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Sunday, 4 January 2015

The New Year Is But An Infant.

2014 slipped away.  Now a notation in history.

 The New Year is but an infant.  Wide-eyed, curious and full of renewed hope for a better world.
Fireworks on the river Thames, London, England. The New Year in with a bang, a boom, a blaze of resplendent glory
As the light faded on the first day of the New Year, I stared out my bedroom window.  Noted the last remaining rays of the setting sun casting shadows on St. Luke's church in Leek, Staffordshire. Time to think about that new adventure, perhaps just a dream.  A dream of 2015 being the year that those who are vulnerable would no longer be targeted by those in power.  A New Year.  A New Hope. A year in which compassion, sharing, caring for all, was not that elusive dream but a wonderful new reality.  A year when the world realised that we should rejoice in the diversity of an all different, all equal world.

 A peaceful, hopeful, positive New Year to you and your loved ones. 
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138 comments:

  1. JoJo4 January 2015 at 01:31

    And to you too Gary. I just want to get through the winter w/o much snow and cold. I cannot deal w/ another Jan and Feb like last year.

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    1. klahanie8 January 2015 at 17:55

      Hi JoJo,

      I hope you January and February are tolerable. Of course, it's bordering on tropical here in England. All the best for a nice and warm New Year.

      Gary :)

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  2. Alex J. Cavanaugh4 January 2015 at 01:46

    A new year, new possibilities. And a man who can make a difference!

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    1. klahanie8 January 2015 at 18:02

      Hi Alex,

      Indeed, good sir. All of making a difference to create that big difference we so desire.

      Gary :)

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  3. The Happy Whisk4 January 2015 at 02:06

    Pawistive Wishes to You :-)

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:36

      Hey Happy Whisk,

      Penny and I, her mere human, wishes you pawsitive wishes and a Whisking New Year :)

      Gary :)

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  4. Pat Hatt4 January 2015 at 02:07

    Hopefully a great new year is had at your pad. And yeah would be nice if things were renewed and peace for all happened at every hall.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:38

      Hey Pat,

      Let's hope your pad will be full of glad. The year has started sad. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  5. River4 January 2015 at 02:25

    "A year when the world realised that we should rejoice in the diversity of an all different, all equal world."
    Wouldn't that be a wonderful thing to have happen! And why can't it? It seems such a simple thing.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:40

      Hi River,

      My dear friends, after the last few days, we must be more determined than ever to embrace a unified diversity. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  6. KimT4 January 2015 at 02:27

    What a glorious celebration there in London! One can't help but be hopeful, with all that brilliance. Beautiful view out your window, by the way. What are those lights showing, now that the trees have shed their foliage?
    Here's to your wishes for a peaceful world to materialize, and for you to have your best year ever!
    Peace, my friend

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:42

      Hi Kim,

      Quite the fireworks captured via photographing off my TV :) The lights showing are from Buxton Road, Leek.

      Here's to a renewed determination for a better world. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  7. Plowing Through Life (Martha)4 January 2015 at 02:47

    Happy New Year, my friend! I hope this is a great year for you, and for the entire world. I truly hope so.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:46

      Hi Martha,

      And a Happy, Hopeful New Year to you, my lovely friend. May the world find a new way beyond the evil. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  8. Elephant's Child4 January 2015 at 03:50

    I love your wish for the year. I share your wish for the year. So very much.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:47

      Hi Sue,

      I know how much you wish this to be true. In renewed hope, we carry on, dear Sue. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  9. Riot Kitty4 January 2015 at 04:56

    Happy New Year! I had no idea you volunteered in mental health - I work in mental health advocacy. Thanks so much for helping the cause! All different, all equal would be a wonderful thing.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:50

      Hi Riot Kitty,

      And to you, my thoughtful friend. I want to say that the gift of empathy is a powerful resource for that better world we so desire. If only the stigma was completely removed. Thank you. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  10. Unknown4 January 2015 at 05:06

    Happy New Year!!! Love your final words about compassion and diversity... beautiful writing, thanks for posting!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:52

      Hi Brahm,

      Delighted to meet you and yes, a New Year of compassion, of diversity. How far we have to go. Thank you, kind friend. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  11. bazza4 January 2015 at 07:41

    A lovely sentiment Gary. I'm not optimistic........
    Were you in London for the fireworks? I heard that there was so much demand last year that it was 'ticket only' this year!
    CLICK HERE for Bazza’s fabulous Blog ‘To Discover Ice’

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 13:54

      Hi Barry,

      Sometimes I think I have misplaced optimism. The events of the past few days can darken our hearts or give us further determination.

