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001:366

We were sitting together New Year's Eve when I looked down at our hands intertwined and knew that was what I wanted to be my first photo of the year. I wanted it be something representative of what a new year and a new beginning mean to me. When I know nothing else, I know that, God-willing, John is going to there with me to celebrate, to cry, to learn, to love. Whatever 2012 holds, we are in it together. I can't think of a better way to start a year.

The Day the Music (or Photos) Died

I am sad to say that is where 2011's 365 Project ends. I kept taking pictures and lots of them, but unfortunately things happen. I won't go into detail, but I will say that I LOVED my 365 and was sad that circumstances largely beyond my control brought it to a halt. Even now, just a few months later, I look back and am so glad I can remember each and every one of these days. Even when I felt the pictures were mundane, they have become special moments that I will cherish. They also made it a hoot to put together a 2012 calendar that is just precious! It's enabled me to have tons of memories sitting beside me at my work desk when I have to be away from my precious family. So here's to Project 365. Looking forward to 2012...Project 366.

Day 210

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The Bug Walk
We have waited for years to be able to take our kids to the bug walk. Something has always gotten in the way. This year we were even a month early! But tonight we made it. Unfortunately for Will, there were no bugs to eat. But this is the first time he has wanted a tattoo. Good thing I snapped it when I did, because he had scrubbed it off by the time we got home!

Day 209

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She's a Climber!
Look out below!

Day 208

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The Chicken and the Legos
If you don't have a Lego chicken, you don't know what you are missing. It takes Legos to a whole new dimension. Just saying.

Day 207

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Holiday World with Mimi and Pawpaw
We could all ride the Tin Lizzies!

Day 206

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View from the Crib
Decor compliments of Ikea. If only Gemma could see this view! The view from our bed isn't nearly this exciting.

Day 205

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Happy 16th Birthday, Josh!

Day 204

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My Best Friend and My Baby
Jenni and Gemma
Seeing my old friend was a true treat. I miss her so much! Plus she was great with G which gave me a little bit of a break. I could say a lot of things, but for me, the picture speaks for itself.

Day 203

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A Creation of the World Famous Architect, Will Wohlford

We have this conversation on the phone frequently. When I answer, it's the World Famous Architect, Will Wohlford. I commission him to build something fabulous for me. Now there are fabulous buildings everywhere...until Gemmazilla knocks them down.

Day 202

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Eureka! I just happened to pass this lovely gem at my local library. I've been stalking this book since the beginning of the year as I discovered it the same time I discovered the 365 project. This is creation of the Shutter Sisters, those who have inspired me to do this project! I have poured over the pages. Someday I will make it my own.