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Looking Back on 2018

January 4, 2019 in Blogging, Recap
Looking Back on 2018

It’s the beginning of a new year and as much I look forward to what this year will bring and has in store for us, I also find it fun to look back on the year that was. I posted a look back on 2017 early last year and decided to continue that kind of post this year.

2018 started so cold. So cold that the French Broad River iced over. The next few months was chilly up until our wonderful family summer vacation and the unplanned trip to the Philippines in late summer.

Travel

We always try to go somewhere in the summer and visit a new place. It’s always fun to explore a new one and this summer was absolutely amazing because we got to see a lot in Georgia. From Atlanta and Covington to Savannah and lastly, Tybee Island.

Georgia

A Trip to Covington, Georgia, a.k.a. Mystic Falls

An Exciting Day Trip to Tybee Island, GA

The Philippines

We had to make an unplanned trip to see my Mom one last time. It was a bittersweet trip. Sad to see her go, but happy that I got to reunite with my family again especially with my two brothers whom I hadn’t seen in eight years — one works in Singapore and the other one migrated to Canada when we had our month long vacation in the Philippines in 2017.

Food

I love food so sharing about recipes or our food trips is always fun for me. You must try these recipes below, if you haven’t yet.

Tips & Tricks

I love learning about new tips and tricks as much as I love sharing tips tips as well based on my own experiences because there is always somebody who would learn from it.

A List of Just About Everything

It’s also fun for me to make a list of just about everything that I love, enjoy doing and am thankful for.

Lastly, a look back on the year that was will not be complete without mentioning about my most favorite time of the year…Christmas! And for the first time ever, I shared about Filipino Christmas traditions which include Christmas starting in September. 🙂

All in all, 2018 was a good year for us despite losing my Mom. I have made more memories with my husband and son as well as with my family back home. Now, on to 2019. Bring it on!

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About Lynndee

I consider myself a foodie and I love road trips. I currently reside in North Carolina with my husband and son. I hold a degree in Bachelor of Science in Commerce with a Major in Management from my Alma Mater, Notre Dame of Dadiangas University in my hometown of GenSan, Philippines. I also love listening to music, singing, watching TV, reading and cooking.

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  2. Pam Wattenbarger says

    I love to explore Georgia too. Savannah and the islands surrounding it are some of our favorite places. I’d love t o visit the Phillipines.

  4. Laura Dove says

    Oh what a gorgeous place to visit! Its a long way from me but if I am ever over that way I woudl definitely make an effort to visit. Gorgeous photos!

  5. Sarah Bailey says

    What an amazing 2018 you had! It looks like you got to see some amazing place and cook some wonderful food and make some wonderful memories. I hope you 2019 is full of more of the same goodness.

  7. Dennis Littley says

    Your list about How To Survive A Long Flight was pretty spot on. Also the list of 100 Things is a good example of gratitude. Best wishes to you in this New year!

  8. Kathy says

    Looks like you had a great year. I had a pretty good year too. I’m excited to see what the new year brings as well.

  9. kita says

    You came by me I live in Conyers, GA and the mystic falls is the best thing about our town lol. I hope you enjoyed. Can’t wait to see what 2019 brings you

  10. Gervin Khan says

    Incredible list of place you’ve visited in 2018 especially where you travel to the Philippines to visit your mom and reunite with your brothers. Then theirs the food feature where in it all looks yummy and delicious.

  11. Tim B says

    Enjoyed reading through your Georgia posts for ideas on where to go next time we are planning to be in the state. Best wishes for a happy new year filled with even more fun travels for you to share with us on the blog

  12. Karen says

    Thanks for sharing the top highlights of the past year – and linking to the 2017 one as well! I would LOVE to visit the Philippines one day!

  13. Beth says

    I’m so sorry that you lost your mom, but I’m glad that you were able to visit her both in person and through video chat. I lost my dad a few years ago, and while it was painful, it is good to know he isn’t in pain. Overall, it seems like you had a good year and had lots of adventures.

    • Lynndee says

      Thank you, Beth. And my late Mom’s nickname was also Beth. 🙂 Just like your Dad, it was painful when she passed, but we were also glad that she was no longer in pain. Have a wonderful 2019!