Thoughts and Wishes for 2009
As the hours of 2008 wind down, these are my thoughts and wishes for my friends and family for 2009
Simon: You are family. And family you will always be. No more journeys alone, you have people who love and care about you. My wish for you for 2009 is less stress, more funds, many cuddles, improved health, more weed, and less pain, good health for Lucy and Serenity, and all the wishes you would wish for yourself. I will continue to think positively for you, even when you don't think it for yourself. I am so very blessed to have met you, and to have you in my family. Love you lots xx
Nicolas: I can't tell you how much I miss chatting with you, Nico. I am blessed to have met and gotten to know you. Can't believe the stuff we have chatted about over the years. I know the time difference makes it difficult to chat now. You will always be my Nosebuddles, and I wish for you much love, laughter, and peace in your life. Miss you lots. Hugss xx
Laura: I am so blessed to have met you. You are my twin, in a younger version of course 
, and I love you to bit. I wish for you a wide road ahead, full of wonderful opportunities and new horizons, lots of laughter, and warm loving support whenever you need it. You know you always have a welcome place in Canada, and next time I am in the UK we will meet up! Lots of huggles and snuggles to you. xx
Elizabeth: I am so blessed to have you as my friend. No matter what, you have unfailingly been my private cheering section on more occasions than I care to count. You are such an amazing woman, but you know that! 
My wish for you is that you finally leave that dreadful job this year, and embark upon the life I know you are meant to live. I will be there, cheering you on. May 2009 be less stressful, less daunting, and full of love and light, laughter and fun. You so deserve it! Love you to bit xx
Patty: I am blessed to have you in my life, and to call you friend. You have been there for me through some very dark times in the last four years. You have shared your experience and that has helped enormously. You are a strong, determined woman and I learn so much from you. My wish for you, and for Darren, is less stress, more funds, and continued love and laughter. The two of you remind me that it is possible to have a happily ever after. Love you lots xx
Sue: Another woman I am blessed to have in my life. Can't believe we've been friends now for 5 years in chat! The first time I chatted to you I knew I liked you. And that hasn't changed in 5 years. May your new business venture exceed your expectations, but not so much that you start to hate doing it, and may you and yours have a fabulous year ahead. Oh, and I also hope that the gremlin makes it to your house and doesn't get gremlin-napped by Donna. Love you lots xx
Paula: You, m'dear, have been such a blessing in my life. You are a real role model! You have shown me what an independent free spirited woman looks like, and shared your home, friends, family and pets with me. I am truly blessed to call you my friend. May you always have laughter, love, and clear horizons to travel to. You always have a place to come if you make it to Canada. Love you lots xx
Uwe: What a lovely man you are! I knew that the first summer I met you, and I still believe it. You truly care, and have a good heart. Take good care of our Pootle... she is a gem! May 2009 bring you new work, adventure, and lots of happiness. Hugs xx
Duncan and Ros: Thank you, again, for welcoming me into your circle. You both are such lovely people, and your kindness and passion for life is infectious. May you have wonderful adventures in 2009, not too much mud and rain for your outings, and bbqs with no thunderstorm. :D Hope to see you again when I return to the UK. Hugss xx
Melanie: You are an amazing woman! The hurdles you have faced this past year alone have been daunting, but you keep working at it, and overcoming them, and you never cease to amaze me at your inner strength. And one day you will realize that you are so much stronger than you ever imagined. Thank you for being my friend. I wish for you good health, much love and laughter, and a clear path ahead with less hurdles this year, but more successes, like your aromatheraphy venture. I'm ready with credit card in hand! Love you lots Hugs xx
Una: Another amazingly strong woman! I am blessed to call you my friend. I will never forget your kindness those years back... you remember the sad event I'm referring to... you were the only person I told online. It is so good to be able to share that memory with someone who can shed a tear with me. May your 2009 be filled with light and love, and maybe the strong partnership of that certain cutie. Love you lots. Hugss xx
Keith and Lisa: I am pairing you two together because you fit, like pieces of a puzzle. You compliment each other. Keith, you are a very special man, with lots of love to give, and I am happy you have found a lovely lady who deserves that love and returns it equally. May you both have much love and laughter in 2009, and may your path ahead be a shared one. Love you both xx
Ellie and Mel: I am so happy you both have found each other! You both have so much love to give, and both deserve the happiness you are now enjoying. You are two very special people in my life and I couldn't be happier for you. May 2009 finally see you both in the same place at the same time, and may it be the beginning of a beautiful journey together. Love you both xx
