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A year in review

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Dec. 29, 2007 – I tricked a really handsome, smart and funny guy into saying “I Do.” (Don’t tell, but I used a very secretive form of voodoo magic.)

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I’m still really proud to have this ring on my finger after six years married and 12 years together. True to all of life’s changes, I ended up home with a recovering sicky toddler yesterday after surprising Ryan with tickets to the Bears-Packers game. (He ended up celebrating our anniversary at the game with my brother.) But it doesn’t matter. Many more days and years to celebrate.

Speaking of celebrations, we’re almost to the end of 2013. (Cue all the “Oh-my-gosh-I-can’t-believe-it’s-been-a-whole-year”s.)

I don’t always get my act together to complete a recap of the year on the blog, but I thought it could be fun this year. It’s been a really full year. A full and exciting year with changes and big dreams.

Going through a year of blog posts makes me feel sort of cray cray. Let’s just call us eclectic. There is truly no common theme running through this blog. Which is probably the main reason I have yet to hit the big time yet. (Yep. That’s clearly the reason.) But, here’s a few favorite posts from 2013 that may appeal to a lot of different “types.”

CraftThe crafters
2-sided menu board
$2 boxwood wreath
DIY marquis lit letters
Heat transfer onesies
Tree slice chalkboard

SewingThe quilters and sewers
Candy corn quilted pennants
Shabby chic pennant quilt
Pinwheel quilt
Zig zag quilt
English plaid wool pillows

PartiesThe party planners
Southern Blues birthday party for Henry
Lovely lavender bridal shower
Pinterest party
Bring your own pumpkin party
Cookie exchange

DecorThe decor enthusiasts
DIY metal and barnwood table
“Happy Together” barnwood sign
Nursery updates
Bright red rocking chair
Christmas home tour

FoodThe foodies
(HA! You took a wrong turn.)

Crock pot pumpkin spice lattes
Portabella burgers
Greek quinoa

RenovatorThe renovators and DIYers
A full kitchen tour, along with the details of our IKEA cabinetry and butcher block countertops
A budget rental renovation
Living in a barn
Painting, adding windows and a deck to the barn.

KidsThe kids (and parents)
DIY wooden baby gate
DIY kitchen helper tower
Henry’s first piece of artwork (with mom’s help)
Toddler DITKA
(Failed) toddler sensory bin

I kid you not, it took me two hours just to narrow it down to this. I know it’s a lot, but it’s just a fraction of what we were up to this year.

Thank you for joining us throughout the year for our adventures! It’s so appreciated!

I’d love to know what project was your favorite from the year!

 

I’m linking up to The Year in Review Linkup at Unskinny Boppy!

Comments

  4. Hello! I was prompted to actually leave a comment because we got married the exact same day, so cool right – okay, not really. I love reading your blog and if I still lived in the Midwest try to be Michelle and your friend. Luckily for you, I moved to the West Coast. Keep up the good work!

  5. Loved all of the posts that you picked. Also loved your “I’m a stay at home mom now” post and your “Henry pre-snuggles the quilts” post. Wow, you had a very full year.

  6. Bummer you had to miss the game (what a great gift!), but at least you weren’t there for the last minute disappointment. Happy Anniversary! And Happy New Year!

  9. i am in awe of your mad quilting skills! what a great year and i am so glad to have gotten to know you this year, kim! cheers to more awesomesauce in 2014!