My previous post got me accused of naughtiness. Like this was a surprise or something! So in an attempt to restore my sullied reputation (too late I know) I thought I would show my accusers and other followers that I still love them.
2017 began with my being at a very low ebb. I honestly did not expect to see 2018.
What a difference the last six months has made. My energy and enthusiasm and sense of humour have returned and, best of all, thanks to this blog I have found wonderful friends around the world who have brought such light into the darkness that I existed in before. I even have a new nickname, theme song and logo….
I want to take this opportunity to send you all a huge hug and my very best wishes for 2018.
With love from Darren aka Super D
Now for some rather prettier pictures:
These were all taken in December, despite it being midwinter.
Super D! Where is your smile?! I know, you are trying to be a serious super hero, but even a super hero can smile! Thank you for sharing your amazing humor and beautiful gift! I am blessed and honored to know you! By the way, I think my mail-lady knew your card was extra special and kept it for herself! It still has not made it to my little box!π
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I almost never smile Roda! The grimace in the Diwali picture is the best I can manage. Be assured I am smiling on the inside! You should be thankful I bravely posted a picture at all given how much of a cameraphobe I am πβ€οΈ
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Perfect! That will be my goal for 2018! Super D will smile!!Smiles and laughter brings joy to the soul! I love a good challenge! You are in for it! 2018 is going to be fabulous! ππππ
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I just knew you were going to say that. πβ€οΈ
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Did it make you smile!!π
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Ha, ha.. I did told him the same thing, Roda. Somehow, we’re in sych you and I. π
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I agree! Super D is in trouble!
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We will get him to smile more don’t worry. I believe we’ve got some power too!
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Wonder Twin Powers!
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That’s right!
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Love you bothππ
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And we both love you Super D!
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I have been deeply moved by your friendship, humour and encouragement this year lovely lady.
Sorry to hear the card still has not arrived. A package to Canada that should have taken five days took three weeks!
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I will arrive on the perfect day it is meant to arrive! Are you smiling yet…how about now?πππ
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corners of mouth turning up a bit I confess…..
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Ha! I am in the right track!!
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Anyway, Batman never smiles!
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But you are not Batman, you are Super D! Batman lives in the dark. You live in the light with plants and flowers! Daytime super heroβs must smile!!π
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Paint it Black was the only Stones song I ever liked. So I can do darkness too you know! π
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But light is so much better!!!
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Coming round to that point of view!π
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Your super powers are getting stronger!
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Such beautiful pictures.. I would love to spend some days camping in your garden. π
A very happy new year to you my friend!!! Hope you get to smile a lot this year… More power to you. ππ
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Thank you Mona! Have a wonderful 2018!
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It’s nice to see you here! π
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Two wonderful posts full of smiles! Nothing like a generous bouquet of flowers to reclaim one from naughtiness.π Happy New Years Darren! π
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Aww, thank you! Happy New Year to you too!π
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Alright Super D! Great picture, even without the smile. I understand hating pictures too π
Happy New Year π
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Thank you Julieππ. Hope you have a wonderful 2018!
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1./ Is that picture you?? If so, you don’t look like your logo picture at all. I would never have recognized you.
2./ How beautiful those flowers ! And they grow in winter!
3./ I wish you a very Happy New Year Darren
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It is indeed me. My logo pic was taken ten years ago. Pre beard. Pre gym. Pre lots of things! When I started the blog it was the only picture of me I had as I avoid cameras.
Thank you for your comment and have a wonderful 2018!
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Thank you for letting me know. πππππ
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Beautiful pictures! Wishing you a happy and healthy new year!!!
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Thank you Mackenzie my friend. Hope you have a wonderful and healthy 2018!
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Happy New Year Darren. I think your photos show that all things blossom in their own time and when the conditions are just right! Happy New Year and happy continued blogging and connecting and thank you for your frequent visits to a little piece of Ireland!
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Thank you! Happy new year and hope you have an amazing 2018. What a happy place this has been for meππ
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Thank you Darren…if we believe it will be amazing…then it will be exactly that!! We all need happy places and the more happy experiences and connections the better!! Onward and outward!!
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Absolutely!ππ
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The pictures are amazing! Happy New Year to you and your wife.
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Thank you again! A couple of them were taken with the new phone and I am so impressed. Happy New Year to yourselves too!ππ
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Superb shots! Very well done! π Best of New Years! -14 F here tonight!
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Thank you Tom! It was almost 50f and sunny here today. Susan even heard a frog calling. Crazy. It was well below freezing four days ago! Happy New Year!
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wow, absolutely beautiful pictures! So glad your 2017 was better than you expected….here’s to a fabulous 2108!!!
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aww, thank you Jen. Have a wonderful New Year!
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Fantastic photos. Happy new year. Wishing you all the best for 2018.
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Thank you Hannah. Happy New Year to you too and hope you have a lovely and creative 2018!ππ
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I do like the purple floral print shirt, perfect for you The Arty Plantsman! Love so much your flower pics. OMG Number 3, 4, 6, 8 and 9 are stunning. My favorite is definitely number 6 though. Just so you know you have brought so much light into the WordPress community… I think I speak for every readers of your blog when I say that your kindness, humour and creativity are a precious gift. When ever I receive a notification that you have post something, I can wait to go and check it out because I know I will enjoy, often laugh too. You may find difficult to smile yourself my friend but you sure know how to brighten up our day with your beautiful drawings, writing and pics. Thank you and all the best to you Darren for 2018.
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Thank you so much Dominique. I am very touched by your words and by your friendship. I am torn between smiling and crying now!β€οΈ
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Smile please! If you cry you will make me cry too and I’ll end up with blurred vision and mascara running on my cheeks. Not pretty!
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I have an advantage in that I was never pretty to start with! ππ
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Somehow I knew you were gonna say that but pardon my French it is total BS. You’re right in a way though, you are not just pretty… You’re Awesome! An awesome and beautiful human being. How come you don’t see that while every body else around you does is beyond me. π
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Ok, apologies. I should respect myself better. You are very kind as alwaysππ
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No apologies needed Darren. I know your life was no bubble wrap. But I have said it before and will say it again: You are more fun than Bubble Wrap!
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The photos are all so beautiful it’s hard to pick favourites. Snow drops are definitely one though. Happy new year π
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Thank you and Happy New Year Eve!
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Really really stunning shots! Good to see a pic of you alsoπππ½ wish you alllll the best for 2018π
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Thank you Martina. All the best to you too my friendππ
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Beautiful pictures Super D, including yours :). I’m glad our paths have crossed and I’m glad you are here to see 2018. Everything else is simply not acceptable.
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Thank you sweet lady. Delighted to have met you too. I do so love your spirit. π
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That means everything my dear friend. Hugs xoxoxo
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