@@gigi1332 Yes. I lost my mom in 2014 and I miss her so much. When I'm sad or not feeling well I so wish I could turn to her for comfort. I want to fly back to my mother.
I was instantly teary eyed when you told us your son's song he selected for your dance together. I can see why you cried (after he left) Sums up what your son thinks of you without a doubt. What a gift. I loved your voice in this video. Stronger, bold, full of vitality! You do have two voice styles. Don't we all? Not meant to be rude. I know I do as well. Different emotional expression. Thank you for all of the beauty and thought you put in your videos. Especially your beauty! ❤ you really are an amazing woman. Thank you for sharing yourself with us and thank you for believing in yourself and knowing you have value to share with others. 🎉
My word for 2025 is ME! I have spent the last 3 years focused on caring for my husband who was on hospice. He passed last month so now, after all these years, (43) I can focus on myself. My children are grown so I have no responsibilities except myself now. So now it is MY time!
Greetings Susan! What?? You don't think you've grown this year?? Susan, you survived the flood and the aftermath and the management of the people who did the work and you self advocated and stood up for yourself and you went through your son's wedding and survived the dress disaster and I'm sure there's more...!! Someone who does all that has to be growing somewhere within. Love and blessings ♥️🙏
My word is hopeful. My hubby past this past February. We had 63 years together. So I’m just hopeful I can carry on and honor him and the Lord. Hugs to you
My sincere condolences to you. I pray you find a bit of joy in every day, sent to you by your beloved hubby from above. God Bless you in the coming years.
Fun is my word. For the past 10 years I have been taking care oof my demented mother who eventually passed and I had to clean out her house and sell her home, that I grew up in. I had two cats 17 and 18 that got sick and passed a year apart. Then my husband got prostate cancer and surgery. He is fine now, but I had to take care of him. My sister-in-law and maid of honor got cancer last year and passed away. So, I would like to have some fun this year. I want to laugh more than I cry.
My word for 2025 is Acceptance. Accept the things I can change and accept the things I can't change. Accept that I'm not responsible for everyone's happiness and accept that I deserve happiness too. Love the video😊
LaurieSudduth… I replied with my word [acceptance] before looking at any of the replies in here. The reason(s) for my choosing this word is to give me peace of mind this year
@janice3309, as I was reading your post & that you chose the word courage, I was thinking that I chose the word fulfilled. It takes courage to live a fulfilled life. I see the similarities in our choice of words. Happy New to you 🎉🎉🎉
We had two sons and we were a traveling basketball family with so many others over the years. My husband and I both played in our small high school. Well we had not gone to a basketball game in about 20 years. We are now 74. Our nephew is the coach so we decided to go to a home game. We bundled up, got our tickets, went in and sat on bleacher seats in a very large new gymnasium. All the sounds came alive for us again. The young men and opposing team were quick and the fun was clean. The cheerleaders were amazing. The community values shined through. I would suggest that us old people get out to see our youth and not stay home in the recliners. God bless.
When I was a kid, we walked. We walked to school with friends, we walked to the movies on Saturday, the library, we walked to the grocery, we even walked in the snow in our ice skates. There was always time to do somersaults and pick up autumn leaves, make snow angels and walk backwards when the wind was too cold in our faces, it was magical. Fast forward to 2025, I don’t want to walk my obligatory 10,000 steps, I want to remember every single day that we are all just walking each other home. Love to you Susan ❤️
My word is Graceful! I want to rejoice in all I have as Im scared of future. I am 69, widow, financially broken, my 16th surgery two weeks ago,, want to retire all with grace and gratitude for the blessings I do have. Walk into my future gracefully and living in the moment! One day at a time especially after I heal from Major back surgery with implants, 9 screws and rods. Accept I can smile while enjoying each day as best I can!
I hope you can do that too. I have gone through a TKR which still hurts after 18 months. Broke my foot a few months later and had to wear a boot. My uneven walking caused more than normal back pain Then my husband died this last March after having Alzheimer’s. I turn 72 this month. I need to be Gracefully approaching my new world despite the grief and pain. I’m going to try hard and I hope we both succeed.
@@donnabruskie806 God Bless you towards good health and happiness! I understand your grief! I became a widow at 36 due to husband suicide. Life has been hard but I am gracefully blessed too and ready to capture the remaining days of this season of my life. Sending you hugs and love!
Inspiration. I am a 15 year brain tumof/brain hemorrhage survivor this month and soon 58 years with diabetes. You continue to fight, never give up and have faith!!! Happy New Year. Buchanan's are tough. I am one myself!!
2024 was a difficult year. I lost my mom in August. Estranged from my family unexpectedly since. I spent all of the holidays without family. My son and his new girlfriend spent Christmas eve with me and I loved it. I have been so use to spending holidays with my mom and siblings and all the family. This year was difficult, not being in my childhood home for the holidays. I've been feeling disappointed. My one word for the New Year , I'm thinking is "New". Everything is new now. Unfamiliar territory. I'm getting older, 63, yet Everything is new to me as I walk this path into older life alone. Without my mom, she was our glue , but now gone. The glue has cracked and faded sooner than i ever expected. Thank you for your videos and inspiration.
I was saddened to hear you lost your Mum and it also sounds like in another way, you have lost family members you cared about. I am so sorry for your losses, as neither would be easy to deal with. However, you are so lucky to have had your Mum with you till you were 63. I was just a child when I lost mine, so you were blessed to have that love for so long. It might help just to feel grateful for those years and being able to spend time with your son and his girlfriend as well. It sounds like you have a good relationship with them, so that is a blessing. All of the very best to you.
I'm sorry that you lost your mother last year, and you lost your family too. Life can be so unfair. I had a similar experience when my mother passed and left a huge void. But I know my mother's spirit is still around and I will always be her child. Nobody can take that away from you!💕
Your mother is with you somehow. Talk to her. My mother, now long gone, always gave great advice which, of course, I didn't take seriously but now do. When I have a problem, I ask myself what would my mom say and automatically I know what she would have said and it calms me. She's still giving advice although from a different location than my own.
Seeing you and Desi at anytime is a true treat! No pressure Susan, but you and the Little Poets Society, are many times the light at the end of the tunnel for me. Such amazing women, going through so many different situations. People finding strength, courage, connecting with others living through or those that can empathize with the same type of life events. This group has become the wind between my wings. I thank all of you that share, bare your soul and lay it all on the line. 2025 looks pretty good as long as Little Poet and all of the followers are in my life. I wish each and every one of you that read this, a Very Blessed New Year full of good health, grace and Peace.
Oh all of the very best to you too. Your comment, is one I can relate to in everything you said. There are just so many of us really in the same boat and it is good feeling we are never truly alone as you will find someone kind to reply to you. We all try to live as best we can and hopefully 2025 will be kinder to us all.
And looking at the conversation above, deep thinking and eloquent. It reminds me of a video where a global youth choir in various parts sang a perfectly synchronized song. It was about a year into covid.
