An Ode to 2015

Well friends, 2015 is officially coming to a close.  It was a mix of wonderful, good, and bad - thankfully mostly good - but the one bad spot in the year was one that left quite a hole that won't ever be filled.  2015 will forever be the year that I lost my grandfather, one of my favorite people in the whole world.  So while the majority of the year was pretty amazing, that one dark spot did leave a profound mark.  So I guess you could say that I'm indifferent to the passing of 2015.  

2015 will forever be the year that I threw the last first birthday party for one of my babies.  It was pink, it was gold, it was sparkly, it was fabulous, and it was the perfect way to celebrate our little lady.  It was definitely everything that I had hoped it would be and more.

Olivia Cate's Pink & Gold First Birthday

2015 was the year that my birthday fell on Easter Sunday, and it was the last major holiday that we would ever celebrate with my grandfather. 

Easter Festivities Part I
Easter Festivities Part II

2015 was the year that we first took Olivia to our favorite vacation destination for our annual beach trip, and it was a trip that we will never forget.

Beach Trip

2015 was the year that I blogged about being a full-time working momma and how I tackle every day life.

Weekday Schedule of a Full-Time Working Momma
Time Management of a Full-Time Working Momma: Meal Planning & Grocery Shopping
Time Management of a Full-Time Working Momma: Household Tasks
Organization of a Full-Time Working Momma

2015 was the year that Brian and I celebrated our fourth Mother's Day and our fourth Father's Day.

Our Mother's Day Weekend
Father's Day Weekend

2015 was the year that we decided to add on to our house, and boy, was that the best decision we made all year!

We're Adding On!

2015 was the year that I attended my 19th Dave Matthews Band concert and B and I had a fabulous time in ATL!

Atlanta Weekend

2015 was the year that we had one of my favorite July 4th celebrations of all time.

4th of July Loooong Weekend

2015 was the year that we celebrated our sweet little man's fourth birthday.

Jacob Brian's Pregnancy Story
This is Four... Jacob's Birthday Interview

Jacob Brian's Birth Story
Happy Fourth Birthday to Our Jacob Brian

2015 was the year that I lost my beloved grandfather.

Saying Goodbye

2015 was the year that I finally opened up and poured my heart out about experiencing a miscarriage back in 2010.  I figured that if my post could help at least one person then it would be worth it.

Ten Things I Learned From Having a Miscarriage

2015 was the year that I shared my fall and Christmas home tours with you.

Fall Home Tour
Christmas Home Tour

2015 was the year that we only attended one Georgia game, and boy was it wet!  It was also the year that we lost our beloved head coach, Mark Richt, whom I'm going to miss dearly.

Georgia Game Weekend

2015 was the year that we celebrated Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas and that everyone was well for all of it!

Halloween Weekend
Thanksgiving Weekend
Christmas 2015

2015 was the year that Brian and I celebrated eight years of marriage!

Eight Years

2015 was the year that I created many, many projects to share with you. 

DIY Gold Glitter Wine Glasses
DIY Painted Striped Curtains
DIY Timeline Gallery Wall
DIY No-Sew Curtain Extensions
Giant DIY Bulletin Board for Only $16
DIY Wall Logo
DIY Metallic Gold Paper Trays
DIY Wood and Paper Handmade Wall Art
How to Hide Unsightly CDs
DIY Confetti Art
Gift Wrap Storage and Organization
Outdoor Toy Storage & Organization
DIY Buffet Table Makeover
Simple Serving Tray Makeover
How to Plan Outfits for Professional Family Portraits
DIY Polka Dot Bunting

And finally, just for kicks, here are my Top Nine most liked photos on Instagram for 2015!

2015 was the year that I started blogging.  And it has been an amazing, scary, and exhilarating journey.  I've met some pretty amazing women through this little hobby, and I hope to continue to grow for years to come! 

Farewell, 2015... and welcome 2016!!!!

*Linking up with A Little Bit of Everything for Favorite Moments of 2015.