Time passes so quickly and soon, 2013 will be just a memory.
What a memory though; one of the best years ever, (so far)!
Filled with music and travel, two of my favourite things.
The Highlights:
January –Archives
Jan. 18: Took the plunge and became a “webmaster”, (not that I know what I’m doing, really), by switching this blog from a free platform to a self-hosted, paid one. This allows much more freedom of expression. For now, it’s an expensive hobby, but eventually, I would like to at least recoup the costs involved and maybe even earn a few bucks.
Thanks to my friends and followers for your support!
Jan. 27: Turned 58. Starting to feel my age, but it sure beats the alternative!
February – Archives
Feb. 8: Drove 4 hours through a blizzard to see Eric Burdon & The (new) Animals. Aren’t we hardy Canadians, eh? Yes, it was totally worth it and this was a “Concert Bucket List” item.
Feb. 19: Saw The Who in concert for the first time. Loved it; Roger and Pete were amazing! Crossed another one off the “Concert Bucket List”!
March – Archives April – Archives May – Archives
June – Archives
Jun. 6: Attended The Rolling Stones’ “50 and Counting Tour” concert. This was my first, (and probably only, because of the cost), Stones concert and it did not disappoint. Mick and the boys were in fine form.
**NUMBER ONE ON THE CONCERT BUCKET LIST!**
Jun. 28: Hubby turned 63. Still looks great! (Of course, I’m just a little biased, but people are always shocked to learn how old he is.)
July – Archives
Jul. 23: Saw Heart in concert for the third time. Those ladies sure can rock!
August – Archives
Aug. 4: Celebrated our 40th Wedding Anniversary. It’s been that long, already??!
How to Sustain a Love Relationship
Aug. 14: Attended a Black Sabbath concert for the first time, suitably decked out in black and purple. We had so much fun, we’ll be doing it again, next April!
Aug. 30: Embarked on our month long trip to Italy, Germany & Greece.
**GREECE WAS NUMBER ONE ON THE TRAVEL BUCKET LIST!**
**GERMANY (FIRST TIME BACK SINCE 1972) WAS NUMBER TWO!**
Sept. 29: Returned from Europe. Trip of a lifetime!
October – Archives November – Archives December – Archives
Dec. 15: Attended Rod Stewart’s “Live the Life Tour” show. It’s been over five years since we saw him last and I missed him. For about 20 years, his concerts were an annual event. One of the greatest showmen ever! He never disappoints.
Dec. 24 & 25: Enjoyed our annual holiday feast, celebrated German-style, but with seafood, as per Italian tradition. No relatives, so it’s just hubby, several 4 legged house guests and me. We look forward to that every year and always have a movie marathon.
Obviously, 2013 will be a hard act to follow! Still plenty of items on the travel bucket list, including Venice, Malta and Egypt, but that last trip pretty much wiped us out, so it could be a few years before we cross the ocean again. As for the concert bucket list…..
Wherefore art thou?
©D.D.B. 2013 (Except as noted)
2014 Calendar page photo credit Metallica photo credit
What were some of your favourite moments this year?
Or, perhaps, you’re happy/relieved it’s over?
Looking forward to your comments!
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Dog Mom and (retired) Canine Innkeeper in suburban Toronto, Canada, known as The Doglady. Former corporate workaholic. Writer, photographer, digital creator. Animal lover, music fanatic, inveterate traveller. Eternal hippie/rockchick. History, literature and cinema buff. Hockey and soccer fan. Dedicated night owl. German/Canadian binational, multilingual. Let me entertain you!
8 thoughts on “REFLECTIONS OF 2013”
Hello Debbie,
This year was sure quite eventful for you. I am however going to comment on two things only: your new webmaster status and your 40th wedding anniversary.
I also started blogging professionally only this year…and I tell you, it’s been real fun. I’ve made more friends than I’ve made in the past years combined – and with those friends, opportunities I had only dreamed of! Welcome on board.
On your 40th year in the ‘ringed club’, I offer a warm, hearty and big congrats! As a married man myself, I know you must have sacrificed a lot to make the union work: so has your significant other. I wish you both the best life has to offer!
Always,
Terungwa
Nice to meet you Akaahan and welcome to The Den! 😀 Yes, the blogging world certainly is interesting and I have made some wonderful friends too. You are so right about long term relationships; they do require much sacrifice and compromise. Well worth it! Thanks and Happy New Year!
OH my gosh I loved this, Debbie! Happy belated 40th our friend! I loved how you mentioned Greece because that is how we first crossed paths. Holy smokes your Golden and my Phoenix look soooo close to alike. That is good spooky! We hope you’re having a great weekend! 🙂
Thanks Mike! 🙂 Sorry I missed this earlier. We are amazed that it’s been 40 years already. Greece was my lifelong dream and now life seems a bit anticlimactic. LOL The Golden in the photo was one of my best clients; a very sweet dog, as I’m sure your Phoenix is as well. Cheers!
It’s Karma! Payback for harder times, well deserved. ♥ May you find much happiness and joy in the coming years.
Thanks Chi Chi, although I don’t really believe in those things. I will say it was a nice change. 🙂
You’ve had a fabulously exciting year Debbie! Can’t wait to see what 2014 holds for you!
It has been a remarkable year, Bren! Not likely to top this one anytime soon. LOL Wishing you all the happiness you deserve for the New Year and beyond. 🙂