I wrote this tiny 2 liner poem in the 4th grade ~~ I’ll always remember: October days, crystal and clear As beautful as an angels tear. I also wrote a pretty good moving emotional poem for my husband that I lost suddenly 14 years ago. I wrote it for him when we met in 1974~~~ he always carried it with him in his wallet. Thank you Susan, from one poet to another ❤
I needed two words for 2025. EMBRACE - family and friends, and all the beautiful moments. DISTANCE - I have to distance myself from the news and the energy in our country now.
Healing, for myself , and everyone else who is going through physical illness. This has been a very tough year , greatful stilll , and hoping for a better 2025 . Good bless you beautiful lady an Desi , I am glad you had a great date . God bless you with many more. Keep up the great inspiring words , they mean a lot . ✌️🙏❤
My word for 2025 is Resilience. Life throws a lot at us and we need to be able to bounce back when it knocks us down. I think we are in for a tough economic period. So- I've paid off debt and beefed up savings, stocked up on things and fixed up my home. I'm working now on my physical and mental health.
Happy New Year, Susan & Desi!.my word for 2025 is Courage! I have a bucket list, mostly that entails traveling & I need to be brave to go on my own , as a widow!
I traveled all the way to Israel in 2024 with a travel group. I was worried about not knowing anyone but had a great time! Lots of women (my husband died in 2019 after 47 years together)are traveling alone . I made new friends and I am ready for another adventure! The world is waiting for you, have a wonderful time!!
My word is Content. I would just like to be content with the circumstances in my life to accept the people who are gone. I just want to stop worrying over everything. I did not do that when I was younger I just handled the problems kicked it to the curb and moved on. I wonder where that woman went to ? Take care you and Desi are the sweetest.
That woman is still there, but years do strange things to us. Back then, the world is your oyster the youth take on more of a carefree attitude. I know what you mean and that is a hard one to answer. Maybe just putting it down to wisdom to knowing things differently.
My word for 2025 is serene. I'm so tied of not being able to live in the moment, always worried about money, health issues, oat disaster will next befall us. I don't want to be rich. I have no delusions that our health problems will disappear. I just want to be able to handle them with more strength and certainty.
I love how Desi trusts you so much. He let's you put anything on him with complete love and trust and even sings with you. That's one special family member you have there. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
My 2025 word is Flexible; in thought, deed and physically...I'm tired of feeling stuck. My ex worked for Delta for 36 years. It's been two years since he passed and I'm still stuck in my grief. I want to fly away too...
My word is DIFFERENT. I want to be different, try new things, not procrastinate so much, make new goals. Just be happy and not look at the past so much.
Your word really resonated with me. That’s me too, I want to be DIFFERENT! Do you mind if I hold onto your shirt tails Busy Bee and try to be DIFFERENT too? And I’ve been trying. I too am a procrastinator and live in a house full of clutter. I made a New Year resolution, that I am going to try to do a ten minute task every day to improve my living conditions. I know it’s only the 5th January but I’ve kept to it so far! I truly hope that by the end if this year I have a different home. One that brings me joy, not the sadness that it does at the moment. Wishing both Busy Bee and Susan a very happy 2025 being DIFFERENT and BOLD ❤❤
I love Edna's poetry. Her words are the airplane. My word for this year is "present." I want to be present in my life, in the moment. I don't want to be lost in regrets about the past or worry about the future. I just want to be present in this moment so I don't miss anything!
I’ve always loved the poetry of Edna St. Vincent Millay. The first Millay poem I memorized a few decades ago was “First Fig.” “ My candle burns at both ends; It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends- It gives a lovely light.” May 2024, I turned 60. I’ve always had the blessing of good health, and never want to take that for granted. My word this year is healthy - applied to every aspect of my life. Happiness, good health, and hugs for a prosperous New Year 2025 to Susan, Desi, and all in the Little Poet Community.❤️🐶
Someone said to me “What do you do for fun?” I froze. I didn’t have an answer. I work, I go home…(repeat). So my word will be Fun! Time to make a positive change. ✨ Happy new year Susan and Desi 🎉
My word for 2025 is GRATEFUL. It’s not a new word for me this year. In fact, it’s how I always try to look at my imperfect life. One can always compare our lives to others, but it’s never healthy. We end up feeling either inferior or superior, and neither is good. Best to look inward and be thankful for all we do have. God is good, and I am oh, so GRATEFUL.
Patient is my word, It's something I struggle with and have most if my life, as caregiver for my husband, who has been the patient one for 61 years, I want to be patient with him as he becomes more dependent on me, as his dementia becomes more pronounced. Sometimes it feels overwhelming, and always the silent fear of losing him. and seems to bubble up into impatience. Plainly put, I hate my reaction, so indeed patient is my word!
This is my situation too. It is so hard to develop patience as an older woman. I so miss the life we had together and fear that I will not handle the slow loss of this beautiful man with grace and gentleness. I feel for you and hope this year brings perseverance and as much joy as is possible.
It is so hard to see the man you’ve loved your whole life become a shadow of what he used to be. I pray we all have the grace, the peace, the gentle tenderness, but most importantly, the shared love as we watch the decline of our great husbands, the love of our lives. It is hard when our dreams of the lives we wanted seem to have slipped away. I hadn’t planned for this life as a caregiver of the beautiful once strong man, my protector…he once said, ‘we need to get busy doing all we want to do before we’re to old and feeble to do it anymore.’ I sort of brushed it off a bit, thinking we still had a lot of time but here we are facing that reality at 60 years old. It is a struggle but ladies, we are not alone!
🎶 isn't she lovely...oh big tears!!! My word for 2025 is Surrender! I need to stop holding back and just surrender my heart. Stop the fears of getting hurt or misunderstood and just LIVE! Have a happy and blessed new year my dear Susan! Let's make all the music we can!!! Love to you and Desi❤
Edna St Vincent Millay has been a favorite of mine since my teens. I'll be 60 in May. I lost both of my parents 14 yrs ago, within 4 months of each other. They were married 60 yrs. I always think it's sooner as well...
The mark of a great woman is someone who knows she could commit great sin, but she chooses not to because she loves the Lord too much, and doesn’t want to hurt Him. ✝️🙏🕊
Praise God, I was saved in 1988 and I never looked back. I am so happy almost all my family believe in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He is our rock and cornerstone; without Him we would crumble. I go to a wonderful Baptist Church for the last 10 years since my husband passed away my youngest daughter and my son-in-law go with my oldest granddaughter also who is all grown up and on her own. But God where would we be without him? I shutter at the thought I’ve been saved and I’ve been unsaved. Saved is indescribable. The Lord said to his disciples, he would never leave us or forsake us so He sent the comforter. Have a blessed evening, my friends I may the lord put a hedge of protection around you and your family. our ladies prayer meeting meet at our church every other Saturday while on Zoom I decided since I am 74 there’s not going to be a lot of Saturdays days and Sundays that I can attend church so I made a decision to start going physically about four months ago best decision I ever made. I was there when my friend started it around five or six years ago, such a blessing gathering with my ladies at church every other Saturday.🙏 loves and hugs from me and Otis🐶 Massachusetts
My word for this year is Faith, trusting that things will unfold exactly as they should. I told my husband about your big tip on Christmas Eve, so we blessed someone too. I love that idea. I completely understand why you get the number of years your Mom has been gone wrong. With each passing year, it makes it so much more real and profound. My Momma went to Heaven 4 years ago. I sometimes wonder (and ask God) how have I been able to go on without her? Only by His grace. Happy New Year!
