My Favorites of 2015 (A Look Back)

In my last post, I counted down my top 10 Most Popular Posts of 2015.  Each year, I also like to give you a list of my favorite posts of the year.  I started doing this back when I, (being such a computer expert), couldn’t figure out how to find my most popular posts of the year.  Since then, I have improved a bit with my skills but I still enjoy looking back and showing you what I liked.

Favorites of 2015 (in no particular order)

After a very long renovation, I couldn’t wait to decorate my new kitchen for Christmas this year…

Simple Christmas Decor in Kitchen

Christmas Kitchen

This year, I kept the decor subtle because I am still enjoying the newness of the space.  It ended up being one of my favorites of the year!

Even though we live close to New York, I never get tired of attending Broadway shows…

Favorites of 2015 - Broadway

Finding Neverland on Broadway

Not only did I have a fun filled day out with friends, but we were able to meet some of the cast!  So much fun!

This Halloween, I enjoyed making my younger son’s dream of being Henry Danger a reality.  The stores didn’t carry the costume yet, but we managed to make our own…

Favorites of 2015 - Henry Danger Costume

The Henry Danger Halloween Costume

We had so much fun pulling this costume together and my son was pleasantly surprised with how much he looked like his favorite ‘superhero’s sidekick’!

Since I am always up for a good road trip, especially when shopping is involved…

Favorites of 2015 - Ballard Store

My Road Trip to the New Ballard Store

Nothing like stepping into the pages of one of my favorite catalogs!  Yes, the store was as pretty as you would imagine!

These past few months, I loved sharing my renovation progress with you…

Favorites of 2015 - Rustic Stone Mantel

Rustic Stone Mantel

And the complete transformation of my fireplace ended up being one of my favorite projects.

You might have noticed, I frequently enjoy writing about funny things…

Sightseeing in Charleston

Where Did You Get Your Sense of Humor

This post gives you a good idea of my sense of humor…and the silly shenanigans that go on in my life.

Speaking of humor, it wouldn’t be a favorite list if I didn’t include a post about my favorite doggie…

Favorites of 2015 - National Dog Week

Happy National Dog Week

For me, this was a fun post because Rosie “wrote it” and these are the things I would imagine her thinking in her ever entertaining dog world.

Just a handful of posts, but a few fun ones that stood out for me as favorites of 2015.  I spent a good chunk of the year planning and living through a renovation of our kitchen and downstairs.  Many of my posts dealt with decisions and renovation progress reports.  Thankfully, it’s all a blur now but I am happy we survived the mess!

If you want to view my most popular posts of 2015 (according to Google Analytics), you can click – HERE.

Now, I want to take this time to thank all of you for stopping by to read my little blog this year!  As always, I love sharing my projects and adventures with you and I love hearing your opinions when I have my decorating dilemmas!

I feel so lucky to have gotten to know so many wonderful people through this blog; people who share similar interests and are truly kind, wonderful people who I would be friends with in the real world if we lived closer.  Those of you with blogs have inspired me with your amazing talents and ideas.  I usually start my day with a cup of tea and blog reading to get me motivated for the day!

I will end the year like we always do, spending the evening with our kids and neighbors – (watching Times Square on TV instead of being there!)  Not as exciting as when we were younger, but I wouldn’t change it for the world!

Best Wishes for a Happy and Healthy New Year!

What are your plans for New Year’s Eve?

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8 Comments

  1. Enjoyed seeing your kitchen reno and your trip to Ballards – visiting from Pieced Pastimes. Happy New Year!

  2. Shelley I love all of your favorites! Wishing we had a Ballard's her in Kansas City! Happy New Year and all the best in 2016!!xoxoKarenaThe Arts by Karena

  3. Looks like you have had an amazing year! You are creative and talented! I hope you have a great week!Smiles!Terry

  4. I like your favorites…but my applause goes to your golden! We love goldens and they are usually the star of the show. Sheila

  5. Shelley,I never saw your "before" kitchen, but you did a beautiful job as far as I can see – it's gorgeous! And I never commented before, but your little costume you did for your son was truly adorable! Very "Martha" of you!! I'm impressed:)Sheilawww.maisondecinq.blogspot.com

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