      The fireworks photos, courtesy of my TV screen. Happy, hopeful New Year, good sir.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  12. Eileen H4 January 2015 at 08:36

    Happy New Year to you. I share your hopes and dream for a brighter future.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:06

      Hi Eileen,

      Happy New Year to you and your loved ones, dear lady. May those dreams of a brighter future still be realised. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  13. Shannon Lawrence4 January 2015 at 08:52

    I would love to see those fireworks in person sometime. Impressive. We have a group that hikes up to the top of Pikes Peak and sets off fireworks at midnight on New Year's. It's not a big show, but we enjoy it anyway.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:15

      Hi Shannon,

      I would of loved to have been there in London. I think you fireworks display is just as spectacular in the ways of the heart. In peace and hope. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  14. Rose ~ from Oz4 January 2015 at 09:29

    Oh Gary if even half the world shared your poignant and heartfelt new year sentiments, what a world it would be.
    And from me to you may every single good and happy thing land on your doorstep.
    And thank you Gary for your lovely good wishes.
    R.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:24

      Hi Rose,

      What an ideal we must continue to believe, my dear friend. Here's to the compassion beyond all our doorsteps that seems to have been so elusive at time. Thank you and here's to that renewed hope for this New Year.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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    2. Rose ~ from Oz6 February 2015 at 08:35

      Are you keeping well over there? and warm? just sending positive thoughts your way Gary, and letting you know you've been on my mind.

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    3. klahanie12 February 2015 at 12:33

      Hi Rose,

      I'm ever so sorry about my late response. I still have my old computer for about another day or so. It takes ages to get anything done. We are all well and staying warm, my kind friend. Hope to talk to you soon and hope that all is well in your world.

      In kindness,

      Gary :)

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  15. Hilary Melton-Butcher4 January 2015 at 09:42

    Hi Gary - it's spreading the message of hope, remembering that message as the days go by ... and yes 2014 is a notation in the history books. I sincerely hope 2015 brings easier times for you and yours. Here's to a brighter and happier and more settled year ... with thoughts - Hilary

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:40

      Hi Hilary,

      Even only more would understand the message I know you, my dear friend, truly hold onto. Here's to a better time for all of us. Your kind words are truly appreciated, dear Hilary. A peaceful, happy New Year to you and your loved ones.


      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  16. Teresa Ashby4 January 2015 at 10:07

    Happy 2015 - this is indeed a year of hope that things will change for the better xx

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:42

      Hi Teresa,

      Thank you and the same to you and your loved ones, dear Teresa. The changes for the better have to come. We have to make it so.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary xx

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  17. Jenny Woolf4 January 2015 at 12:36

    I hope your new year is good and brings you what you wish for - although I confess it is a tall order. However, we are I think making progress, slow as it may seem. (I've just been reading about the way things were in the olden days). What lovely pictures. So full of brightness on one hand, and spiritual on the other. I didn't know you lived in Leek - it's a nice town.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:23

      Hi Jenny,

      Thank you and likewise, dear Jenny. The tall order seems to be getting taller with recent horrific events we have witnessed in France. Progress shall come of such trauma, we can only hope with unity. Thanks for liking the photos. There is a mixed ambience, for sure. Leek, because I always wanted to live in a town named after an onion.....

