Favorite Moments of 2011

December 28, 2011

Hi!  The moment you’ve been waiting for..the Eat. Think. Smile Giveaway winners via random integer are

- # 9 Emily

- #13 Kayla

- #23 Jill

- #31 Janel

Congrats to the winners!  Girls, I will be in touch!  Thanks to all of you that entered and a big thanks to Eat. Think. Smile for hosting a fabulous giveaway!

Since the new year is right around the corner, I thought I’d compile a list of my favorite blog posts/moments this year.  Here it goes…

Getting a recipe published in Glow magazine!  Definitely the highlight of the year!  Smile

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Throwing my first clothing swap party.  Remember how much great stuff I l lucked out with? 

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Being part of my three girlfriend’s weddings!  Love you, ladies!  Wedding recaps I, II, and  III.

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Participating in my first mud run!  By far, the craziest and most fun race I’ve ever done. 

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Having my first recipe (this yummy roasted tomato soup) accepted and posted on Healthy Aperture!   Luckily, I’ve had a few more featured since then. Smile

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Meeting one of my favorite bloggers, Lexie, from This Aussie Eats.  She was in Vegas this past week and we were able to meet for lunch.  (Yes, I am very short.  Winking smile)

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Getting the opportunity to participate in the monthly recipe series, Recipe ReDux. with other bloggers. 

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Going on my first cruise  to Catalina and Ensenada with one of my best friends. 

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It’s a been a great year!  I can’t wait to see what 2012 has in store for me.   I’ve already signed up for this race in February with a bunch of friends! 

What are some of your favorite moments of 2011?

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Nicole, RD December 28, 2011 at 12:31 am

What a great recap of 2011! You’ve been busy! I think I missed the post on the clothing swap (or my memory is failing me), but what a great idea! :)

P.S. I’m short too! ;)

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Amy Hanley, RD (@AhealthEeater) December 28, 2011 at 6:15 am

Graduating from college and passing my RD exam are probably at the top of my list for best moments of 2011. I would also have to say attending 4 weddings and spending a week in Hilton Head, SC!

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Swanky Dietitian December 28, 2011 at 8:30 pm

That is great to hear, Amy!
Passing your RD exam is such a huge accomplishment..congrats!!! :)

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Allison @ PickyEatingRD December 29, 2011 at 2:30 pm

Congrats on passing and welcome to the club!!

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EA-The Spicy RD December 28, 2011 at 6:18 am

Congrats to your winners, and what an awesome year you have had! Love the clothing swap idea. Highlights from my year are water rafting in Idaho, running the Iron Girl 5K with my daughter, and celebrating my parents 50th wedding anniversary. Cheers to a fabulous 2012!

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Swanky Dietitian December 28, 2011 at 9:12 pm

Water rafting sounds amazing, EA! I’d love to do that one day!

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teri @ managed macros December 28, 2011 at 10:47 am

I love the race concept..how fun! Can’t wait to see what your finished T looks like! Your recap is fabulous…love that pic of you in the mud run, too cute!
My year was good…son graduated high school, moved to different part of the city, boyfriend moved in with us and got 2 kitties!!! :)
Happy New Year to YOU!!!

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Amanda @FancyOatmeal December 28, 2011 at 11:11 am

What a great year!!!

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Shannon from Healthiful Balance December 28, 2011 at 11:43 am

Looks like a pretty good year if you ask me! :) Thats so awesome that you were in Glow magazine! :D

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Lauren December 28, 2011 at 1:30 pm

Just how tall is Lexie? I’m with you in the shorty club would’ve guessed you were medium in height. Some of my favorite moments “meeting” bloggers like you. Happy New Year and wishing you a great 2012.

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Swanky Dietitian December 28, 2011 at 6:05 pm

Thanks Lauren!
She mentioned she is a little over 6 ft where I am a short 5’3″.
I have loved getting to meet you as well! That is one of my favorite things about blogging!

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Heather (Where's the Beach) December 28, 2011 at 1:35 pm

You’ve had a busy year – love that you got published too. I know I’d feel extremely proud of that.

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Lisa ♥ Healthful Sense December 28, 2011 at 3:31 pm

Love the 2011 recap!! So many great moments!!
I want to know how tall Lexie it too =)

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Tanya @ Dine, Dash, and Deadlift December 28, 2011 at 3:44 pm

Sounds like you had a great year. I will have to do a recap of my favorite posts at the end of 2012 when I have a full year of blogs to go through!

The color run sounds like a blast! I love that there are so many “fun runs” popping up everywhere lately!

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Swanky Dietitian December 28, 2011 at 6:02 pm

Thanks Tanya!
Yeah, my friends and I can’t wait for the Color Run! I had never heard of such a run, so it will sure be interesting.

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Cat @Breakfast to Bed December 28, 2011 at 5:03 pm

I want to go to Catalina. For real. Now. I’m freezing.

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Lexie @ This Aussie Eats December 28, 2011 at 5:16 pm

Wow you’ve had a GREAT year! And here’s to another one in 2012!

And for those ladies asking, I’m just over 6 ft (not quite 6’1”) :-)

It was so fun getting to meet you in person, Happy New Year!

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Swanky Dietitian December 28, 2011 at 5:59 pm

You too, Lexie!
Have a great New Year as well! :)

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Corey @ Learning Patience December 28, 2011 at 7:05 pm

wow…so many awesome things – what a fabulous 2011! I would have to say moving to Trinidad and starting my blog are way up there for sure!

xoxo from Trinidad

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Kasey December 28, 2011 at 9:02 pm

Looks like an amazing and fun year for you!!! I love the recap :)
The highlight of this year for me was moving into our new house. All the years of saving finally paid off.

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Allison @ PickyEatingRD December 29, 2011 at 2:34 pm

I swear you were in more than 3 weddings!! I think one of the highlights for me was moving in with E. It has def. made our relationship a lot better!

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Swanky Dietitian December 29, 2011 at 6:07 pm

Well, I also went to another friend’s bachelorette too just not in the wedding! It did seem like a lot more though with all the events I was taking part in. :)

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Tiff @ Love Sweat and Beers December 29, 2011 at 2:55 pm

Good ones! I think this year’s vacation, starting a blog, and running a faster 5k were all good things for me.

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Corrie Anne December 29, 2011 at 6:50 pm

Awesome. The clothing swap looks super fun, and there’s nothing like being a bridesmaid!! I think most my bridesmaiding years are behind me, but it was fun!! :) However, definitely my top this year was getting married! :)

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Baking Serendipity December 29, 2011 at 8:48 pm

You have had a great year! Congratulations on all your successes :) I was able to spend a lot more time visiting family this year…it was definitely my favorite part of 2011!

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Swanky Dietitian December 30, 2011 at 3:50 am

Thanks so much Sarah!
Hope you have a happy new year! :)

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