A Look Back at 2024

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Our year was filled a little wandering, a Caribbean Cruise, a high school graduation, a hurricane, and many quiet days. Health issues for both of us kept us close to home most of the year.

January

Our plans for January were to spend a quiet month at home. It’s a good thing we didn’t have any plans because in early January two major things happened. My 16 year old car died and we had to replace it.

I also tripped going up the stairs to our house and broke my left arm. I was happy to hear I wouldn’t need surgery. I wore a brace on my arm for weeks. It took a while before I could use my left had so I learned how to do many things with one hand. That’s a skill I hope I never have to use again. The good news is I am right handed!

February

We were scheduled to go on a two week Caribbean cruise in February. My doctor gave me the go ahead to go with my broken arm so off we went. It was a challenge getting through the airports with our luggage but we made it to Puerto Rico for a two night stay before boarding our ship. The ship, the crew, the islands, the sunrises and sunsets, and the food were amazing! It was a great getaway.

I couldn’t have gotten through the trip without Henry! I’m grateful for Henry and the staff at the hotel, the crew on the ship, and the drivers and guides who helped me get on and off of boats and buses.

March

March was filled with St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations.

Wandering Dawgs celebrated 11 years of blogging in March. Thank you to everyone who follows the blog and reads the posts. I appreciate all of your kind comments.

April

The spring flowers in our garden were beautiful this year.

May

May began with a day at the Savannah Scottish Games. Later in the month we had a great visit with our daughter’s family when we traveled to attend our granddaughter’s graduation.

June

We stayed at home all of June. I enjoyed a few walks on the beach.

July

July was another quiet month at home with more walks on the beach.

August

August was hot but the heat didn’t keep the hummingbirds away.

September

Butterflies were feeding on the nectar of our garden flowers before Hurricane Helene came roaring through in September. We lost power for two days and had to get a new roof after the storm. We were very fortunate and our hearts go out to those who are still suffering because of this powerful storm.

October

My Meyer Lemon tree lost most of it’s leave in the hurricane but over 30 lemons survived. On a beautiful October afternoon we spent the afternoon at Ft. Pulaski.

November

Instead of a turkey this year we celebrated Thanksgiving by making our family’s secret recipe Brunswick Stew. Making the stew brought back many happy memories of family gatherings when we all took turns Stirring the Stew.

December

In December I harvested over 30 Meyer Lemons just before we were expecting a freeze. We took a road trip and stopped for a picture of the UGA Football Barn Sign along the way. If you are not familiar with American college football, we are huge fans of the University of Georgia Bulldogs. Our Grand Dog Jack enjoyed his new bed on Christmas Eve.

I learned a long time ago that no one knows what tomorrow will bring. When health issues and doctor’s appointments slowed us down this year we cancelled a couple of trips we had planned and made the best of the time we spent at home. I’m grateful for all of the places we have been over the years and hope to be able to make some more trips close to home in the future.

Don’t put off doing the things you dream of. Cross off those bucket list items while you can. Every day is a gift!

Wishing you good health, happiness and much joy in 2025!

Shared with Terri’s Sunday Stills Year in Review

22 thoughts on “A Look Back at 2024”

  2. Sorry last year started off so bumpy! Hope your arm is completely healed now. I didn’t realize the hurricane hit your area so bad. Aren’t Meyer’s lemons the best? Here’s hoping for a healthy happy 2025!

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  5. Great photos of a good year minus the health issues. You make a very good point that most, including me, don’t get until it arrives on their doorstep – travel while you can because you have no idea when health issues will knock loudly on the door. Here’s to a healthy 2025 for all we know and love.

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    1. Judy, I didn’t get a chance to do much photography this year. You always say the nicest things about my photos and inspire me to get out and find something to take a picture of. Yes, travel is more difficult now but I’m hoping to do more this year. Happy New Year!

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  6. Let’s hope 2025 starts out smoother for you than last year. My year will start out with a thyroidectomy… yah me 🤣 Then I’m hoping for smooth sailing and a summer filled with a few getaways 🤞 Beautiful photos as always Beth taking us down memory lane. Cheers to a healthy and fun new year!

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  8. Beth, I love how you turned lemons into lemonade—pun intended. I’m sorry to hear about your arm. Falling up the stairs is something I can relate to. We will heed your advice this year and travel as much as possible. That window is quickly closing. The gallbladder thing reminded me to never take good health for granted.

    Put lots of miles on that new car this year. Cheers to a Happy New Year!

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    1. Suzanne, thankfully my arm has healed and I love my new car! It’s amazing how having an unexpected health issue like your gallbladder puts a new perspective on things. I’m glad it didn’t hold you back from all the things you wanted to do the year. We hope to put a few miles on my car next year!

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  9. Yikes! A broken arm!
    I hope it has healed.
    I agree… do what we can while our health is good.
    We have slowed down a bit because Sweet Man just had his knee replaced. It’s not an easy surgery.

    Your photos are gorgeous. Thanks for taking us through your 2024! Here’s to lots more Meyer lemons and lots of miles on your new car!
    Happy New Year!

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  10. Beth, I’m sorry to hear about your arm. You’ve managed to accomplish a lot in 2024. I agree with you that every day is a gift. Wishing you a healthy and happy new year.

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