      A happy, hopeful New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Jenny.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  18. L. Diane Wolfe4 January 2015 at 13:22

    A peaceful year to you. Those are some amazing photos.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:27

      Hi Diane,

      Thank you and peaceful 2015 to you and your loved ones. I'm delighted you like the photos.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  19. Anonymous4 January 2015 at 13:24

    It's a whole new fresh 365 days...anything can happen....let's make it our goal to do something kind, helpful and good each and every one of them.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:29

      Hi Delores,

      A fresh start to a fresh New Year. Your words are wise and thoughtful to which I echo. A peaceful New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Delores.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  20. Yolanda Renée4 January 2015 at 15:38

    Beautiful thoughts - hopefully we can make them real!

    Blessings for you and all of us!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:31

      Hi Yolanda,

      Shared beautiful thoughts can change the world. A blessed New Year to you and your loved ones, indeed, to all of us.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  21. Rob Z Tobor4 January 2015 at 15:52

    I wish you well Mr G and maybe one day those dreams of yours will come about. Possibility not in 2015 but with a bit of luck and a following wind it might happen in 5102. We just need to remove a few politicians first.

    All the best

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:33

      Hi Rob,

      Thank you, kind sir and I wish you well in your dreams. 5102 may be just about right. Thank goodness we have an election before then, for what difference that makes.

      A Happy, hopeful 5102, um, 2015.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  22. Debra She Who Seeks4 January 2015 at 16:04

    Happy New Year! All the best in 2015, eh?

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:35

      Hi Debra,

      Thanks, eh. And a Happy New Year to you and your loved ones.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  23. Leandra Wallace4 January 2015 at 16:25

    That is an amazing view from you window! Love the picture. And a new year is full of renewed hope, good job at putting that feeling we all have into words. Happy New Year to you and Penny!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:37

      Hi Leandra,

      It's an awesome view and I'm very luck to live here. May that renewed hope be reinforced as we challenge all that is wrong in our world. A peaceful 2015 to you and your loved ones, dear Leandra.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  24. Robin4 January 2015 at 17:28

    I think we all really need Fresh Starts. This is why we embrace the New Year with hope in our hearts. We get to begin again. We can make this one better. Happy New Year!!!!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:39

      Hi Robin,

      Fresh Starts in fresh adventures of the heart. Let that hope in our hearts pay dividends of peace, of love, of a new reality. A happy, hopeful 2015 to you and your loved ones, dear Robin.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  25. Unknown4 January 2015 at 17:36

    The view from your bedroom is so lovely. Thanks for sharing the beautiful pics and the positive thoughts for 2015. I hope they come to pass.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:40

      Hi Lexa,

      It most certainly is a lovely view and quite the view to wake up to. Glad to share the photos and the words of hope. I do so hope that your 2015, your loved ones 2015, is one of peace and contentment.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  26. Suzanne Furness4 January 2015 at 17:43

    Happy New Year, Gary. Let us hope it is a peaceful and positive one for all.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:42

      Hi Suzanne,

      Thank you, dear friend. Here's to you and your loved ones having that peaceful, positive 2015 we so embrace.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  27. Julia Hones4 January 2015 at 19:33

    Today, as the freezing wind crushed my chest, I thought of those who are less fortunate, the people who are trying to survive in the streets... and I thought about more ways in which I can help these people...
    Take care, Gary. Have a lovely week.


    Have a lovely week.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:45

      Hi Julia,

      Your thoughts of those who just want a bit of warmth, a bit of peace, something warm to eat and drink, are echoed thoughts in my heart. A peaceful, more caring world for us all, dear Julia.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  28. Dixie@dcrelief4 January 2015 at 21:17

    Happy Newest New Year to you, Tristan and Penny!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:46

      Hi Dixie,

      Thank you, dear Dixie. May you and your loved ones have the most blessed of New Years.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  29. Truedessa4 January 2015 at 21:28

    Happy New Year! The beauty of a new year or a new day is the ability to start over with hope. Wishing you the best my dear friend.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:53

      Hi Truedessa,

      And the same to you, my dear friend. It seems we have to continue on in 2015 with a renewed vigour for that better world we aspire to having. Thank you for your kind words.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:55

      Hi ditchingthedog,

      You have stated so eloquently. For that, I'm grateful. A peaceful New Year to you and yours, dear friend.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  31. Unknown5 January 2015 at 03:12

    The pictures are awesome!
    The view from my porch was nice, even if all the fireworks in the neighborhood were
    from the black market..

