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Sunday, December 30, 2012

Farewell 2012... The Wisdom of Bruno

Embrace and revel in everyday things.
Cherish your friends.
A small act of kindness makes a big difference.
Be a half full kind of person.
Take time to refresh yourself.
Bad things happen.  Good things are around the corner.
Express your gratitude.
Say "I'm sorry."

Sometimes only a quilt will do.
Family is the most important thing.
Home is where we lay our heads.
Bruno and I say in the words of CBS Sunday morning, "Hail and farewell" to 2012! and Happy New Year to all of you!  I plan to take Bruno's thoughts as my words to live by for 2013.  See you in the new year.

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44 comments:

  1. ScooquiltDecember 30, 2012 at 2:02 PM

    You and Bruno are very eloquent. Thank you for the good thoughts, and I wish you a happy and peaceful new year.

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  2. BettyDecember 30, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    Well said! Happy New Year to you, Bruno and the Mr.!

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  3. JudyDecember 30, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    Wishing you and your family and especially, Bruno, a joyous new year.

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  4. JeannetteDecember 30, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    Happy New Year !! You couldn't have made a better post! I love the photos of Bruno especially the second one down from the top (sweetness!).

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  5. PattiDecember 30, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    We should all strive to have a little Bruno in us! Thanks for sharing, and Happy New Year.

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  6. ellenDecember 30, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    Wishing you the best. Bruno's wisdom is wonderful. May this new year be a time filled with love, gentleness and all good things.
    (p.s. I must have missed the title..I was so scared that we were saying goodbye to Bruno.)
    With love, Ellen.

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  7. Jacque.December 30, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    Smart boy, that Bruno! Happy New Year!

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  8. MariQuiltsDecember 30, 2012 at 3:30 PM

    That's a very wise dog you have there....will you be teaching him to quilt anytime soon?? Happy New year to you and your family.

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  9. DebbieDecember 30, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    I love an intelligent pooch. Great photos.

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  10. DianeDecember 30, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    I love Bruno's pictures! Reminds me of my dog Black Jack. He was very smart too. Almost human, in fact. Still miss him......

    Happy New Year to all of you.

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  11. Mary KeaslerDecember 30, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    These poignant photos of Bruno bring tears of joy. How touching, how true. No wonder dogs (and some cats) are women's best friends. Wishing you all the best for 2013.

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  12. em's scrapbagDecember 30, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    Good words to live by. Wishing all the best in the new year!

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  13. LoriDecember 30, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    Beautiful! Happy New Year right back to you and Bruno. My Sahara has the same approach to life. Quite delightful.

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  14. AnonymousDecember 30, 2012 at 7:26 PM

    Bruno has such an expressive face! Is he a black lab? What a beautiful dog.

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  15. PaulaDecember 30, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    Happy New Year Jacquie!! Dogs are pretty darn smart.

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  16. LisaDecember 30, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    Happy New Years to you and yours!

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  17. SusieDWDecember 30, 2012 at 8:18 PM

    Sweet, generous thoughts from your very wise Bruno. I am so happy he can speak and share his wisdoms! Peace and inspiration to all. Thanks for being here, Jacquie and all quilt bloggers. I appreciate you.

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  18. folksmithDecember 30, 2012 at 9:12 PM

    had to laugh when i saw Bruno on your/his quilt. too cute!

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  19. Glen QuiltSwissyDecember 30, 2012 at 11:16 PM

    Who can argue with such a wise dog!! The bassets would like to add......and don't forget to eat a bit of food from the counter top every day, it keeps the humans on their toes!

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  20. JodieDecember 31, 2012 at 3:15 AM

    12 photos.... you have to have that printed as your calendar for 2013, then you would have a little bit of Bruno every month.... It would be awesome.

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  21. StaroftheEastDecember 31, 2012 at 3:47 AM

    Dogs are so wise and good!
    All the best to you and yours in the New Year and always!

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  22. Jenny MDecember 31, 2012 at 3:48 AM

    Definitely very wise words to keep in mind. Thanks for the beautiful dog photos. Happy new year to you.

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  23. peacedgoodsDecember 31, 2012 at 6:10 AM

    every girl needs a dog

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  24. UnknownDecember 31, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    Fabulous post. Bruno is wise beyond his years! Thank you for the gentle reminders of what is important in life.

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  25. Bumblebee and SophieDecember 31, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    Happy New Year!

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  26. AnonymousDecember 31, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Well said Bruno!
    Wishing you and your human a very happy and healthy new year :D

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  27. Esch House QuiltsDecember 31, 2012 at 10:09 AM

    Such a wise and expressive dog is Bruno :)

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  28. SharonDecember 31, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    Words to live by! Happy New Year, Jacquie!

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  29. Robyn of Coffee and CottonDecember 31, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    Thank you for such a wonderful post! Bruno is awesome and wise (and me thinks his owner is too)
    My husband and I love CBS Sunday Morning. It's a ritual around here, especially the moments in nature. Looking forward to meeting you at QuiltCon!
    Peace and Love and Happy New Year!
    Robyn in Austin TX

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  30. MollyDecember 31, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    Bruno is so wise ... heed his words and you can't go wrong. Hope your 2013 is happy, healthy and peaceful.

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  31. NicoleDecember 31, 2012 at 8:26 PM

    Loved this post, Jacquie!
    Bruno is wise!

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  32. AimeeJanuary 1, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Oh Bruno, you wise pup! Happy New year!

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  33. Wendy FranczakJanuary 2, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    So sweet :) Happy New Years!

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  34. Kathy@KayakQuiltingJanuary 2, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    I love Bruno. Genius.

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  35. ♥DuffJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    Wow, your quilting life has been skyrocketing and yet you still find time to keep grounded--what an amazing combination! I hope 2013 brings plenty of surprises. Do you have any "high hopes" for Quilt Con? Meaning, is there anything you are specifically hoping to get out of it, or perhaps, to impart at it?

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  36. EllenJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    Nothing better than the wisdom of an old pooch.

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  37. Mama PeaJanuary 7, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    Happy new year to you. I love your doggie! Great wisdom!

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  38. Stina BlomgrenJanuary 8, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Love your pics of wise Bruno...
    Think labs are very wise ons... See pics of him that I see in my Molly as well...but she ain't that wise ..just yet...lol...
    Happy new year to all of you!!
    kviltstina at gmail dot com

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  39. KaynikJanuary 9, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    Happy New Year!
    I had to comment on Bruno... he is SO adorable. Beautiful photos.

    Kay

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  40. Mama SparkJanuary 10, 2013 at 6:39 AM

    I have to say when I first saw this post I thought something had happened to Bruno. I am thankful that is not the case!! Happy New Year my friend and I hope we get to see each other IRL again this year!! I hope 2013 is a great year for your family!

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  41. BrowndirtcottageJanuary 10, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    Bruno....you rock!

    Just wanted to tell you I look forward to seeing you on The Quilt Show next week.. When I saw your name on the roster for guests this year I squealed with delight!!

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  42. PaigeJanuary 11, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    Can't wait until Jan 14th to see you on the quilt show...so excited.

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  43. karenJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    Well said Bruno! This dog knows stuff. Happy New Year to you.

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  44. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    Well said Bruno! Happy 2013.

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