Look Back on Posts from 2022
It is hard to believe we are already at the end of 2022, there are just a few more days left until the new year comes around.
I hope you have made some happy memories during the year and 2023 will bring you some beautiful times ahead.
With a few days until the end of the year, I thought I would share 4 random posts from the past year that you might have missed. Alongside a competition to win a bottle of perfume.
Alrewas Alpacas at 4getmenott Smallholding
Alrewas Alpacas at 4getmenott Smallholding really has a special place in my heart, so it was only right I included them in this roundup.
Run by a lovely couple who adore their animals, most of whom are rescues, they offer a range of activities from alpaca and goat walking to overnight wild camping. You can even sponsor one of their animals and get updates on your favourite.
If you are local, happen to be passing by, or fancy a spot of wild camping I would strongly suggest checking them out.
Solid Oak Sideboard Review
Ever since we moved into the bungalow we had an old set of drawers in the lounge just to offer some extra storage. However, this year we were able to swap it out for the Oak Furnitureland Original Rustic Solid Oak Sideboard.
It was a pleasure to be able to review this sideboard, it really has offered up better storage space and looks so much nicer as well.
If you are looking for a new sideboard this solid oak offering is well-made and worth checking out.
Loadofolbobbins Sparrow Earrings
I often wonder if anyone would like a post about companies I’ve rebought from after reviewing. It happens with a lot of companies, for instance, I’ve already bought two more pairs of PJs which I included in my gift guide and FreshWipes are a monthly buy too.
I particularly love coming across new small businesses and LoadofolBobbins now has a special place in my home. Even for Christmas, I got one of their Fred Christmas lights.
They do a wonderful range of items both in textiles and print. Though I have to say the Coosplay range is probably my favourite.
Vendula Smoothies Pugnapple Backpack
I might have only posted my Vendula Smoothies Pugnapple Backpack review recently but I really wanted to include it. This got me thinking outside the box about how I could use a normal backpack with a chair – something I hadn’t really considered before.
What’s more the company offers a huge range of fantastic bags of all shapes and sizes, alongside other accessories which are perfect for anyone who likes something different. Their upcoming S/S23 range is SO cute as well.
So there you have 4 posts from 2023 which I loved writing and reviewing. I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported me, read my blog and followed me on this journey. Here’s to 2023.
Competition
I have a bottle of Jimmy Choo – Flash Eau De Parfume for her to giveaway.
This perfume’s notes are:
Top notes: Pink Pepper, Tangerine, Strawberry
Heart notes: White Flowers, Tuberose
Base notes: Powdery Woods
To be in with a chance of winning all you need to do is follow the options on the gleam below:
Win Jimmy Choo – Flash 100ml.Good Luck!
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This is such a lovely way to look back 2022!
From what I remember you had an interesting year full of memories
I’m really looking forward to seeing Bruce Springsteen!
I’m just really looking forward to enjoying all of the things that the pandemic put a stop to.
im looking forward to being debt free
When my daughter died i took her handbag home and she had a bottle of Jimmy Choo in it, well the dregs of a bottle, thats 5 years ago,it always makes me think of her as she was so fond of perfume . I still have the bottle and smell is still there
I’m looking forwards to putting myself first and spending this year learning to love myself again ! I’m gunna spend time enjoying my hobbies and spending time with family , lots of trips planned ! So lots to look forwards to !
Looking forward a holiday in June with my sister
Going to the theatre with my daughter and staying in a nice hotel
Would love to win this for my daughter – she loves Jimmy Choo perfume
My favourite memory of 2022 was going camping for the first time in years with my hubby and kids! We didn’t know if our disabled son would cope, but we all had the most amazing time and planning our 2023 adventures!!
I am looking forward to sunshine and warm weather to enjoy picnics – getting out into the fresh air. My favourite memory of 2022 is adopting the perfect little rescue dog for companionship last autumn. We lost our elderly collie in the spring, and spent four months looking for an older calmer dog. Most of the rescues were overflowing with lockdown pups.
I can’t wait to visit my grandparents in Wales in the summer with my children x
This year I am so looking forward to a holiday to London with my husband and our daughter, and visiting all the sights, and going to watch Wicked and Frozen!! So excited!!
We are eagerly awaiting theme park season to begin, we absolutely love day trips as a family
I am looking forward to meeting up with my son and his family who live in Texas.
I have a feeling 2023 isn’t going to be great. Is it January blues? 2022 was a great year, so many lovely memories with family and friends..