I am 68 years old. Last year I travelled to Japan, (from Ireland) one of those guided tour events, meeting with a group the day after I arrived in Osaka……so now my word for 2025 is, “Adventurous ” I’m going back to Japan but this time to explore and wonder at this beautiful country at my leisure.
Thank you for giving Edna St. Vincent Millay the respect and admiration she so duly deserves for her incredible work. 🙏. I too choose to be bold in 2025. Learning to love my life again and being my authentic self.
My word for 2025 is "Authentic." For too long, I've been a bit of a chameleon, adapting to how others perceive I should behave-whether that’s toning down my quirks, hiding my emotions, or fading into the background when I’ve been told I’m too quiet. But this year, I’m stepping away from those expectations and fully embracing who I am, quirks and all. It’s not about fitting into someone else’s version of me but about living unapologetically as myself. Authenticity means no more bending, no more hiding-just me, as I am, in all my messy, wonderful truth.
Hi Susan, I wanted you to know that during the past few years when my life tuned upside down I turned to your channel and found comfort there. It was good to know that I was not alone on this new path , other women walked this same path and came out wiser and stronger ❤
Hello Susan and Desi, 2024 was a dream come true for me in April. With help from my cousin, I discovered who my biological father was. We’re happy to get to know about each other, even though it’s long distance and over the phone.It’s amazing how similar we are in a lot of ways. My word for 2025 is DISCOVERY. It sounds exciting. Happy birthday to you Susan. Love your duet with Desi!
My word for 2025 is "Alive." It's time to come alive with greater excitement and faith for promises to be kept for a beautiful future (Jeremiah 29:11).
First thing you said resonated with me…”time, that elusive thing we don’t have enough of” that’s my very thought tonight. My sister passed this evening. She was my best friend & was in her late 50’s. I just want more time with her😢 My word? I guess Forgiveness. I want to forgive myself for shortcomings & others for silly transgressions.
God bless your dear sister in heaven 🙏🏻. So sorry for your loss. Your bond with your sister is eternal 🌸. May God grant you peace via your beautiful memories🙏🏻
Dear Susan. Just as I was reflecting on how lovely your voice is, you mentioned the comment someone made about it. Your voice is not only expressive but also complemented by impeccable diction. And your accent? It adds an extra layer of charm that makes it truly unique. For 2025, my word is "adventure". As I prepare to turn 60 next week and retire at the end of June, I want this year to be filled with unexpected joys and delightful moments. Thank you once again for sharing such a wonderful video. Wishing you a fantastic week ahead!
Oh Anne...where do I send you a check??? Thank you so much for being so kind...it means the world to me that I am acceptable at reciting poetry.....what a gift you gave me when I was having my doubts!
So many comments are whirling through my head after that. WORD OF THE YEAR...instant and uncontemplated is *INDOMITABLE.* No matter how fast the arrows fly, l will catch them. I will wrap them in love and send them back. I want PEACE and LOVE on my beautiful planet. Is that so much to ask?
I think my word for the new year is going to be COZY! I want to enjoy living in my small apartment with my sweet cat, read, color, and just stay COZY! I want to start a few new traditions of my own now that I think about it! Lol! You are so inspiring Susan! I’m happy to hear your date went well and that he makes you laugh! I do love a funny, good natured, fun loving man! No Grumpy Old Men for me! Hugs! ❤
I cannot imagine anyone watching something that they hate. I watch you and it is not because I hate how smart you are or how nice you are. I watch because you are a very good person. You have a beautiful home that reflects you. inside and out. Have a great and bold New Year.
Happy new year. I hope this year will be a happy and healthy one for everybody. I’ve had two years of sadness and I have to try to move on and be happy until I join my husband and my kitties in heaven. Listening to Desi sing just makes me very happy
Edna st. Vincent Milay is a favorite of mine. I memorized the ballad of the harp weaver because I loved it so much! Double stands need to be dissolved in 2025 for good.
I hope your sadness turns to you as I understand how hard loss is. All the very best to you. Yes Desi, puts a smile on my face and they are such a great duet aren't they.
My word for 2025 is health. Having spent 2024 ill this year I am going to do what I can to turn this round. I am 2 years older than you but look about 10 years older so time to pull myself together. Happy New Year to you and all that read this.
One of the neatest gifts I received from my granddaughter was a book called Grandmas story. It is a memory book of my life that I have to fill in. I don’t know where she got it. But I could see you filling it out with all your memories for your grandchildren. My word Peaceful!
My word for 2025 is hope! ❤ Don’t take any mean posts from trolls to heart. Hurt people hurt people. Sad but true. Just delete and read on to all the positive comments from all the wonderful subscribers you have that love you and think you’re fabulous! ❤️
Happy New Year Susan, You have inspired this 56-year-old to start her own channel! The cottage artist here in Cornwall UK. I have made one yes one video so far, Your courage joy, and authenticity have always inspired me. I never thought that I could do it. But you have given me the confidence to be 'bold' :) Now I have to learn how to edit! 😱 I have loved watching your videos and you have helped me through some very dark times. Just pressing publish was a triumph for me. You gave me the courage and confidence to try. Thank you ❤
Hi Susan! I am learning english, and I did not know the word bold, so I looked for the meaning, and I loved it. My word for 2025 is gonna be bold as well. Happy new year! With love
Susan, you are inspirational and delightful. You're 100% authentic, which I love and can relate to. Thank you for staying true to yourself as you uplift and inspire us. My word for 2025 is Inspired. Happy New Year to you and Desi!! ❤🎉 21:05
My word for 2025 is happiness. This past year, I misplaced my happy, and just found it again! …….I got my happy back!! Thank you for bringing beautiful thoughts and happiness each week!❤️ HAPPY NEW YEAR!🎊
I think my 2025 word will be ROMANTIC! I’ve lost the need for romancing myself and my home and it’s something you do effortlessly. I used to live a very romantic life, full of beautiful details, music, poetry, and nature. I miss that terribly but life and health has made it a bit more difficult to focus on that essential part of my life. You have rekindled that soft burning flame in me and made me long to get back a little of that younger girl that lived a romantic life, so thank you Susan. I hope and pray that you continue to live your beautiful and romantic life as boldly as you wish! Happy 2025! Sending Desi a hug and a kiss 😘
Susan, you and Desi warm my heart. Thank you 💗. My word is BRAVE. I also live with my pup and am 70 y/o. I have soo many interests but am an introvert. I want to be more outgoing and step out of my comfort zone, and be less shy. Be blessed!
