As I look back on 2011, there was joy, there was sadness and there is lots and lots of gratitude.
Looking forward, I am excited about the possibilities this new year holds. From learning something new (guitar?) to traveling someplace new (lots of options), to welcoming my oldest son into the double digits….this is the time of year when optimism seems to flow.
I’m going to unplug this week so that I can take in the world around me and spend some quality time with my family. Nothing terribly exciting….just some board games, chats by the fire and setting some goals. I’ll meet you back here on January 2nd!
Whatever you dream for yourself in the coming year…believe it can come true!
Cheers to 2012!
image: pinterest
Love that image of the cups flowing over! I always feel so inspired after surviving Christmas and then wanting to start early for the New Year.
I always feel "on top of my game" out of the gate….I just need a little gas ( or more champagne) towards that finish line. We all need reminders throughout the New Year to unwind, to reflect and give grace.
Cheers to you, pretty pink tulips!
bubble on,
pve
Enjoy your time with your family Elizabeth, I'm going to be doing the same this week. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas Day!
Hugs!
Debra
Enjoy the rest of the holiday season! It comes and goes much too quickly!
Best,
Susan
Elizabeth, hope you had a great week, sounds just perfect! I too but will be taking it easy this week myself…..heres to a wonderful year ahead for all of us!
Happy New year to you. Adding you to my blogroll.
My daughter and I are in love with your doggie. Love the tie!
Teresa
xoxo
Happy New Year E! Lots of good things for you coming in 2012!
xo Cathy
happiest of new year wishes to you elizabeth. enjoy the hush of the season with your family
debra
Happy New Year, Elizabeth! xoxo!
PS – my twinks got a number of new games so I see some board games in my future, too! Of course, today and yesterday were devoted to approximately 2,000 Lego pieces. 😉
Elizabeth, I hope that your Christmas was absolutely lovely!!! Oh boy… here come the teen years, huh? I'm up to my eyeballs in teens. ha ha. They are actually a lot of fun though! xo
I love that you reflect over the past year, with gratitude. Have a good rest of 2011 and a Happy New Year!
XO,
Sam
http://www.ThePeakofTresChic.com
Best wishes for 2012! xx
sounds pretty good to me! Enjoy!
Enjoy your week of un-plug!! Here's to a happy and healthy 2012 from us. XO
Elizabeth – I'm doing the same – here's wishing you a festive and very Happy New Year!!
Have a fabulous New Year's with the fam, Elizabeth!
Best wishes for 2012 Elizabeth!So thrilled our blog paths crossed this year. It's been an absolute blast getting to know you! I look forward to what 2012 has in store:-). xx
Love your picture, thanks for sharing. I was just dropping by to wish you a Happy New Year and thank you for visiting my place and your special comments. I look forward to engaging more with you in 2012. Cheers SpecialK XoXo
Wishing you a New Year filled with health, happiness, and prosperity!!
Sounds like a wonderful week! I hope you are enjoying it. Sending wishes for a Happy New Year and a magical 2012! Looking forward to more blog chatter with you in the year ahead. XO Jeanne
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Elizabeth,
I am so happy you are focusing on your family! I have not been blogging since long before Christmas but I wanted to visit before the end of the year and to wish you and yours a wonderful new year.
You are very stylish and creative my friend and I look forward to following you (even more) closely in 2012!
Warm hugs,
Mon
Happy New Year Eluzabeth. And thanks for always bringing me a smile in 2011.
Xo,
Lynn
Happy New Year, Elizabeth! Hope you had a wonderful time ringing in the new year! xoxo
happy new year elizabeth! so glad to have met you this year – through blogging and in person!
I look forward to being inspired through the next year with the help of pretty pink tulips! I couldn't be happier about starting a blog last year!
all the best to you in 2012!
jan