I’m looking forward to a fresh start
Jimmy choo is my favourite, nothing smells better
I’m looking forward to getting lots of jobs/decorating done on my new house this year
this oerfume is one of my faves, its s stunning summer scent, it always makes you feel good and happy.
@Nicola Maycock, perfume*
I am looking forward to a few holidays this year with the family
I’m looking forward to my husband retired from work at the end of 2023. My favourite thing about 2022 was a holiday with our daughter and granddaughter.
I’m hoping to win the Jimmy Choo, that would definitely get me in the good books with the girlfriend
I’m looking forward to my friends wedding
I am hoping to decorate a few rooms of my house this year
I’m looking forward to lots of travel in 2023, as the world opens up again. For years we have been talking about visiting New Zealand and Japan, and this year we are hoping that we will visit at least one of these countries.
I am finally getting my total knee replacement surgery in Feb 2023, it was booked for Jan 2023 but thanks to Covid, MRSA and a broken rib all on Xmas Day (?!?) it had to be rescheduled! Looking forward to better mobility after the op!
My favourite bit of 2022 was getting to walk alpacas in the Isle of Wight on our holiday!
Favourite memory from 2022 was being away in Portugal. For this year it will be spending more time there
I’m looking forward to a holiday abroad with my family , first time in 5 years
My favourite memory of 2022 was going to Ibiza on a prize winning trip it was AMAZIN!
My favourite memory of 2022 was my grandchild getting a super school report as I was so proud of her. I am looking forward to some nice holidays in 2023
My fave memory of last year is my first grandchild being born
Looking forward to warmer weather. we worked hard in 2022 to get our garden sorted now looking forward to using it in 2023
I am most looking forward to lots more camping trips with the family
Alrewas Alpacas looks amazing! definitely somewhere I’ll be visiting if I’m ever in the area. I walked alpacas at White Peak Alpaca Farm in Mobberley last October and it was 100% one of my favourite memories from last year🥹 looking forward to 2023, hope it’s a good one for you x
Would love to try this, please count me in x
I’m looking forward to a few weekends away and going to concerts x
Hello. I am looking forward to getting a small, part-time job. Covid left me without a job.
I’m most looking forward to my youngest daughter getting married in Marrakesh in April 2023! It’s such a very different kind of wedding, so should be very exciting and hopefully the weather should be good too!
Mine was going away with my husband for the weekend, as we haven’t had a holiday for years, so it was nice to have a little break.
I’m looking forward to a special family birthday this year.
the birth of my first grandson was my highlight of 2022!!
I am really hoping I will get to meet up with Phillip Schofield in 2023….if I can get on top of my anxiety because it’s been 10 years since I last saw him!
Looking forward to getting more active once my knee has recovered
My favourite moment of 2022 was seeing my son’s graduation
Helping mum celebrate her 80th was good
I have had a really bad December so looking forward to the New Year.
Never tried this perfume, so would love to win.
My holiday in Tenerife was a great memory in 2022. 2023 will see disappearance of a very big fat tummy {on me}
I’m looking forward to going on a much needed holiday to Portugal next year. Wish I lived nearer to 4getmenott Smallholding, I’d be visiting those alpacas every chance I got 🙂
My daughter graduated with a PGCE which was a proud moment
I’m looking forward to starting on a garden project and hopefully finishing it!
My favourite memory from 2022 was my granddaughter’s wedding in April. Because of Covid the date was changed three times but we got there in the end and it was worth waiting for.
My favorite memory of 2022 was graduating from university. In 2023, I am looking forward to my first ever skiing trip!
My favourite memory of 2022 was my grandsons first birthday
Our family holiday to North Wales where the kids went swimming in the sea for the first time
my favourite memory from 2022 is the arrival of our granddaughter
We took my little boy on his first holiday so would love to do it again next year.
I’m looking forward to new adventures with my family
My best memory of 2022 was a family holiday. For 2023 I am looking forward to a few more holidays and starting a few new hobbies.
My summer holiday with my husband and kids – it was amazing
I am looking forward to buying my first home and my favourite memory from 2022 is my new job its amazing x
Happy New Year! I wish I lived closer to the 4getmenott Smallholding to visit the Alpacas!
I’m looking forward to starting a new work and volunteering roles in 2023.
My best memory of 2022 was definitely going to Mallorca in October. I’ve never been on holiday around my birthday and so to escape the first signs of autumn was amazing. We had so much fun there, stress free and happy.
I think I will be looking forward to my daughter starting nursery as she’s 3 years old now. I’m hoping it will be able to relieve some stress and for me and husband to catch up. I also hope she learns some social skills there so she can learn to share with her older brother
2022 It went by in a flash! Here’s to 2023!!