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:57

      Hi DAVID,

      Thanks for that, good sir. Cheaply purchased fireworks and maybe some of them may well of been five-fingered discounts......nah...

      A good one, a better one to you and your loved ones.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  32. Pickleope5 January 2015 at 04:04

    May your year be filled with peace and wonder and should you choose to embark, new adventures. Best of luck to you in this new year, sir.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 20:01

      Hi Pickleope Von Pickleope,

      Thank you for your kind, thoughtful words. May this New Year be one of peace, of positivity, for you and your loved ones.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  33. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.com5 January 2015 at 05:42

    Beautiful sentiment and photos.
    Love to you for a blessed New Year, beautiful man. xo

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 20:03

      Hi Robyn,

      Thank you for saying that, dear Robyn.
      Loving wishes to you and your family for a better New Year, my lovely friend. xo

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  34. Anonymous5 January 2015 at 11:22

    I see fireworks in the distance, but I need to attend a show one of these days. Beautiful pics. Happy New Year. I love the goals and hopes that a new year brings.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 20:08

      Hi Medeia,

      Then there are those fireworks that are within your heart that you convey through the magic of the written word. The photos are a shared hope for a better world. May your goals be fruitful in 2015, dear Medeia.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  35. cleemckenzie5 January 2015 at 13:01

    Yes to all of that. May your year be as brilliant as those firework displays! And may you continue shout out for a better world for all.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 20:10

      Hi Lee,

      And yes to all the shared kindness from your good self. The fireworks can be symbolic of the new dawn in the new age of that better world we so desire. A peaceful, hopeful New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Lee.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  36. Anonymous5 January 2015 at 14:17

    Beautiful. You have a gift for words as well as photos. And i continue to stand along side you, to help those who are vulnerable to get help, not scorn. We are not weak, we just have to fight a little harder. My last blog devotes some time to this issue. I hope it touches someone, somewhere. And that they touch someone - pay it forward, help those of us who may need some help in our lives.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 20:06

      Hi Deborah,

      Thank you, dear lady. The gifts are shared hopes for that better, more understanding world. Indeed, not weak at all, but a sign of strength in the face of adversity. This you share with that precious gift of empathy. Pay it forward and may those who are vulnerable no longer be targeted by those with perverse power.

      A hopeful, positive New Year to you and your loved ones.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  37. Julie Flanders5 January 2015 at 14:49

    Beautiful, Gary. Or did Penny write this? :D
    Happy New Year to you and yours, my friend.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:59

      Hi Julie,

      Thanks and you figured it out. Yes, this was pawed by Penny!

      A peaceful and hopeful 2015 to you and your loved ones, dear Julie.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  38. Annalisa Crawford5 January 2015 at 16:33

    Happy New Year, Gary. Here's to a new reality :-)

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:49

      Hi Annalisa,

      Thank you, dear Annalisa. Here's to you and your loved ones sensing a new reality in this New Year.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  39. Al Penwasser5 January 2015 at 16:52

    Happy New Year!
    2014...I won't miss it.
    I hope 2015 is better.
    Fingers crossed.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:48

      Hi Al,

      To you and your loved ones, a Happy New Year! 2014 will not be missed. 2015 is off to a bad start which shall makes us more determined. All digits are truly crossed, good sir.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  40. Joylene Nowell Butler5 January 2015 at 19:33

    Happy New Year, Gary. Best to you, Penny, and Tristen. Here's believing that new beginnings are indeed full of hope and power and happiness. The new reality.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:19

      Hi Joylene,

      Thank you, dear friend. And here's still hoping that 2015 will be one of adventure and compassion for us all. The new reality embraces the kind hearts of decent folks like you. A peaceful, positive New Year to you and your loved ones.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  41. Sharon Himsl5 January 2015 at 22:06