Desi is the best! Thanks for making me remember reading ESM's biography. Her, early years were rough, her single mother had to do private nursing so was gone for extended periods, the daughters lived in poverty in a rickety place at the edge of town, lots of walking home alone from school, barely enough food, never knowing when the mother would return. Then one night a few men were banging on the door...she knew not to open it and after some dirty taunts they did leave. But the girls still had to walk alone and stay alone in the house. So a very sad and hard time during her formative years. I don't have a word, but I have a quote that I'll be focusing on. "I am in you and I am you. No one can understand this until he has lost his mind." Rumi
Happy New Year Susan! I feel my life has been stagnant for years so my word for 2025 is "growth." I want to set and meet goals, learn continuously, challenge myself and work on my weaknesses.
My word is stronger. You believe you did not grow this last year, but you handled several major problems, and that is called growth. You learned a lot more about the town you are living in, it's people, your own family, which is also called growth. You just didn't see growth in this context, but there it is. Also, as to missing your mother, Desi fills your heart with so much love which helps alleviate that pain. Nevertheless, your outlook and philosophy on life is great. Keep up the good work. I believe you are really quite happy and content with your life and situation. I've watched your videos for a long time and find them uplifting. You would have been a very successful interior decorator/designer as you are very talented in that area. Hope you have a very happy new year!
I like your word, BOLD, and your amazing positive attitude for the new year. Many blessings for 2025. You and Desi are so wonderful to visit with each week. My word for 2025 is going to be Brave. I am 74 and feel that, at times, I shrink back and let everyone else have their way instead of speaking up and having a say in the matter. I plan to be brave and speak up more. Thank you for asking us to choose a word. I would not have considered my true wish for myself otherwise.
What a lovely thing to say! My favorite thing about being part of this channel is how much we help each other! Thank you so much for being so kind...happy new week to you!!! Much love always, Susan & Desi
My word is motivated. Now, most people would not believe this because I am like the Energizee bunny and people can't belive how much I cram into every day. BUT, a lot of that is not what I really, really want to be doing! I am motivated to put my priorities at the top of my list this year. I'm not going to let other stuff make me too busy to get going on my dreams. I made a Vision Board on Pinterest this year with my top priorities and I have started doing this stuff. Thank you for being YOU with your wonderful voices, for Desi singing with you, and for being there every week. I found you during the COVID shutdown and you have no idea how I loved those words, "We'll be here." I think you helped a lot of us.
It is lovely that you communicate with your mom, when my mom was alive, I called her everyday, visited her when ever I could. When my sister retired we would take her shopping and lunch once a week. I really do not have any regrets I loved my mother and I know she loved me. When my Dad died we took turns going to make sure she was tucked into bed safe and sound. She never failed to thank us. I am so lucky to have had my mother until she was 94, some people are not that lucky.
I'm enjoying the 1940's based series by Jennifer Ryan. She writes about the importance of women supporting each other during challenging times. I started with The Wedding Dress Sewing Circle and one of my favorites of the series is The Kitchen Front. I'm going to look up the books you are talking about. I love reading about different time periods and women's stories.
Maybe we should all carry an airplane in our purse…..so we can fly away
Can we fly back to our mother's? She was all I had and I miss her so much
I feel the exact same way
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@@gigi1332 Yes. I lost my mom in 2014 and I miss her so much. When I'm sad or not feeling well I so wish I could turn to her for comfort.
I want to fly back to my mother.
I remember when you first did that video your granddaughter really touched my heart ❤️
My word for 2025 is peace, I just want a peaceful life❣️
that was the exact word that came to me as well.
You were blessed to have had a happy marriage
My word is renew ❤. I spent 2024 fighting leukemia and I’m now in remission. Time to renew my life in all ways.
Wishing you wonderful health in 2025!!
Prayers for a healthy 2025❤.
Praise God for your healing. May you experience a complete renewal of your body, mind, and spirit. Stay blessed.🕊️🕊️🕊️
Blessing for a healthy year.
I hope you have a great 2025!
“Isn’t she lovely” sums you up both inside and out.
Absolutely!!❤
I was instantly teary eyed when you told us your son's song he selected for your dance together. I can see why you cried (after he left) Sums up what your son thinks of you without a doubt. What a gift.
I loved your voice in this video. Stronger, bold, full of vitality! You do have two voice styles. Don't we all? Not meant to be rude. I know I do as well. Different emotional expression.
Thank you for all of the beauty and thought you put in your videos. Especially your beauty! ❤ you really are an amazing woman. Thank you for sharing yourself with us and thank you for believing in yourself and knowing you have value to share with others. 🎉
My word for 2025 is ME!
I have spent the last 3 years focused on caring for my husband who was on hospice. He passed last month so now, after all these years, (43) I can focus on myself. My children are grown so I have no responsibilities except myself now. So now it is MY time!
Yes, the time is now. Go girl!💙
I’m right there with you! Since August 2024 when my husband passed…I’m re-wiring my thought process 💜
You go, girl!
Greetings Susan! What?? You don't think you've grown this year?? Susan, you survived the flood and the aftermath and the management of the people who did the work and you self advocated and stood up for yourself and you went through your son's wedding and survived the dress disaster and I'm sure there's more...!! Someone who does all that has to be growing somewhere within. Love and blessings ♥️🙏
Can I just say I love you!!!
I whole heartedly agree!
My word is hopeful. My hubby past this past February. We had 63 years together. So I’m just hopeful I can carry on and honor him and the Lord. Hugs to you
Oh my 63 years together! I’m sorry for your loss and grief . 😢🙏❤️ your word of ‘ hopeful ‘ is such a good outlook as you move on . 🙏
So sorry for your loss❤
My sincere condolences to you. I pray you find a bit of joy in every day, sent to you by your beloved hubby from above. God Bless you in the coming years.
Hugs!
My word for 2025 is
VICTORIOUS!💜
I want to grow stronger physically,mentally and spiritually! 💜
Fun is my word. For the past 10 years I have been taking care oof my demented mother who eventually passed and I had to clean out her house and sell her home, that I grew up in. I had two cats 17 and 18 that got sick and passed a year apart. Then my husband got prostate cancer and surgery. He is fine now, but I had to take care of him. My sister-in-law and maid of honor got cancer last year and passed away. So, I would like to have some fun this year. I want to laugh more than I cry.
My word for 2025 is Acceptance. Accept the things I can change and accept the things I can't change. Accept that I'm not responsible for everyone's happiness and accept that I deserve happiness too. Love the video😊
Amen sister!
Realize you can't help others with their journey.
LaurieSudduth… I replied with my word [acceptance] before looking at any of the replies in here. The reason(s) for my choosing this word is to give me peace of mind this year
@@pattiemcd8790 I know exactly what you mean. Peace would definitely be my second word. I hope you find peace of mind this year.
@@LaurieSudduth …Thank You for your kind reply. I wish you all the best this year and beyond ❣️
I believe Desi has been taking singing lessons. He is hitting the high notes quite well.
Its all the practice he has been doing. He really throws his head back for the final note.❤❤
Oh sweet Desi ❤
Canto Desi Callas
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My word is “brave.” My life is changing in a big way and I need the courage to move ahead, to not get stuck. I need to be brave ❤
Susan! My dear, you MUST publish your book of poems! There's thousands of followers who are waiting for it now!
