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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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.