    Thank you. A wonderful New Year to you, too. Those are amazing fireworks.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:49

      Hi Sharon Himsl,

      And thank you. May the hope of the fireworks dazzle our hearts of hope and compassion. A peaceful New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Sharon.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  42. Cat and DOG Chat With Caren6 January 2015 at 02:04

    HAPPY HAPPY NEW YEAR! Looking forward to visiting you in 2015!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:47

      Hi Caren and Cody,

      Thank you very much. I so hope that 2015 brings us further pawsitive interaction, as Penny would say. A happy, peaceful New Year to you and your loved ones.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  43. Kimmie6 January 2015 at 10:31

    A happy new year to you too Gary, I wish you peace, and hopeful (come May) a Tory free UK :)

    God bless, Kimmie x

    P>S Your photos are fabulous! :O)

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:45

      Hi Kimmie,

      Thank you, dear lady. I so hope that this New Year brings you peace, hope and comfort. That the being stuck in scared is but a distant memory. As of May 7, may the evil of David Cameron, IDS and the gang of thugs, be removed and jailed for crimes against humanity!

      Thank you for your kind, thoughtful comment, dear Kimmie.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  44. Unknown6 January 2015 at 17:26

    Wishing you many happy moments to share with those you love in the year ahead, Gary x

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:37

      Hi Carole,

      Thank you, dear lady. Many happy moments ahead in the New Year to you and your loved ones.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary x

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  45. Angela Brown7 January 2015 at 01:23

    The fireworks look resplendent and that view of St. Luke isgorgeous.

    I have hope that the new year can encompass compassion as the norm, not the exception.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:36

      Hi Angela,

      Resplendent fireworks that were symbolic of a new awakening. Quite the view of the church I get.

      Indeed, compassion be the norm in a sharing, caring world. A hopeful New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Angela.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  46. Tammy Theriault7 January 2015 at 04:50

    Those fireworks are amazing! I watched a few on tv. It was lack luster. Hope that doesn't mean a revelation for 2015!!

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:32

      Hi Tammy,

      That was quite the display. I hope that the revelation for 2015 gets better than what we have been horrified by. A peaceful and loving New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Tammy.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  47. Empty Nest Insider7 January 2015 at 07:03

    What breathtaking fireworks displays! You put your heart in to everything you do Gary, and deserve only bright days ahead. Wishing you, Tristan, and Penny good health and happiness in the New Year!

    Julie

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:30

      Hi Julie,

      Quite the incredible display over the banks of the Thames. I know you share my heartfelt desire for that better world in this New Year. Thank you for you kind wishes, dear Julie. To you and your loved ones, peace and hope.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  48. All Consuming7 January 2015 at 15:28

    And to you too good sir and all whom you love. :D

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:27

      Hi Michelle,

      Thank you, dear lady. Here's to that happy New Year we so crave. A loving, peaceful one to you and all who adore you.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  49. Anonymous7 January 2015 at 15:58

    Happy, healthy, and happy New Year to you too, my friend.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:26

      Hi Elsie,

      Thank you and may this be a peaceful, hopeful New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Elsie.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  50. Crystal Collier7 January 2015 at 17:23

    Happy New Year!! (With cheese on the side.) Man, you've been through quite a few changes in 2014. Are you ready for the challenges of 2015? I'm mildly excited and part anxious. It's going to be a fabulous one.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:22

      Hi Crystal,

      Thank you and same to you and your loved ones. The challenges of 2015 are being seized with a renewed adventure of hope. I know you've gone through some significant changes in your life, dear Crystal. I sense the cheese in your life will be even cheesier :)

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  51. Unknown7 January 2015 at 22:18

    Amazing shots. The fireworks just make new years all the more amazing.
    I hope you 2015 is great as well.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:19

      Hi Lady Lilith,

      All the more amazing considering I took the photos from my TV. Here's to a hopeful, happy New Year to you and your loved ones. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  52. Carol Kilgore8 January 2015 at 00:18

    You have a wonderful vision of the possibilities in the new year! I wish you, your son, and of course, Penny, a great 2015.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:17

      Hi Carol,

      Ah yes and the vision has been clouded but the clouds of evil we have seen must be removed. Thank you for such lovely new year wishes. A hopeful, happy New Year to you and your loved ones, dear Carol. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  53. Danielle L Zecher8 January 2015 at 18:56

    That looks like quite a fireworks display!