My word for 2025 is... COURAGE. I want to have the courage to live my best life. I want to learn knew things and spread my wings.
@janice3309, as I was reading your post & that you chose the word courage, I was thinking that I chose the word fulfilled. It takes courage to live a fulfilled life.
I see the similarities in our choice of words.
Happy New to you 🎉🎉🎉
@@margicain2477 I love that you pointed that out!! Happy New Year to you too. Your response made my day❤️
We had two sons and we were a traveling basketball family with so many others over the years. My husband and I both played in our small high school. Well we had not gone to a basketball game in about 20 years. We are now 74. Our nephew is the coach so we decided to go to a home game. We bundled up, got our tickets, went in and sat on bleacher seats in a very large new gymnasium. All the sounds came alive for us again. The young men and opposing team were quick and the fun was clean. The cheerleaders were amazing. The community values shined through. I would suggest that us old people get out to see our youth and not stay home in the recliners. God bless.
Great idea, thanks!
Exactly….we are not going to be remembered by our eyeshadow and lipstick, but rather the compassionate things we do for others. My word is Compassion.
When I was a kid, we walked. We walked to school with friends, we walked to the movies on Saturday, the library, we walked to the grocery, we even walked in the snow in our ice skates. There was always time to do somersaults and pick up autumn leaves, make snow angels and walk backwards when the wind was too cold in our faces, it was magical. Fast forward to 2025, I don’t want to walk my obligatory 10,000 steps, I want to remember every single day that we are all just walking each other home. Love to you Susan ❤️
Well said.
Thank you, great reminder... Happy New Year!
My word is Graceful! I want to rejoice in all I have as Im scared of future. I am 69, widow, financially broken, my 16th surgery two weeks ago,, want to retire all with grace and gratitude for the blessings I do have. Walk into my future gracefully and living in the moment! One day at a time especially after I heal from Major back surgery with implants, 9 screws and rods. Accept I can smile while enjoying each day as best I can!
I am so sorry that you have had to have so many surgeries! I hope 2025 gives you better health, strength and happiness!
I wish for you a truly healthy one and were so sorry to read your comment as to what you have gone through. Many blessings to you in 2025.
I hope you can do that too. I have gone through a TKR which still hurts after 18 months. Broke my foot a few months later and had to wear a boot. My uneven walking caused more than normal back pain Then my husband died this last March after having Alzheimer’s. I turn 72 this month. I need to be Gracefully approaching my new world despite the grief and pain. I’m going to try hard and I hope we both succeed.
@@donnabruskie806 God Bless you towards good health and happiness! I understand your grief! I became a widow at 36 due to husband suicide. Life has been hard but I am gracefully blessed too and ready to capture the remaining days of this season of my life. Sending you hugs and love!
@@dorisdaylight8415 Your words mean a lot to me. May you also have a great 2025!
Inspiration. I am a 15 year brain tumof/brain hemorrhage survivor this month and soon 58 years with diabetes. You continue to fight, never give up and have faith!!! Happy New Year. Buchanan's are tough. I am one myself!!
My maiden name is Buchanan. Yes, we are tough!!!
Beautiful video Susan! My word for 2025 is “Healthy”. I hope you and anyone who reads this has a blessed and wonderful New Year! ❤
2024 was a difficult year. I lost my mom in August. Estranged from my family unexpectedly since. I spent all of the holidays without family. My son and his new girlfriend spent Christmas eve with me and I loved it. I have been so use to spending holidays with my mom and siblings and all the family. This year was difficult, not being in my childhood home for the holidays. I've been feeling disappointed. My one word for the New Year , I'm thinking is "New". Everything is new now. Unfamiliar territory. I'm getting older, 63, yet Everything is new to me as I walk this path into older life alone. Without my mom, she was our glue , but now gone. The glue has cracked and faded sooner than i ever
expected. Thank you for your videos and inspiration.
I was saddened to hear you lost your Mum and it also sounds like in another way, you have lost family members you cared about. I am so sorry for your losses, as neither would be easy to deal with. However, you are so lucky to have had your Mum with you till you were 63. I was just a child when I lost mine, so you were blessed to have that love for so long. It might help just to feel grateful for those years and being able to spend time with your son and his girlfriend as well. It sounds like you have a good relationship with them, so that is a blessing. All of the very best to you.
I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom and the unexpected, unfortunate changes that come with age. 😢
I'm sorry that you lost your mother last year, and you lost your family too. Life can be so unfair. I had a similar experience when my mother passed and left a huge void. But I know my mother's spirit is still around and I will always be her child. Nobody can take that away from you!💕
Your mother is with you somehow. Talk to her. My mother, now long gone, always gave great advice which, of course, I didn't take seriously but now do. When I have a problem, I ask myself what would my mom say and automatically I know what she would have said and it calms me. She's still giving advice although from a different location than my own.
My word is Healed….from my two cancers…currently NED…but want it gone forever….Happy New Year🎉
I really pray you heal from your cancers. Sending my love and hugs to you for a full recovery in 2025.
Happy for you!
My word for 2025 is obedient. I only want to do God’s will for me, God’s plan for me. Great video as always! Thank you! Blessings!
Seeing you and Desi at anytime is a true treat! No pressure Susan, but you and the Little Poets Society, are many times the light at the end of the tunnel for me. Such amazing women, going through so many different situations. People finding strength, courage, connecting with others living through or those that can empathize with the same type of life events. This group has become the wind between my wings. I thank all of you that share, bare your soul and lay it all on the line. 2025 looks pretty good as long as Little Poet and all of the followers are in my life. I wish each and every one of you that read this, a Very Blessed New Year full of good health, grace and Peace.
I just love you...you are my touchstone...
Oh all of the very best to you too. Your comment, is one I can relate to in everything you said. There are just so many of us really in the same boat and it is good feeling we are never truly alone as you will find someone kind to reply to you. We all try to live as best we can and hopefully 2025 will be kinder to us all.
@ Sending you all the very best for 2025! So many of us are right there with you and you are there for us. Blessings and grace!
And looking at the conversation above, deep thinking and eloquent. It reminds me of a video where a global youth choir in various parts sang a perfectly synchronized song. It was about a year into covid.
I wrote this tiny 2 liner poem in the 4th grade ~~ I’ll always remember:
October days, crystal and clear
As beautful as an angels tear.
I also wrote a pretty good moving emotional poem for my husband that I lost suddenly 14 years ago. I wrote it for him when we met in 1974~~~ he always carried it with him in his wallet. Thank you Susan, from one poet to another ❤
Such a treat,two times in a week!
A fake voice?!? Oh my! Some folks!!!
Love your voice. It’s beautiful.
Totally AGREE!! I would REALLY enjoy it if she could, BUT really she has a life too! I SO truly enjoy her. 💖😍💖
I needed two words for 2025. EMBRACE - family and friends, and all the beautiful moments. DISTANCE - I have to distance myself from the news and the energy in our country now.
I second that😊
My word is Resilient. The older we get the more resilience we need!
