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December 31, 2011

On vacation with the gals At The Picket Fence

Hi! Hi! Hi!! Well the moment you’ve all been waiting for….cricket. cricket. cricket….you have been waiting right? Waiting for the reunion of the sisters! Sisters…”together at last…together forever!” 😉

Now could anything be more appropriate than photos of us taking photos of…each other?!
We’ve had so much fun practicing with our cameras…our families on the other hand might be a little tired already of us following them around taking photos…
The cousins cooking. 
Lauren at the pool
Michael visiting with family
Nothing like teaching your younger cousins the finer points of using an iphone…
Lauren picked it up quickly!
Ian enjoying exploring….
and hanging out with Poppa
We are really enjoying being together as a family
We’ll have more to share soon of our time together….so stay tuned!

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  1. NanaDiana says

    December 31, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    You girls are both just gorgeous…INSIDE and OUTSIDE! I love all your family pictures and can’t wait to see more- xo Diana

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  2. Carolyn@SweetChaos says

    December 31, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Awww… so much fun hanging out with a sister! Enjoy your family time, and Happy New Year!!

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  3. Stuff and Nonsense says

    December 31, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    looks like y’all
    are having a fine time together at last

    happy new year!

    alison

    Reply
  4. Cottage and Broome says

    December 31, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Nice you could all spend time together! Have a Happy New Year! Laura

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  5. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    December 31, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    What a beautiful family photo girls!! Have a wonderful, happy New Year!! Martina

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  6. Susan (My Place to Yours) says

    December 31, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    What a beautiful family! I’m so glad you ladies are having time together, and I wish God’s richest blessings for both of you (and yours!) during this New Year. Special greetings and New Year wishes to your Nonna and Poppa — from THIS Nonna (and Poppa)! 🙂

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  7. Savvy Seasons says

    December 31, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Happy New Year, girls! Wishing you and your beautiful families the best New Year Ever! xo ~Liz

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  8. Debra @ Common Ground says

    December 31, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    So glad that you were all able to be together for the Holidays! What a wonderful photo of the family, have Happy Happy New Year! xoxo

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  9. Andrea@ourbluefrontdoor says

    December 31, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    What a beautiful family you both have! I wish you both a wonderful new year and many blessings! Thank you for always inspiring me….here’s to an awesome 2012

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  10. debbie refresh restyle says

    December 31, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Thanks for sharing your beautiful family with us! Have a great time, Happy New Year!
    Debbie

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  11. Ange says

    December 31, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    beautiful Family photos and looks like you are having a great time together! Happy New Year girls, much love and blessings to you and your families!!!!

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  12. classic • casual • home says

    December 31, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    You have such a darling family…very fun post!

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  13. Myric says

    December 31, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    What a darling picture of sisters!

    Wishing both of you a prosperity for this coming new year!!!

    Xoxo
    myric

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  14. Roeshel S says

    December 31, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Awe, great pictures! Looks like an amazing vacation too! Looking forward to seeing more about your trip and wishing you a 2012 filled with happiness, good health and lots of DIY! 😉

    Roeshel

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  15. Debbiedoo's blogging and blabbing says

    December 31, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Happy New years lovely ladies. Love your family pics!

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  16. Christie says

    December 31, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    HAPPY NEW YEAR HEATHER & VANESSA!! What a beautiful moment for all of you to be together! Your family is so sweet and what a treasure! Savor every moment! I am sure you do! Best wishes and blessings for a wonderful 2012! You are dear friends! Christie

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  17. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    January 1, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    How great that you were able to get together for the holidays! Great picture of the two of you! Happy New Year! : )

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  18. Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says

    January 1, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    What beautiful memories you’re creating as a family — looks like everyone really enjoyed themselves! Looking forward to more inspiration from you two creative ladies in 2012!

