I want to wish you a Happy New Year!

Thanks to all of you for being my friendly blog neighbors, for stopping by to say *hello* daily, weekly or even just once in a while. I’ve grown to love your company and look forward to the coming year of chats and crafts and this and that. I hope I’ve inspired you the way that I’m motivated and cheered on by your kind words and encouragement.

That’s my humble abode on the left. Isn’t it charming? I love the amber glow in the windows at dusk. Ok, just kidding. But I imagine our virtual neighborhood like this, where you could come talk to me over the fence while I hang out the laundry.

This is actually the amazing attraction Roadside America Indoor Miniature Village in Shartlesville PA. We stopped there during our mad dash for home to stretch our legs and look around. The quote on the outside of the building said, “BE PREPARED TO SEE MORE THAN YOU EXPECT – YOU’LL BE AMAZED” How could we resist? Building this miniature village was one man’s 60 year hobby. There are trains and trolleys running, fountains, waterfalls, you name it. Lots of interactive buttons to press to make the trains go or the swings on the playground move, etc. The kids loved it. I would’ve taken more photos, but much like most of the holiday, I wasn’t up for it.

We’re all feeling better now (thank you for your sympathy!) although I don’t think I’m quite ready to toast the New Year with champagne. Looking forward to 2009 and whatever it may bring!