A Different Kind of Christmas Lights

Tuesday, December 24, 2013

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Necklace by Her Fashion Box, Top by Nastygal, Shoes by Shoe Envy, Thrifted Cardigan // Photos by Tito-licious

Where has the year gone? I can't believe that this may already be my last post for the year. In 6 days I will be on a plane on my way to another great American haul and I'm starting to feel jittery inside!

-Highlights of 2013-
There are so many things I can think of off the top of my head when I look at this year in review - finally launching the Bellagio website, having our first Sydney Launch Party, upgrading to Anniepop 2.0...my cat! Haha

But the value that this year has really taught me, was that of family. My usual week includes working 9 to 5 (and sometimes even longer) on weekdays and blogging on weekends which means I can really only visit my parents once or twice a week. Every day this year I've looked forward to talking to my parents over the phone just to hear about their day-to-day which I really took for granted before when I was always at home with not much to do. We've been through a lot of scares and strife this year, the family situation has changed and I really admire the strength that my parents continue to show through the life adjustments that we have to make. These experiences have allowed us to become greater friends and I only hope to be a better daughter as the years go on.

With  that said, the love of family and admiration of friends is the best gift anyone could ask for! I wish everybody a Christmas and New Year full of laughter, good company and new memories and I will see you mid January when I get back. Have a safe holiday all!
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18 comments:

  1. Love your skirt babe! Thanks for visiting my blog! I love your style <3 following you on bloglovin now

    www.lifesjules.com

    xo,

    Jules

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  2. Oh very cool outfit, now I´m following you in GFC I hope your follow me back!
    Happy Holidays~

    www.sakuranko.com

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  3. this is so cool and you're so pretty :) happy holidays :)

    www.passport-to-fashion.com

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  4. Always gorgeous babe, love this shoot!

    Wishing you a very happy Christmas, hope the New year brings much happiness and more time with your loved ones!

    LIVE.IN.LOVE

    ~

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  5. Wow you are absolutely gorgeous and your blog is amazing! I adore this outfit, I only wish I could rock a crop top and mini skirt like that but alas we are having our winter over here in Vancouver now...

    Thanks so much for visiting and commenting on my blog earlier, would you like to follow each other on GFC? Let me know on my blog!

    Merry Christmas lovely!

    xx Debbie

    www.whatdoffydoes.com

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  6. Wow you look gorgeous!

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment! Of course we can follow each other! Id love to keep in touch! Let me know if you follow me and I will follow you right back :D

    And what about other social media? That way I won't miss a thing!


    Facebook / Instagram /Twitter / Chicisimo

     - Hannah's Heels

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  7. I hadn't heard of your brand before but after checking out the website, you are to be congratulated! It's sleek and professional and affordable. I love the lighting in these photos---they look so dramatic and editorial.

    Brittney

    Another Beautiful Thing

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  8. You look absolutely stunning! I love this skirt and the pop of cobalt blue from your necklace. Your hair looks lovely as well! Hope you are enjoying the holiday season!!

    Best,
    Christina

    looksbylau.blogspot.com

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  9. So pretty Annie! :)

    Happy New Year to you!
    Thank you for visiting my blog! :)


    x
    Kim
    accidental encounters

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  10. You look so pretty dear!
    loev your outfit too :D
    Btw Happy New Year :)
    WWW.PUTRIVALENTINALIM.BLOGSPOT.COM

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  11. Fun and glam at the same time! Beautiful post to end the year--and happy 2014 :)

    StylizedLuxe
    Instagram

    xo Jess

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  12. Happy New year :)
    mind to follow each other?
    Pls let me know ^^
    missdjoen.blogspot.com

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  13. Loving the outfit!
    Happy new year and hope you had a fab xmas too :)

    J <3
    https://itsreallyjenny.blogspot.com

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  14. That is a nice vintage-inspired hair! Girl you got a killer figure <3

    xx
    christineadelina.blogspot.com

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