It was Quiet

@DianneN (247186)
United States
January 1, 2021 8:53am CST
Today is a sunny and beautiful first day of 2021. A new calendar, a fresh beginning, a lot for which to look forward. Last night hubs and I had a cozy and quiet New Year’s Eve. We had a lovely dinner, watched Twilight Zone reruns, talked to the kids, and FaceTimed with the Ice Princess, our grandson, and the family. . We rang in the New Year by watching the ball drop in Times Square, as we’ve done since our first New Year’s Eve together, even when we were out of the country traveling. We kissed and had extra long hugs this year. I shed tears, as well. Our younger son and his girlfriend thought 2020 was a wonderful year, because it was the year they met and fell in love. Here’s to a much better year for us all! Be safe, healthy, and happy!
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• United States
1 Jan 21
Happy New Year to you and yours! Yes, it was a year filled with happiness and sadness as well. But, if we focus on the happier moments it will get us through. We watched a movie, and if not for the fact that it was a long movie and not over until 11:45, I wouldn't have stayed up to see the New Year come in. After watching the ball drop, I immediately went to bed. No hugs or kisses, it was that kind of year for us. I checked on Little Miss, and headed to bed.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thank you! I ran upstairs to take off my New Year’s outfit to put on my nightgown and brush my teeth 20 minutes before the ball dropped. We kiss every year and every day and night, no matter what. I hope your year is much better.
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• United States
1 Jan 21
@DianneN we usually give each other a kiss after the ball drops, not so this year. No problem really. He is a smoker.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
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@LadyDuck (471766)
• Switzerland
1 Jan 21
Happy New Year to you, your husband and your wonderful family Dianne. My husband did not feel very well, we did not wait for midnight. At least he is very well today, a good start of the year.
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@LadyDuck (471766)
• Switzerland
1 Jan 21
@DianneN I am sure his headache was due to weather changing... we have that white stuff coming down today.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
@LadyDuck Oh, yuck! Your elbow. His head.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thank you! I’m glad your husband is feeling better today. It’s good to begin the new year feeling good and being healthy.
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@Tina30219 (82011)
• Onaway, Michigan
1 Jan 21
Happy new year we went to friends they played music and we hung out came home after new year
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
That sounds like fun. Hopefully, we can do that next year.
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@Tina30219 (82011)
• Onaway, Michigan
1 Jan 21
@DianneN Right. We normally go to a bar and they play music but could not this year
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@marlina (154131)
• Canada
1 Jan 21
Happy New Year to you and all your family
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Same to you and yours.
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@Tampa_girl7 (50351)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Happy New Year Dianne
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@Tampa_girl7 (50351)
• United States
1 Jan 21
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thanks, Marie! Happy New Year to you and your wonderful family.
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
1 Jan 21
that is such a great way to start the year!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
We had no other choice, but we were happy it worked out well. Thanks!
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
1 Jan 21
@DianneN i actually went to bed early! but oh well!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
@DocAndersen Most do, but we never have. Tonight will be an early night for us.
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@snowy22315 (181221)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Yes, I sure hope it is. I like your Little New Year GIF, or emoji or whatever. Happy New Year to you too.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thanks! It will be better, but not for a good six months.
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• Midland, Michigan
1 Jan 21
I'll drink to that. Right now with my flavored coffee. I'll have to remember to find the new calendar and change the page.
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• Midland, Michigan
1 Jan 21
@DianneN it has to be hot, yes, I'll drink to that.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
I’m enjoying my coffee right now, too. Black and hot!
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@Fleura (30484)
• United Kingdom
1 Jan 21
A very happy new year to you too. Yes, good things still happen even in bad times - and hopefully 2021 will be a better year!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Likewise! I am grateful we made it through 2020 unscathed by the virus.
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@paigea (36316)
• Canada
1 Jan 21
Happy New Year. Be safe, happy and healthy as well.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thanks so much. You, too!
