wish you all a very Happy New Year and I look forward to see you all :-D
The photo is from flickr and is taken by zeropro.
26 comments:
I'm so sorry to hear about your father *HUGS* My thoughts are with you at this sad time and I wish you all the best for 2010.
Louise, I am so sorry to hear about your father! Remember we're here for you during this time and I'll be sending lots of love and good thoughts your way. I hope 2010 is a joyful and wonderful year.
I'm terribly sorry, Louise, to hear about your father. As you said, 2010 can only get better. I'm looking forward to your new posts, hoping to hear good news about your life.Big Hug. MG
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad, Louise. ((hugs)) Best wishes for 2010.
So sorry to hear about your dad. It is very hard to say goodbye to the people we love. Your right 2010 can only be better. Cheers to you and a wish for a fantastic year.
You should not make excuses at all!
You have had a lot to cope with, and I sincerely wish 2010 will be a much better year for you.
And I am absolutely sure your blog friends will be back as soon as they see you are around again.
Lou...Hope 2010 is a better year for you and we. Dealing with the death of family members is a tough one. Hugs and Happy new Year
I am so sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts are with you and your family right now. We had a similar year, as my nan died suddenly in February and then we lost hubby's dad in November. I must admit to be glad to see the back of 2009 and I am hoping that 2010 is going to be out of this world.
My condolences. I hope the new year brings peace and happiness.
Sorry to hear about the unexpected loss of your father. My thoughts are with you.
I always think we are lucky here in the southern hemisphere that the new year happens in summer - although it might be stinking hot at least we can start the year off in bright sunshine which has to be easier than trying to be all positive when the weather is gloomy. I hope you get a bit of non gloomy weather and that 2010 is a good year for you.
If I've already posted my happy wishes on another post, please forgive me. ;)
Happy New Year!!
So sorry to hear about your father. All the best for 2010.
I hope 2010 brings you some peace and happiness -- take your time, your blogging friends will still be here.
No need to apologize. Sometimes things need to be put aside for other things. I hope your 2010 goes better than 2009. Hugs!
After the year you've had I hope that 2010 brings you nothing but happiness... and lots of great books, of course.
Thank you so much all of you!
Sorry 2009 was such a tough year for you. I hope 2010 treats you well. Happy New Year!
Lou, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father and your friend. I also apologize as I think I contacted you about Rosie's Riveters, completely blanking on all the difficulties in your life. Please forgive me. I hope 2010 is a good year for you. All my best.
Thanks Aarti, but I don't mind the Rosie Riveter post - and I did mail you back. I hope you got it :-D
Here's to a cheerier 2010 for all of us. I am so sorry to hear about your father. Readjusting to your new way of life may take some time, but be patient and kind to yourself. You'll find yourself with feet back on the ground and a clearer head when the time is right.
So long 2009, and welcome 2010!!!
I'm so sad to hear about your losses last year :-(
I hope 2010 will turn out to be a happy year for you and you family.
I'm looking forward to follow your great bookposts both in danish and english.
I am so sorry for your losses this year Lou. I wish only happiness and good things for you in 2010. Your blog friends will always be around!
*smiles & hugs*
Kim
I am so sorry for your losses, Louise. I hope you are feeling better soon. I do hope 2010 will be a better year for you.
I'm sorry to hear about your father Lou, I hope 2010 will be a better year for you. :)
I'm sorry to hear about your father Lou, I hope 2010 will be a better year for you. :)
Sending a huge HUG!!! Here's to 2010!
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