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31 December 2010

My favorite highlights of 2010

As I look back into this ending year, some favorite moments come to mind... Here are my personal favorite highlights from 2010, as were shared in this blog...

At the top of the list has to be our summer family trip to Europe. It had been two years since I had been  back home to visit mom in Portugal, and it was wonderful! We also took off for a few days to visit Rome and Venice (Italy).



mom's home


Pena Palace (Portugal)


Obidos (Portugal)




Rome




Venice


No doubt, some of my favorite moments of 2010 were spent visiting the most amazing shows created by some of my favorite people!!! These friends of mine do know how to create magic...





Barn House





Tarte





Monticello


 I could not resist sharing some of my favorite vintage finds and creations...











Some of my favorite moments of 2010 were spent on the road, at these memorable shows I was so fortunate to be a part of...

Ruffles and Rust



Farm Chicks


Portland Expo


Coburg


Camas


Barn House


I excitedly shared some of my favorite recipes...


pasteis de nata


Crab and avocado bruschetta


pao-de-lo


... As well as some fun tutorials...


polkadot pillow


rug bag


One of my favorite posts was a visit to my friend Leah's gorgeous home....






... Which inspired me to finish a room makeover years in the making...





On a more personal note, I poured my heart out about the hardships of being an ex-pat...




... And the challenges of motherhood...




But nothing has been more fun than spending time with people I love, be it friends...





... Or family!!!!





Lots of love to you all...
Happy New Year!!! Feliz Ano Novo!!!
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23 comments:

  1. FourSistersInACottageDecember 31, 2010 at 9:38 PM

    HAPPY HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
    I am a follower and have added you to my favorite blogs to read.
    Let's have a blessed and wonderful 2011!!!
    Hugs to you my new friend, Amy

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  2. FlorenceDecember 31, 2010 at 10:45 PM

    Thanks for sharing Happy New Year!! Hugs Florence

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  3. WhiteWhispers2uJanuary 1, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    It looks like you have had a smashing good year! My best to you in 2011.~Cheers Kim

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  4. BohemianJanuary 1, 2011 at 1:36 AM

    Happy New Year! I always adore the photos you share in your posts and how wonderful that you got to travel extensively in 2010 and capture so many beautiful memories of your trip in images to share. May 2011 be all that you Hope and envision it to be.

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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  5. time worn interiorsJanuary 1, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    Wow! You had a great year! Love all the pics of Europe! And those great looking kids, love seeing all those smiles! Your friends house, well it's gorgeous! Thanks for the year end tour! I know 2011 is gonna be even better!
    Theresa
    aka:tot

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  6. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsJanuary 1, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Wowwww girl what an awesome year!!!!
    Your Europe pictures are sooooo cool and
    make me want to go again so very badly!

    xoxo
    Lori

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  7. The French BearJanuary 1, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Happy New Year Isabel, love to look at the photos, you have had quite a year!!! Although I don't leave comments, I love to stop by and visit, you are so creative and inspiring!!!!
    Looking forward to a year of new ideas and lots of love and laughter.....
    Hugs,
    Margaret B

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  8. LaurieJanuary 1, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Happy New Year Isabel! I love your photos and can't wait to hear about all the new adventures 2011 holds for you! xoxo... Laurie

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Oh wow!! love it all...Happy new year

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  10. Alicia@ecofriendly homemakingJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    What an awesome trip! I have loved all of the great photos and all of the wonderful ideas you have given me. Thanks

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  11. Lisa@Pickles and CheeseJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Such a fun Happy New Year post today! I am a big fan of your blog and look forward to what you come up with in this new year!

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  12. UnknownJanuary 1, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    What a nice trip I just had...I couldnt stop looking at all your beautiful pictures...and of course I adore all the one's of your beautiful children..nice...
    Happy New Year!

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  13. Andy's AtticJanuary 1, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Happy New Year, Isabel. Love the look back and all the memories you share.
    Annette

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  14. vintagesueJanuary 1, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    all i can say is wow!!!!! i am living with you in 2011. i will be there tomorrow!!! lol.
    you ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS inspire me!! i adore your blog and your family is just beautiful!!!!! love to you and tons and tons of fabulous junking in the new year!!!! here here!!!
    cheers
    sue

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  15. lvroftiquesJanuary 1, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Happy New Years Isabel!! I really enjoyed reading about your favorites last year! Your warmth shines through in every post! I hope you'll let me know if you're ever up in my neck of the Pacific Northwest *winks* Vanna

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  16. Kim G.January 1, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Your year was beautiful, just like you! Happy New Year!

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  17. The Green PeaJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Happy New Year, thank you for sharing all of the beautiful photos of the past year. Your children are so cute, all of them. God Bless you and your family. sandi

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  18. lori miller vintage design coJanuary 2, 2011 at 4:45 AM

    Thanks for sharing .... love the photos.

    Happy New Year. L

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  19. Mitzi CuriJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    Your pictures of antiques and displays are always inspiring, but I especially love the last shot of your kids jumping into the pool. What fun!

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  20. My Shabby PassionJanuary 2, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Isabel, you continue to inspire me. Have a great 2011, and keep those great moments in pictures coming our way!
    Michelle

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  21. manon 21January 3, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Belle année a toi aussi , merci pour toutes ces belles photos.

    Amicalement,
    MANON

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  22. Sweet Cottage DreamsJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Isabel, I so enjoyed this post - so much!!
    Your photo journey and story here is amazing. You have done so much this past year!

    Wishing you all the best in the New Year! Maybe this will be the year that I will get to meet you girls!!

    hugs,
    Becky

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  23. Simply BungalowJanuary 10, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Amazing year. Beautiful pictures. I so enjoy browsing your blog. It's just lovely.
    ~Heidi

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