Monday, December 27, 2010



2010 was a very interesting year...
we uprooted our life in charleston and moved to beaufort, we found out we were having a baby boy, i ate my first fried pickle (and loved every minute of it), i spent 13 wks on bed rest, my daughter turned 3, a best friend survived a near fatal car accident, i had the honor of being published, i turned 31, we made new friends, i gave birth to a healthy baby boy, i joined jazzercise (and i might have dropped out), my husband and i started running again (and then maybe stopped), i expanded my company, we cooked a lot, i grocery shopped at walmart, i accomplished potty training (but not w/out a good, hard fight and maybe some tears), we drove 3,000 miles in a wk w/out the kiddos....but the best part was the time spent w/ my hubbie and two kids that i will never be able to replace.
so what does 2011 have going on???  well, my hubbie has a new job and we are moving to columbia, sc and that's about all i know for sure....but i am excited to see how it all unfolds!!
**to beaufort, our friends, and my parents- thank you from the bottom of my heart for a beautiful town and a very memorable year ;)
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30 comments:

  1. Full HouseDecember 27, 2010 at 9:20 PM

    Sounds like a very full year to me. That move to SC should be a good one.

    Happy New Year Shannon.

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  2. UnknownDecember 27, 2010 at 10:49 PM

    That is quite the year! Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas season together!

    Cheers!
    Hope Ava

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  3. traci zeller designsDecember 27, 2010 at 11:22 PM

    Wow! Lots of wonderful memories ... and lots to look forward to!

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  4. Rashon CarrawayDecember 28, 2010 at 12:51 AM

    Whoa! Thats quite a bit of happenings in 2010. Columbia is such a treasure trove of goodness. I know 2011 will bring you and your family much joy and blessings.


    Mr. Goodwill Hunting

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  5. It's meDecember 28, 2010 at 1:39 AM

    Again move out !! o my.......but it sounds good your last year........enjoy the last week darling.....love love love Ria.....xxxx...

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  6. Laura @ LPC InteriorsDecember 28, 2010 at 5:02 AM

    Wow! What a year! Did you like living in Beaufort?? I live in Greenville and we always vacation in Beaufort and one day would love to have a home there. Good Luck with the move.

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  7. UnknownDecember 28, 2010 at 7:01 AM

    What a year! I've actually been to Beaufort and absolutely loved loved it- we moved around alot when I was little and I always liked the change and excuse for a new beginning- wishing you a happy move and all the best in 2011!! I'm excited to see all of your fabulous new year fabrics:) xo

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  8. UnknownDecember 28, 2010 at 7:04 AM

    Shannon,
    What a great year! I have really great friends in Columbia that I can connect you with. Sweet girls with kids that love a good cocktail! I'll email you their info and hopefully you can arrive in Columbia with a warm welcome!

    Happy New Year's!
    Lindsey

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  9. AnonymousDecember 28, 2010 at 10:22 AM

    Sounds like a lovely year filled with changes, precious moments and loved ones.
    I hope next year is just as grand.

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  10. Alison DuffyDecember 28, 2010 at 10:24 AM

    Shannon, I'd be lost without you in blogland and hope 2011 is even grander for you xx Ali

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  11. DinaDecember 28, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    Oh my goodness, another move! But that means another house to decorate-fun! Happy 2011 to you...

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  12. Mary Ann PickettDecember 28, 2010 at 5:27 PM

    Here's to a successful 2010! And an even better 2011!
    We have moved a lot...and in my son's college essay he mentioned how close we all are for it. It's all good.
    Mary Ann

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  13. margeauxDecember 29, 2010 at 5:26 AM

    Shannon, I lived in Columbia for 3 years. Let me know if you need any connections/advice! Good luck and Happy New Year!!
    margeaux

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  14. designchicDecember 29, 2010 at 6:11 AM

    Wow...that's a full year!! We were in Columbia for a wedding this year and it is a gorgeous city...sure you'll love it. Wishing you and your family a healthy and happy new year!!

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  15. MarianneDecember 29, 2010 at 4:07 PM

    What a great year full of wonderful memories! Wishing you and your family a happy 2011!

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  16. AnonymousDecember 29, 2010 at 6:12 PM

    sounds like you had quite the year! happy '11! i will be reading! :)

    xoxox
    c of sweetseas.blogspot.com

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  17. Haven and HomeDecember 29, 2010 at 6:17 PM

    Hi Shannon,

    That is quite a year, I hope next year is just as fabulous!

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  18. Wanderings of a WannabeDecember 30, 2010 at 5:28 AM

    Quite a year, indeed! Love your blog. Welcome to Columbia! My husband and I moved here from Charleston, for him to attend Medical School. Tough to move away from the ocean, but we have really come to love it! Let me know if you need any direction/advice. You will find the most adorable little house to make beautiful...Good luck with the move! Caroline

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  19. Katharine @ SouthernBourbonMountainsDecember 30, 2010 at 1:11 PM

    Columbia, SC?!! If you ever stop in Charlotte, NC to do some shopping let me know! We have great thrift/antique stores! Good luck in all that 2011 brings!

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  20. (Eileen) a creative dayDecember 30, 2010 at 4:51 PM

    Love your blog and excited for this new adventure for your family! I am in Columbia working for a designer here and am so excited to hear that you will be joining us! Eileen

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  21. paulaJanuary 1, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    moving again! how exciting. I just tried my first fried pickle this year too. I am sure this year will be beyond blessed for you all!

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  22. katie carlinJanuary 2, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Happy new year! I look forward to following your blog in 2011

    http://dailycrushes.blogspot.com

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  23. UnknownJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    I actually lived there! That's where Kevin played hockey for 2 years and where this Canadian girl developed her love of the south :) Congratulations and good luck with your move! xo

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    i just stumbled upon your blog (i love that about the blogging world!) and i am excited to explore your blog and read about your adventures! happy new year!

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  26. KathysueJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Omgosh I am trying to catch my breath. I would say you are about to embark on a whole new wonderful journey. I see you will be gone for two weeks, where ever you are going have a good time and hurry back ready to face blogland. I think this year is going to be a stellar year for all of us bloggers,Kathysue

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  27. la la LovelyJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    What a year! And moving again! Wishing you the best!!!
    xo

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  28. Lisa PorterJanuary 8, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Shannon,
    We moved quite a bit when our kids were little. It was good. They had much to talk about. I actually was able to plan a couple of our moves when they were in elementary school. We moved mid term, yep, over Christmas break!
    My crazy theory being that if we moved mid year, they would have friends for the summer. It worked! Plus when you are new at midterm, seems like everyone knows your name!
    I wish you and your sweet family all the best. Wherever you go, there you are...still a family : )
    xo Lisa

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  29. A Perfect GrayJanuary 16, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    I'm less than an hour from columbia, call me sometime. I love fried pickles...

    best wishes, donna

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  30. UnknownJanuary 19, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    new to your blog, but read that you're moving to Cola (Columbia)! Both my parents and my husband's parents live there and we love having every opportunity to come back "home"! Enjoy!! You're not too far from your old homes in Charleston and Beaufort either!!
    There are many fun places to eat and shop downtown. The Northeast is really growing too! (If you are looking for a church, check out Crossings Community near Killian Rd/Clemson Rd.)
    Look forward to reading your blog more!!!

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