Healing, for myself , and everyone else who is going through physical illness. This has been a very tough year , greatful stilll , and hoping for a better 2025 . Good bless you beautiful lady an Desi , I am glad you had a great date . God bless you with many more. Keep up the great inspiring words , they mean a lot . ✌️🙏❤
I am separated after 42 years of marriage, my word is renewal (mind, body and soul).
Wow! I too want a separation after almost 42 yrs. It’s not easy. Hope you find peace .
THRIVE.
That's my word for the New Year.
THRIVE in 2025... not just survive anymore.
THRIVE.
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YES!!! THRIVE!!!
LOVE that! Alive to thrive in '25 🎉
Love that word! Spread your wings!❤
My word for 2025 is Resilience. Life throws a lot at us and we need to be able to bounce back when it knocks us down. I think we are in for a tough economic period. So- I've paid off debt and beefed up savings, stocked up on things and fixed up my home. I'm working now on my physical and mental health.
❤Resilience ❤is a Good Word with prices sky rocket 🚀 ing in 2025 from Gas ⛽️ Housing to Food here in San Diego California 🇺🇸 ❤🎉❤
Happy New Year, Susan & Desi!.my word for 2025 is Courage! I have a bucket list, mostly that entails traveling & I need to be brave to go on my own , as a widow!
I traveled all the way to Israel in 2024 with a travel group. I was worried about not knowing anyone but had a great time! Lots of women (my husband died in 2019 after 47 years together)are traveling alone . I made new friends and I am ready for another adventure! The world is waiting for you, have a wonderful time!!
Coffee, cheesecake, and great company. Happy New Years everyone!
I'm coming over! Put the pot on!
Just like The Golden Girls!
My word is Content. I would just like to be content with the circumstances in my life to accept the people who are gone. I just want to stop worrying over everything. I did not do that when I was younger I just handled the problems kicked it to the curb and moved on. I wonder where that woman went to ? Take care you and Desi are the sweetest.
That woman is still there, but years do strange things to us. Back then, the world is your oyster the youth take on more of a carefree attitude. I know what you mean and that is a hard one to answer. Maybe just putting it down to wisdom to knowing things differently.
My word for 2025 is serene. I'm so tied of not being able to live in the moment, always worried about money, health issues, oat disaster will next befall us. I don't want to be rich. I have no delusions that our health problems will disappear. I just want to be able to handle them with more strength and certainty.
I love how Desi trusts you so much. He let's you put anything on him with complete love and trust and even sings with you. That's one special family member you have there. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
My 2025 word is Flexible; in thought, deed and physically...I'm tired of feeling stuck. My ex worked for Delta for 36 years. It's been two years since he passed and I'm still stuck in my grief. I want to fly away too...
Your granddaughter is adorable. I love her explanation of why she keeps the plane ✈️ in her purse. My word is health. ❤
My word is DIFFERENT. I want to be different, try new things, not procrastinate so much, make new goals. Just be happy and not look at the past so much.
Your word really resonated with me. That’s me too, I want to be DIFFERENT! Do you mind if I hold onto your shirt tails Busy Bee and try to be DIFFERENT too? And I’ve been trying. I too am a procrastinator and live in a house full of clutter. I made a New Year resolution, that I am going to try to do a ten minute task every day to improve my living conditions. I know it’s only the 5th January but I’ve kept to it so far! I truly hope that by the end if this year I have a different home. One that brings me joy, not the sadness that it does at the moment.
Wishing both Busy Bee and Susan a very happy 2025 being DIFFERENT and BOLD ❤❤
Susan, thank you for your loving kindness. That's what I would love to give others this year.❤
I wrote this little poem on New Year's eve at midnight.
Don't just survive
But come alive
And thrive
In 2025!
I love Edna's poetry. Her words are the airplane. My word for this year is "present." I want to be present in my life, in the moment. I don't want to be lost in regrets about the past or worry about the future. I just want to be present in this moment so I don't miss anything!
That is beautiful!!!! I want that too...I get lost with the future..I must stop.
@@denisebrown4933 you nailed it! The only given is today! Happy New Year!!!!
I’ve always loved the poetry of Edna St. Vincent Millay. The first Millay poem I memorized a few decades ago was “First Fig.” “ My candle burns at both ends; It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends- It gives a lovely light.”
May 2024, I turned 60. I’ve always had the blessing of good health, and never want to take that for granted. My word this year is healthy - applied to every aspect of my life. Happiness, good health, and hugs for a prosperous New Year 2025 to Susan, Desi, and all in the Little Poet Community.❤️🐶
My word is Freedom. To do what I want whenever I want!!! Love you and Desi.🎉❤
Someone said to me “What do you do for fun?” I froze. I didn’t have an answer. I work, I go home…(repeat). So my word will be Fun! Time to make a positive change. ✨ Happy new year Susan and Desi 🎉
Love it!!
My word for 2025 is GRATEFUL. It’s not a new word for me this year. In fact, it’s how I always try to look at my imperfect life. One can always compare our lives to others, but it’s never healthy. We end up feeling either inferior or superior, and neither is good. Best to look inward and be thankful for all we do have. God is good, and I am oh, so GRATEFUL.
Patient is my word, It's something I struggle with and have most if my life, as caregiver for my husband, who has been the patient one for 61 years, I want to be patient with him as he becomes more dependent on me, as his dementia becomes more pronounced. Sometimes it feels overwhelming, and always the silent fear of losing him. and seems to bubble up into impatience. Plainly put, I hate my reaction, so indeed patient is my word!
This is my situation too. It is so hard to develop patience as an older woman. I so miss the life we had together and fear that I will not handle the slow loss of this beautiful man with grace and gentleness. I feel for you and hope this year brings perseverance and as much joy as is possible.
It is so hard to see the man you’ve loved your whole life become a shadow of what he used to be. I pray we all have the grace, the peace, the gentle tenderness, but most importantly, the shared love as we watch the decline of our great husbands, the love of our lives. It is hard when our dreams of the lives we wanted seem to have slipped away. I hadn’t planned for this life as a caregiver of the beautiful once strong man, my protector…he once said, ‘we need to get busy doing all we want to do before we’re to old and feeble to do it anymore.’ I sort of brushed it off a bit, thinking we still had a lot of time but here we are facing that reality at 60 years old. It is a struggle but ladies, we are not alone!
Beautifully said...one day at a time❤
🎶 isn't she lovely...oh big tears!!! My word for 2025 is Surrender! I need to stop holding back and just surrender my heart. Stop the fears of getting hurt or misunderstood and just LIVE! Have a happy and blessed new year my dear Susan! Let's make all the music we can!!! Love to you and Desi❤
Edna St Vincent Millay has been a favorite of mine since my teens. I'll be 60 in May. I lost both of my parents 14 yrs ago, within 4 months of each other. They were married 60 yrs. I always think it's sooner as well...
Surrender is My word as well! ❤️🙏🏻
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My word for 2025 is overcome. Beat obstacles!
That was a beautiful video Susan!
Heal is my word for 2025.
Me too!!