    I hope your year is off to a great start. :-)

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:13

      Hi Danielle,

      It was quite the display and I got to watch it from the comfort of my living room.

      Hope your year brings a wondrous, hopeful time. Thank you, dear Danielle. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  54. Static8 January 2015 at 20:30

    It's also just another day. A new day to start afresh. Here's to a new year, a new me, a new you, a new chance to make it better. Cheers! ~ Static

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:11

      Hi Static,

      Another day for me and you in paradise. Here's to a new everything, my good friend. Peace and hope, brother, peace and hope. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  55. Al Diaz8 January 2015 at 20:48

    May this 2015 bring you a lot more peace, wisdom, fortitude and love, Gary, my friend. May you keep bringing smiles to those in this blogsphere that read you and care for you. I know you always bring smiles to me and my dwarves. May Penny keep shining as the star she is. We love you both! Dragon Hugs.

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:09

      Hi Al,

      Such kind, hopeful words, my good friend. May the caring smiles bring to this world a better reality. May you, your dwarves and all that is precious in compassion, make this year the year of shared love to all. Hugs and hope. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  56. My Inner Chick10 January 2015 at 00:28

    Happy 2015 to You & Penny!!!! xxxx

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 14:04

      Hi Inner Chick,

      And to you, lovely Kim. Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary xxx

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  57. Arlee Bird10 January 2015 at 15:57

    All the best to you for the upcoming year and may we all experience successes beyond our biggest dreams.

    Looking at your photos of the festivities in London I began to think about all of the amazing fireworks displays around the world on New Years and wonder what if instead of spending money on fireworks what if that had been spent on the poor, the struggling, and the sick. And if all the people who spent time getting to and watching the displays instead had spent that time with volunteer work.

    Bad news for the fireworks companies and everyone who was involved in these events, but I couldn't help but wonder. What if the money that was spent had been spent on doing good and the people could still go see the fireworks but just had to spend their own money to do it.

    Guess I'm in a weird mood of pondering this morning.

    Back to 2015, have a good year!

    Lee
    Tossing It Out

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    1. klahanie10 January 2015 at 19:17

      Hi Lee,

      And a hopeful, happy New Year to you, good sir. May your dreams become reality.

      I totally agree with you in regards to the fireworks display. An exorbitant display of escapism, perhaps. I do know that the fireworks display in London this year was funded by those who paid to watch it in person by the Thames. As an advocate of using our energy to help the most vulnerable in society, I totally get your thoughts.

      Your mood is justified. I use to get quite rebellious in Vancouver during Expo 86 when they had fireworks displays every night. It cast a nice glow over Vancouver's food banks.

      2015 has started horribly on our planet. Now, more the ever, we have to change the world.

      Je Suis Charlie.

      Gary

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  58. ~Sia McKye~12 January 2015 at 15:07

    I love fireworks regardless of the time of year we get to see them. I enjoyed the picture of St. Luke's.
    Happy New Year Gary! Hugs to dogs. :-)

    Sia McKye Over Coffee

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:21

      Hi Sia,

      Nothing like a fireworks display, unless it's my ex wife :) It really is a nice view of the church out my window.

      A peaceful, positive New Year to you and your loved ones.

      Gary

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  59. Debra She Who Seeks13 January 2015 at 02:47

    "Brazooka" -- brilliant! I wish I had thought of that!!

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:23

      Hey Debra,

      No problem, eh. You are the bestest and never forget that. Aha and a bra....

      Gary :)

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  60. Optimistic Existentialist13 January 2015 at 16:33

    Gary, I wish you a 2015 that is full of peace and contentment. I look forward to continuing to follow your journey.

