One year ago today I entered into the blogging world and published my first post on Leslie Reese. I had been looking for a way to share the things I love to do and blogging seemed like the perfect way to do that. I enlisted the help of a graphic designer and while she was busy designing the layout of my blog, I was figuring out how to work with WordPress, and on May 24th the blog was launched. It has been a journey and the past year has been quite a learning experience. I have really enjoyed taking photos, trying new recipes and visiting fun places. I love blogging and one hundred posts later, I can say it's been an awesome year! Since today is Friday, I thought it would be fun to share my favorite posts from the past year. I've chosen one from each month since the blog was launched. I hope you enjoy looking back with me. Happy Friday!

2012May - Sea Glass

June - Fresh Cut Flowers

July - Roasted Rosemary Cashews

August - Sangria

September - A Trip to Terrain at Styer's

October - Homemade Pasta

November - Pecans and Pretty Boxes

December - Gingerbread Church

2013

January - Favorite Things ~ Accessories

February - Bridal Shower Love

March - Lemon Cheese Bars

April - Favorite Things ~ Simple Cheese Board

May - Favorite Things ~ Cocktails and Cake Decorating

I appreciate each one of you for stopping by, following along and giving me your feedback. I have truly enjoyed writing about some of my favorite things and it's been fun sharing those adventures and stories with you. From recipes to baby showers you have joined in the fun and stayed in touch. I am grateful for the support. If there is one thing I hope to do with this blog, it's to inspire you to celebrate the little things in life. So often they are the things that matter most and while so many people are busy worrying about things that won't be important a year from now, those little things you do will be remembered for years to come. So live your life, have fun and find something to celebrate every day! I'll be here doing the same!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Leslie xo

The end of the year is fast approaching. It's a time to reflect on the past year while we look forward to the year ahead. It's been a fun year for me in the blogging world. I published my first blog post back in May and have enjoyed every minute of the process since then. I discovered that I love to write and I have met some amazing people along the way. It's been fun to share the things I love with you and I have appreciated all of the feedback I have received. When I sat down to write today's post, I thought it would be fun to go back and share some of my favorite posts with you. I am looking forward to bringing you some fun new things in 2013. It will be an exciting year for my family and I can't wait to share some of it with you. Happy Friday!

Lemon & Sugar ~ This was the first post on the blog so it's definitely my favorite overall.

DIY Cupcake Liners ~ My favorite simple DIY post.

A Walk on the High Line ~ One of my favorite travel posts (and places to go!).

Favorite Things - Coffee post ~ This was the first post in the Favorite Things category. I love these Friday posts.

Favorite Things - Martha Stewart Weddings Bridal Market Party ~ My favorite event of the year. An amazing experience.

Simple Dessert Bar ~ This is a favorite post because it was a simple DIY that was fun to do. I loved working with my daughter on this one.

Chocolate Covered Christmas ~ I had so much fun with this series. It gave me some great ideas for future projects.

Have a wonderful weekend and a Happy New Year!

Leslie xo

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