My word is Kindness. To see the good the positive the beauty that is all around and be kind to it.
The mark of a great woman is someone who knows she could commit great sin, but she chooses not to because she loves the Lord too much, and doesn’t want to hurt Him. ✝️🙏🕊
Nice to see another Christian sharing the Word on this Channel
Amen! He is the lover of my soul.
Praise God, I was saved in 1988 and I never looked back. I am so happy almost all my family believe in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He is our rock and cornerstone; without Him we would crumble. I go to a wonderful Baptist Church for the last 10 years since my husband passed away my youngest daughter and my son-in-law go with my oldest granddaughter also who is all grown up and on her own. But God where would we be without him? I shutter at the thought I’ve been saved and I’ve been unsaved. Saved is indescribable. The Lord said to his disciples, he would never leave us or forsake us so He sent the comforter. Have a blessed evening, my friends I may the lord put a hedge of protection around you and your family. our ladies prayer meeting meet at our church every other Saturday while on Zoom I decided since I am 74 there’s not going to be a lot of Saturdays days and Sundays that I can attend church so I made a decision to start going physically about four months ago best decision I ever made. I was there when my friend started it around five or six years ago, such a blessing gathering with my ladies at church every other Saturday.🙏 loves and hugs from me and Otis🐶 Massachusetts
Thank you for not being ashamed to witness about Jesus.
How could anyone live without Jesus😥🙌❤️
My word for this year is Faith, trusting that things will unfold exactly as they should. I told my husband about your big tip on Christmas Eve, so we blessed someone too. I love that idea. I completely understand why you get the number of years your Mom has been gone wrong. With each passing year, it makes it so much more real and profound. My Momma went to Heaven 4 years ago. I sometimes wonder (and ask God) how have I been able to go on without her? Only by His grace. Happy New Year!
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Yes you do wonder how you do get on without the ones you love, so much. With God's grace. You got that right. All the best in 2025.
My word for 2025 is grateful. I feel that if I have more gratitude in my life that everything else will fall into place.
I am 68 years old. Last year I travelled to Japan, (from Ireland) one of those guided tour events, meeting with a group the day after I arrived in Osaka……so now my word for 2025 is, “Adventurous ” I’m going back to Japan but this time to explore and wonder at this beautiful country at my leisure.
Thank you for giving Edna St. Vincent Millay the respect and admiration she so duly deserves for her incredible work. 🙏. I too choose to be bold in 2025. Learning to love my life again and being my authentic self.
My word for 2025 is "Authentic." For too long, I've been a bit of a chameleon, adapting to how others perceive I should behave-whether that’s toning down my quirks, hiding my emotions, or fading into the background when I’ve been told I’m too quiet. But this year, I’m stepping away from those expectations and fully embracing who I am, quirks and all. It’s not about fitting into someone else’s version of me but about living unapologetically as myself. Authenticity means no more bending, no more hiding-just me, as I am, in all my messy, wonderful truth.
Hi Susan, I wanted you to know that during the past few years when my life tuned upside down I turned to your channel and found comfort there.
It was good to know that I was not alone on this new path , other women walked this same path and came out wiser and stronger ❤
Hello Susan and Desi, 2024 was a dream come true for me in April. With help from my cousin, I discovered who my biological father was. We’re happy to get to know about each other, even though it’s long distance and over the phone.It’s amazing how similar we are in a lot of ways. My word for 2025 is DISCOVERY. It sounds exciting. Happy birthday to you Susan. Love your duet with Desi!
Congratulations on finding each other!! 🎉
I get happy tears just thinking about it. Thank you.
My word for 2025 is "Alive." It's time to come alive with greater excitement and faith for promises to be kept for a beautiful future (Jeremiah 29:11).
So glad to see you twice this week!! Happy New Year!!
How was the date??
First thing you said resonated with me…”time, that elusive thing we don’t have enough of”
that’s my very thought tonight. My sister passed this evening. She was my best friend & was in her late 50’s. I just want more time with her😢
My word? I guess Forgiveness. I want to forgive myself for shortcomings & others for silly transgressions.
God bless your dear sister in heaven 🙏🏻. So sorry for your loss. Your bond with your sister is eternal 🌸. May God grant you peace via your beautiful memories🙏🏻
I’m so sorry for the loss of your sister. 🩷🙏
I'm so sorry! God bless you!
Dear Susan. Just as I was reflecting on how lovely your voice is, you mentioned the comment someone made about it. Your voice is not only expressive but also complemented by impeccable diction. And your accent? It adds an extra layer of charm that makes it truly unique. For 2025, my word is "adventure". As I prepare to turn 60 next week and retire at the end of June, I want this year to be filled with unexpected joys and delightful moments. Thank you once again for sharing such a wonderful video. Wishing you a fantastic week ahead!
Oh Anne...where do I send you a check??? Thank you so much for being so kind...it means the world to me that I am acceptable at reciting poetry.....what a gift you gave me when I was having my doubts!
So many comments are whirling through my head after that. WORD OF THE YEAR...instant and uncontemplated is *INDOMITABLE.* No matter how fast the arrows fly, l will catch them. I will wrap them in love and send them back.
I want PEACE and LOVE on my beautiful planet. Is that so much to ask?
I think my word for the new year is going to be COZY! I want to enjoy living in my small apartment with my sweet cat, read, color, and just stay COZY! I want to start a few new traditions of my own now that I think about it! Lol! You are so inspiring Susan! I’m happy to hear your date went well and that he makes you laugh! I do love a funny, good natured, fun loving man! No Grumpy Old Men for me! Hugs! ❤
I'm trying to make a small apartment home too..big change I didn't want but that's where I am. Cozy is a good word. Enjoyx
@ , you as well! Let me know how things go for you!
I cannot imagine anyone watching something that they hate. I watch you and it is not because I hate how smart you are or how nice you are. I watch because you are a very good person. You have a beautiful home that reflects you. inside and out. Have a great and bold New Year.
Happy new year. I hope this year will be a happy and healthy one for everybody. I’ve had two years of sadness and I have to try to move on and be happy until I join my husband and my kitties in heaven. Listening to Desi sing just makes me very happy
Edna st. Vincent Milay is a favorite of mine. I memorized the ballad of the harp weaver because I loved it so much!
Double stands need to be dissolved in 2025 for good.
So sorry for your losses. Hoping your memories heal your hurts and turn the sadness to joy. Hugs
@ thank you so very much for your kind words
I hope your sadness turns to you as I understand how hard loss is. All the very best to you. Yes Desi, puts a smile on my face and they are such a great duet aren't they.
@ thank you so very much for your kindness. Oh, I love Susan and Desi singing together at the end of the video it can’t help it make you smile.
My word for 2025 is health. Having spent 2024 ill this year I am going to do what I can to turn this round. I am 2 years older than you but look about 10 years older so time to pull myself together. Happy New Year to you and all that read this.
EVERY time I hear you two sing, I honestly think, “Well, that will get me through this week.” You two make me so happy! Thank you!!!
Oh you make my cry with happiness!!!