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:25

      Hi Keith,

      Thank you, kind sir. I hope that your new adventure in this New Year brings much peace, hope and positivity your way. The road ahead shall remain optimistic.

      Gary

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  61. Jemi Fraser14 January 2015 at 01:02

    Wonderful wishes! I hope that peace and balance spreads into every crevice of humanity!

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:27

      Hi Jemi,

      Thank you for that, my lovely friend. Peace and balance is something we have to embrace. A wonderful, hopeful New Year to you and your loved ones.

      Gary

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  62. Unknown14 January 2015 at 13:06

    Thank you for your kind encouragement, Gary xx

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:28

      Hi Carole,

      I shall continue to send my warm encouragement your way, dear lady.

      Gary :) x

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  63. CraveCute14 January 2015 at 17:54

    Keep good thoughts! I hope you and Penny have a wonderful year!

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:29

      Hi Diane,

      Good thoughts are held closely to our hearts. Thank you and we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful 2015.

      Gary :)

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  64. DMS15 January 2015 at 01:48

    I love these beautiful thoughts for 2015. I hope the world will be filled with more kindness and smiles this year. May everyone have a hug when they need one. :) Wishing you all the best. Love the pictures!
    ~Jess

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:32

      Hi Jess,

      Wonderful thoughts by you, my kind friend. May hugs be embraced in an all different, all equal world. Glad you love the photos. Thank you.

      A peaceful 2015 to you and your loved ones.

      Gary :)

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  65. Elizabeth Seckman15 January 2015 at 16:45

    Happy New Year my friend!!! I hope 2015 is a great year for you. Sadly, we've started this new year, as a world, with a whole lot of bad people doing bad things. But I remind myself- evil has always walked among us, but then so do the good. Look for the blessings- the world tries to hide it from us, but a keen eye will see it.

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:34

      Hi Elizabeth,

      Thank you very much, dear lady. Indeed, a most saddening and distressing start to the new year. Blessings shall counteract the evil amongst us. Lessons must be heeded and those who would terrorise shall never win.

      A peaceful, hopeful, rest of 2015 to you and your loved ones.

      Gary

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  66. Christine Rains16 January 2015 at 02:09

    What awesome pictures and wonderful thoughts. Happy new year to you and Penny too! :)

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    1. klahanie20 January 2015 at 03:36

      Hi Christine,

      Thank you kindly, dear friend. And a peaceful, happy 2015 to you and your loved ones.

      Penny and Gary :)

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  67. Beate21 January 2015 at 21:13

    Dear Gary,
    I wish you a very happy, healthy, adventerous, exciting, compassionate year full of joy and love.
    Love those pics of the fireworks and I love what you wrote about what this world needs this year. I agree 100%. I really wish that people would realize that sharing, caring for all and compassion will make the world a happy place.
    Please give Penny a big hug.
    Beate

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    1. klahanie23 January 2015 at 00:04

      Dear Beate,

      How lovely to see you, my kind friend. Thank you for your thoughtful words. I know that we both embrace the ideals of that all different, all equal world we crave. Compassion shall win over the corruption.

      A most peaceful, positive New Year to you and all your loved ones.

      I shall now go hug Penny :)

      Gary :)

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  68. Anonymous23 January 2015 at 17:26

    A beautiful post, Gary. Thank you! Wishing you and yours a glorious New Year and every success choosing the absolute best computer to meet all your hopes and needs! :)

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    1. klahanie24 January 2015 at 01:05

      Hi M.J.,

      Wow, my computer seems to be allowing me to comment. Thank you, archaic computer!

      Thanks for your kind, thoughtful words, my lovely friend. Let's keep that positive pathway as clear as possible in 2015. Now for a computer with mega RAM!

      A good weekend to you and your loved ones.

      Gary :)

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I do try to comment back to each commenter individually. However, I might have to shorten my replies or give a group thank you. That way, I can spend more time commenting on your blogs. Thank you and peace, my friend.