Mason: One of my most favourite people in chat, I am blessed to call you friend. Your wit, sarcasm, and humour never fail to bring a smile to my face. May the year ahead bring you much love and laughter, lots of time spent with your wee one, and the strength to deal with the enquiring minds you teach. Love you to bit xx
Cris: What a beautiful lady you are! And a busy one! I trust that the issue you shared with me has been resolved, and that your life is settling into a much more steady enjoyable rhythm. I am blessed to call you my friend. May 2009 be successful, with lots of love and laughter. Hugss xx
Carlo: One of my oldest chat mates. I am honoured to call you my friend. I wish for you music... you know what I mean. You have talent so don't throw it away. That will be an example to your son. You don't have to leave home to do it. Find a way to follow your dream. May 2009 be filled with peace, love and laughter for you and your son. Hugss xx
Scott: One of the first people I spoke to in chat, you are still one of my favourite. You are an amazing guy, with so much love to give. May you find someone to share it with this year, if you haven't already , and may you have much love and laughter. Big Hugs to you for being such a sweetie. xx
Angie: Although we don't chat as much anymore, but I want to wish for you a fabulous 2009, with less stress, lots of laughter and love. Am so glad you have found a man worthy of your passion and love. You deserve it! Am honoured to call you my friend. Hugss xx
Jimmy: Another person I don't chat with much anymore unfortunately, but I know you're getting on with life. You are a very sweet guy, and I hope you find someone to share your life with who will return to you all the love you have to give. Hope the work situation is better, and post to your bebo once in a while so Angie and I know how you're doing. Am honoured to call you my friend. Hugss xx
Paulina: I wish for you, my slothful sister, lots of artistic pursuits, wonderful horizons, and lots of love and laughter. But don't w.o.r.k.... because that's bad.... very bad.... Am honoured to call you my friend. Hugss xx
Stacy: What an amazing young lady you are! Full of energy, and joie de vivre (thats french, m'dear...means joy of life ). My wish for you is a very successful 2009, with lots of Starbucks frappucchinos, and lots of fabulous opportunities. Hugss my friend! xx
Lou: Never see you in the UK room anymore so I can only hope you are having much more fun offline. My wish for you is that you will not have to return to Iraq, but if you do, that you always have someone to watch over your six, enough ammunition to protect yourself, and a safe journey back home. Your dedication and sacrifice is honourable. Sending you hugs and light wherever your journeys take you. xx
Tracey, Eva, Mandie: When I think of the time I've spent chatting in the UK room, your names always come to mind. You are such strong ladies, full of wit and laughter. You have added dimension to my life and I am blessed to have met you, even if it is only in a chat room. Maybe one day I will have the pleasure of meeting you in person. Hugsss xxx
Paul: You are my newest bebo friend and I am honoured to meet you. The work your organization does is so admirable, and much needed. I wish I could be more involved, but that's not possibe, so I will occasionally make a donation when I can. May 2009 see a decrease in the number of horses that require your assistance, an increase in the funds to do the work you do, and many helping hands to lighten the load. Hugss xx
Adam (TecSatan): Thank you for being such a cool friend. I enjoy our chats and I am learning a lot from you. May your 2009 be filled with lots of love and laughter, and all the success you would wish for yourself. Hugss xx
Mrs. M and Linda W.: May you both have improved health, with no more cancer, and may your 2009 be filled with lots of love and laughter. You both have had a rough time, and I pray that's the end of it for you both. Hugss xx
Brett: You are so ellusive anymore but in case you pass by, I hope your 2009 is filled with lots of love and laughter. You are a very special man, Brettles, and I am honoured to call you my friend. We all miss chatting to you, so don't be a stranger. Hugss xx
Barbara: You never cease to amaze me with your eternal optimism and open outlook on life. You have helped so many of us to reach beyond where we were, to dare to dream and reach for that dream. I may not be there yet, but I am working on it, and you started that journey for me. I am blessed to have you in my life. On behalf of all of us who love and respect you, thank you so much! May your 2009 be filled with much love and laughter, and all the successes you dream of. xx
Adam (HK1997), Roy, and my Tabulas friends: I know I've been away from Tabulas for a while, but I shall return... I know you miss your Canadian fix, Adam Thanks for sharing tidbits of your lives and for making me smile. And thanks Roy for all your help over the years. May your 2009 be filled with much love and laughter, and may you receive all you wish for. Hugss xx
Kathrina: You are one of my favourite people. Your talent as a photographer amazes me, and I am pleased to see you are dancing too. May you dance as often as you wish to, and may you find many amazing vistas to photograph. May 2009 bring you lots of love and laughter. Hugss xx
May you all have a wonderful 2009. Be safe. xx