Freedom. That’s my goal for this year. Moving into my own apartment, and I will have freedom to do what I want. And peace. 😊
My 2025 is step out of the old into the new. Things in my life need to change. ❤️💕❤️
One of the neatest gifts I received from my granddaughter was a book called Grandmas story. It is a memory book of my life that I have to fill in. I don’t know where she got it. But I could see you filling it out with all your memories for your grandchildren. My word Peaceful!
My word for 2025 is hope! ❤
Don’t take any mean posts from trolls to heart. Hurt people hurt people. Sad but true. Just delete and read on to all the positive comments from all the wonderful subscribers you have that love you and think you’re fabulous! ❤️
Happy New Year Susan, You have inspired this 56-year-old to start her own channel! The cottage artist here in Cornwall UK. I have made one yes one video so far, Your courage joy, and authenticity have always inspired me. I never thought that I could do it. But you have given me the confidence to be 'bold' :) Now I have to learn how to edit! 😱 I have loved watching your videos and you have helped me through some very dark times. Just pressing publish was a triumph for me. You gave me the courage and confidence to try. Thank you ❤
My word for 2025 is HAPPY. I just want to be happy again.
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Me too😔
I look forward to seeing your bold side. My word for 2025 is optimistic. Instead of focusing on the bad things, I want to work on being optomistic.
Hi Susan! I am learning english, and I did not know the word bold, so I looked for the meaning, and I loved it. My word for 2025 is gonna be bold as well. Happy new year! With love
Susan, you are inspirational and delightful. You're 100% authentic, which I love and can relate to.
Thank you for staying true to yourself as you uplift and inspire us.
My word for 2025 is Inspired.
Happy New Year to you and Desi!! ❤🎉 21:05
I love that word!!!
My word for 2025 is happiness. This past year, I misplaced my happy, and just found it again! …….I got my happy back!!
Thank you for bringing beautiful thoughts and happiness each week!❤️ HAPPY NEW YEAR!🎊
I want to be well.
Happy New Year to you and Desi! 😘
2024 was a 9. I moved to a great town and adopted a terrier.
My word is stronger. 💚
I missed you live again. Thank you for all that you do. When I need some comfort & wisdom I listen to you.
Hi Susan well I see Desi is still a good singer thank you for sharing a great video as always my word for 2025 is LOVE ❤❤
I think my 2025 word will be ROMANTIC! I’ve lost the need for romancing myself and my home and it’s something you do effortlessly. I used to live a very romantic life, full of beautiful details, music, poetry, and nature. I miss that terribly but life and health has made it a bit more difficult to focus on that essential part of my life. You have rekindled that soft burning flame in me and made me long to get back a little of that younger girl that lived a romantic life, so thank you Susan. I hope and pray that you continue to live your beautiful and romantic life as boldly as you wish! Happy 2025! Sending Desi a hug and a kiss 😘
Susan, you and Desi warm my heart. Thank you 💗. My word is BRAVE. I also live with my pup and am 70 y/o. I have soo many interests but am an introvert. I want to be more outgoing and step out of my comfort zone, and be less shy. Be blessed!
I LOVE BRAVE!!!
Desi is the best! Thanks for making me remember reading ESM's biography. Her, early years were rough, her single mother had to do private nursing so was gone for extended periods, the daughters lived in poverty in a rickety place at the edge of town, lots of walking home alone from school, barely enough food, never knowing when the mother would return. Then one night a few men were banging on the door...she knew not to open it and after some dirty taunts they did leave. But the girls still had to walk alone and stay alone in the house. So a very sad and hard time during her formative years. I don't have a word, but I have a quote that I'll be focusing on. "I am in you and I am you. No one can understand this until he has lost his mind." Rumi
Calm. That is my word for 2025. God bless you and Desi!❤️
Happy New Year Susan! I feel my life has been stagnant for years so my word for 2025 is "growth." I want to set and meet goals, learn continuously, challenge myself and work on my weaknesses.
Bold is a good word for 2025. Persevere is good. I think of Seize the (each day) doing what you are destined to do.
We are always growing and changing. Sometimes we don't realize how, until we stop to catch our breath.
Beautifully said.
it occurred to me that I was in denial answering that question....I didn't want to examine perhaps some sad things I learned
Love your winter snow! I am in Arizona, we will be 70 and sunny again. My word for 2025:is grace.💕🐾🐎
Love the singing big finish!❤ Let's all 'thrive' in 2025!😊
Control, I’m taking control of my life. Everyone around me controls me, no more, I’m in control of me. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
My word is stronger.
You believe you did not grow this last year, but you handled several major problems, and that is called growth. You learned a lot more about the town you are living in, it's people, your own family, which is also called growth. You just didn't see growth in this context, but there it is. Also, as to missing your mother, Desi fills your heart with so much love which helps alleviate that pain. Nevertheless, your outlook and philosophy on life is great. Keep up the good work. I believe you are really quite happy and content with your life and situation. I've watched your videos for a long time and find them uplifting. You would have been a very successful interior decorator/designer as you are very talented in that area. Hope you have a very happy new year!
I'm going to steal your word for the year! BOLD!
ALRIGHT! How BOLD!!!! LOL...!!!!!!!!!!!! Happy new week!!!
I like your word, BOLD, and your amazing positive attitude for the new year. Many blessings for 2025. You and Desi are so wonderful to visit with each week. My word for 2025 is going to be Brave. I am 74 and feel that, at times, I shrink back and let everyone else have their way instead of speaking up and having a say in the matter. I plan to be brave and speak up more. Thank you for asking us to choose a word. I would not have considered my true wish for myself otherwise.
What a lovely thing to say! My favorite thing about being part of this channel is how much we help each other! Thank you so much for being so kind...happy new week to you!!! Much love always, Susan & Desi
My word is motivated. Now, most people would not believe this because I am like the Energizee bunny and people can't belive how much I cram into every day. BUT, a lot of that is not what I really, really want to be doing! I am motivated to put my priorities at the top of my list this year. I'm not going to let other stuff make me too busy to get going on my dreams. I made a Vision Board on Pinterest this year with my top priorities and I have started doing this stuff. Thank you for being YOU with your wonderful voices, for Desi singing with you, and for being there every week. I found you during the COVID shutdown and you have no idea how I loved those words, "We'll be here." I think you helped a lot of us.
It is lovely that you communicate with your mom, when my mom was alive, I called her everyday, visited her when ever I could. When my sister retired we would take her shopping and lunch once a week. I really do not have any regrets I loved my mother and I know she loved me. When my Dad died we took turns going to make sure she was tucked into bed safe and sound. She never failed to thank us. I am so lucky to have had my mother until she was 94, some people are not that lucky.
I'm enjoying the 1940's based series by Jennifer Ryan. She writes about the importance of women supporting each other during challenging times. I started with The Wedding Dress Sewing Circle and one of my favorites of the series is The Kitchen Front. I'm going to look up the books you are talking about. I love reading about different time periods and women's stories.
My word for 2025 is to be alive and joyful . I sure enjoyed your post as always and love Dessie singing with you. Have a blessed week.