To say that 2011 was an amazing year would be a major understatement. It was life-changing, emotional, and full of memories that I will hold onto for the rest of my life! In chronological order, here are my top ten from 2011:
1. Matthew surprised me at my bridal shower with a book of photos secretly taken during the proposal
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2. Going to Miami with my best friend Lizzie and meeting the Refinery29 team
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3. Getting married to Matthew in May!!! {This one obviously takes the cake for a lifetime!}
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4. Going to Italy for our Honeymoon!
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5. My 24th Birthday
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6. Matthew’s 30th Birthday Surprise Weekend in Paso Robles! {This photo cracks me up!}
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7. Taking Ginger to the dog beach for the first time
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8. Becoming ModCloth’s Blogger of the Moment!
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9. Getting an incredible job and then being featured on Ruche’s front page
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10. Going to Santa Ynez with two of our closest friends in December
Here’s to a new year, full of more adventures and precious memories!
I hope you all ring in the new year tonight surrounded by the ones you love.
Happy New Year’s Eve!
xox
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