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@paigea (36316)
• Canada
1 Jan 21
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@NJChicaa (119819)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Happy new year!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Likewise!
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• Agra, India
1 Jan 21
That is like a perfect way to celebrate a New Year Eve
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thanks! We had no other way to celebrate.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
@amitkokiladitya Thank you! It is very peaceful and safe here.
• Agra, India
1 Jan 21
@DianneN trust me...if I were at your place I would have enjoyed this so very much
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jan 21
Another peaceful and quiet night here as well. Happy New Year!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Sounds good to me. Nothing much else we could do that was safe. Happy 2021!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
@CarolDM We usually party differently when in Florida, but this was nice, too.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
1 Jan 21
@DianneN Everything cancelled, fireworks shows, concerts, but I agree with that decision. Would have stayed home either way.
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@hidvcmbr (248)
• Malta
1 Jan 21
I'm happy to know you have such beautiful things to start the year. Happy new year. May more good things happen in your life this year
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thanks so much. I wish the same to you. It’s been quite a crazy year.
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@allknowing (137061)
• India
8 Jan 21
My new year's eve was as any other day. But did wish things could be better for me and the world around. Happy New Year Dianne.
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@allknowing (137061)
• India
9 Jan 21
@DianneN I did visit the Old Age home and gift them with a tv
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@allknowing (137061)
• India
9 Jan 21
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
9 Jan 21
Happy New Year. I'm wishing the same.
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@rebelann (112909)
• El Paso, Texas
1 Jan 21
One thing good to start off this year is that we're already prepared for what lies ahead so things can only get better. No more toilet paper wars in supermarkets.
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@rebelann (112909)
• El Paso, Texas
1 Jan 21
I never have bought paper towels @DianneN I use cotton kitchen towels instead, those I can wash repeatedly.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Nor Bounty paper towels. I am set for a good, um, year!
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
We also use bar towels and kitchen towels. iI depends on the use @rebelann
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@jstory07 (139774)
• Roseburg, Oregon
1 Jan 21
I hope your son has a nice future with his girlfriend.
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@jstory07 (139774)
• Roseburg, Oregon
1 Jan 21
@DianneN I hope I get to see my three grandchildren this summer. The ones that live in Great Britain.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
2 Jan 21
@jstory07 I hope you do, too.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thanks, Judy. So do we. Happy 2021!!!!
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@just4him (317115)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
1 Jan 21
Happy New Year! This is the first time I didn't see the ball drop. I was actually in bed and dozing. I didn't miss 2021 enter though. I was awake at midnight and heard the fireworks going off in Green Bay.
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@just4him (317115)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
1 Jan 21
@DianneN This is the first time I've heard fireworks for New Year's Day since 2000 when it was a big deal to enter a new millennium.
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@kobesbuddy (78871)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jan 21
I was afraid for others during 2020, not about myself. 2020 wasn't really much different for me, I always spend time alone at home. This is what I like! Your son and his girlfriend have focused on all the positives from this year, I love it
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
It was different for us, but I discovered that I enjoy being a homebody, too. I still fear for my family and friends. This virus is raging now. Thanks. My boys both had a happy, healthy, sweet, and prosperous year. It’s what I always want for them and pray for every night. Thanks so much!
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• United States
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@kobesbuddy (78871)
• East Tawas, Michigan
1 Jan 21
@DianneN I pray for you and your family every day. God has kept all of you safe, from that hideous monster! 2021 will be as good and probably even better for your two boys A wife, mother,grandmother who spends much time on her knees, has no problem standing on her feet
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@LotusEyes (2711)
• India
1 Jan 21
Wow!! Lovely Start. Happy New Year to you and your family. God bless you all.
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Thanks! It was the only way to start safely.
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• United States
1 Jan 21
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@LotusEyes (2711)
• India
1 Jan 21
@DianneN Yes, that's right. I hope that the vaccine will be available this year
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