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  19. Catie @ Catie's Corner says

    January 1, 2012 at 5:34 PM

    Happy New Year’s girls!! I’m happy that you get to spend some time together. Looking forward to following along with what you to are up to this year. Best wishes to both of you and your families!! =) I hope to be back and blogging along with you in February.

    ~ Catie

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  20. Stacy Curran says

    January 1, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    You two are BEAUTIFUL!! I ADORE that photo of you!! All the best in 2012,
    Stacy

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  21. Suzanne says

    January 1, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    Your pictures made me homesick for Arizona…

    Happy New Year!

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  22. dee dee says

    January 1, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    Happy New Year!
    Dee Dee

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  23. Kristin says

    January 2, 2012 at 1:32 AM

    LOVE THESE PICTURES!
    Can’t wait to hear more and see more!
    Happy New Year, Girlies!!!
    XO

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  24. Lakeshore Cottage Living says

    January 2, 2012 at 3:17 AM

    Happy New Year!! loved seeing all of your pictures of your beautiful family!!!

    Kristine

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  25. Good Time Charlie says

    January 2, 2012 at 4:46 AM

    Enjoy the time with your family! Cute pics!

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  26. Debbie says

    January 2, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    I hope you’re having the time of your lives! My family and I were just saying how wonderful technology is that it allows us to stay so connected though far apart. You two are a testimony to that.

    But still… isn’t the TOGETHER time the very best of all?

    Yeah, I think so too. I’m glad you’re having it.

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  27. Youaretalkingtoomuch.com says

    January 2, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    You have a great looking family and your parents look SO young! Have fun! Treasure this time together! Love, Me

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  28. JOY in the JOURNEY says

    January 3, 2012 at 2:18 AM

    Hope you are enjoying the time with your loved ones! I am now a follower of yours although I have been subscribed for awhile now.

    Check out my finished playhouse 🙂

    https://joy2journey.blogspot.com/2012/01/i-finished-playhouse-by-christmas-eve.html

    Hugs,
    Bj

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  29. Marla and Steve says

    January 3, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    What a beautiful family!! And I know you were glad to leave the Oregon rain and gray for the sun 🙂 We went to sunny Colorado and as soon as I saw the rain out the plane window I wanted to turn around. You sisters are both gorgeous.

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  30. Leslie says

    January 4, 2012 at 4:10 AM

    Great family picture–gorgeous family!! I’m so glad ya’ll were able to get together and spend some quality family time with each other! There’s nothing more special than that. 🙂
    I don’t comment as often as I should, but I love your blog, I think the friendship between you two as sisters is wonderful!
    Blessing to you in the New YEar!
    Leslie

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  31. Sarah @ Modern Country Style says

    January 4, 2012 at 8:02 PM

    Aaah! So lovely! I wish I could come right over and join you – yes, to be the non-sister gooseberry!! 😉

    I love your blog so much – it’s one of those that seems a perfect reflection of the two of you together – gorgeous!!!

    Happy New Year!
    Sarahx

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  32. Anita @ Sweet Southern Breeze says

    January 4, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    What a wonderful time you must be having making sweet memories with family. I love your blog and am looking forward to what you gals have in store for 2012! Happy New Year!

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  33. Pamela says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:33 AM

    Looks like y’all had so much fun! Also looked like there was some Angry Bird action going on!:)

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  34. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your Home says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:13 AM

    Beautiful family! What a blessing to have this time together…enjoy every minute!
    Blessings to all!!!

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  35. Kathryn Ferguson Griffin says

    January 5, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    What a great post! So glad you two were able to get together. There’s nothing better than a sister. My favorite pic is the one of the kids in the kitchen. The looks on their faces made me giggle. I’ve seen those same looks on my nieces and nephews faces. Happy New Year! Have a grand day!! Toodles, Kathryn@TheDedicatedHouse

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  36. Kim @ Cheap Chic Home says

    January 6, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    How fun! What a lovely family you have. I’m so glad you enjoyed yourselves at your parents.

    Reply

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