Earlier this week I quietly celebrated my 10 year blogging anniversary. So much has changed since my very first post. I no longer greet my son at the school bus stop because well, that would be embarrassing to a 16-year-old boy. We also have lived in two other houses since that time. But other things remain delightfully the same. We are blessed that Rudi the dachshund is still with us. I remain good friends with Miss Sandy who left the very first comment on Decor To Adore. It has been such a delightful journey and I am grateful for the many other wonderful people and experiences I have encountered over the years. Here is Saturday Smiles Celebrating 10.
Saturday Smiles Celebrating 10
In the last 10 years I have written over 2000 posts. They have included design, fashion, food, culture, travel and many other topics. To emcompass this idea I’ve gathered up a few top 10’s.
Fashion
I own everything on this list but a trench coat. I just haven’t had a need…yet.
Food
I’m tempted to make the Coconut-Vanilla Bean Cake with Coconut Meringue Buttercream Frosting cake in this yummy post.
Culture
I have always loved to read. This literary post includes a Top 10 List of Books for different ages and categories. Many of my favorites are listed and some I have not yet read but absolutely will.
In the past ten years I have traveled exstensively both home and abroad. I’m currently planning a trip to the South of France in the fall. This post on Provence has my mind spinning.
In seeking a Top 10 for design it is clear what Pinterest thinks is HOT! Farmhouse wins hands down. Still, I remember when Tuscan and Industrial were all the rage. I think perhaps this is why I am drawn to classic design elements. You’ll find more than 10 posts on classic design under the DECORATING tab at the top of the page.
Now just for fun, here’s a sneak peek of one of the 10 things that I don’t like in our current guest bathroom that I’ll be sharing on Monday.
Remember, you’re a 10 to me!
Laura
This past week’s postings:
Royal Wedding Wednesdays Let Them Eat Cake
Happy blogging anniversary! I’m so glad you’re here!
Happy 10 years! I’ve sure enjoyed your blog over the years. My favorite posts were the ones you did a couple of years ago at Christmas time. I read each one and they encouraged me at a rather low time in my life. Thanks for so many wonderful posts! Sweet hugs, Diane
Happy Blogiversary Laura! I enjoy your posts and have always been amazed at your level of creativity and the effort you make to share your talents with the world! I pray you will continue to write, bake, decorate, and share with those of us who live vicariously through you. You are truly one of a kind and I feel blessed to know you and your beautiful family.
Congratulations on 10 years of blogging. I really enjoy your blog. You have a unique voice and style. Thank you for 10 years of entertainment and inspiration.
Wishing you a happy 10th blogging anniversary, Laura.
Happy to have known you all 10 of those years! Happy Blogiversary!
I wish I’d known you all ten but I’m grateful for the years that I have discovered you and your beautiful space. Congratulations, Laura! I hope you never stop!
Congratulations Laura! It’s always a delight to stop by! Best wishes for many many more years on the blog and have fun dreaming about your upcoming trip to Provence. xo
Congratulations on the accomplishment, Laura. Your accomplishment has been a joy to us!
Congrats Laura. I have enjoyed many of your blog posts and learned things along the way.
You and I started blogging about the same time. It’s been lovely to follow along with you. We have moved many times in the 10 years since mother passed away, but we do love the north GA mountains. We miss our mini doxie, Harriet, but it is heartwarming that Rudi is still with you. I wish you continued success on your blog. Blessings this weekend. (I have returned from my blog break)
You have a wonderful list of books. I’ve read more than half of them.. I have so many I want to read – not sure that at nearly 76, I’ll live long enough to even make a dent in my list. New ones are always coming out that get added. I’ll keep trying, though. Happy 10th anniversary.
Happy blogiversary. Isn’t it fun to look back? That cake looks delish!
You are definitely in my top 10, Laura. You’re so full of energy and smart ideas and wisdom. Congratulations!
CONGRATS!!!!!!!
Laura, Congrats on 10-years !!
Laura, happy 10th blogiversary. I just had my 8th. If you’ve done more than 2,000 posts, you post about 4 times more than I do!! I couldn’t possibly post more often than my once a week on Thursdays – guess I’m just delicate! 😀 Keep up the good work.
Congratulations on your 10th anniversary! That is a real milestone. I am not sure how many years I have been following you but your blog is always a must read (catch up on) and its always a delight. I find your style so natural and heartwarming. Its like you have invited us into your home and into your life as a friend. I feel like I am standing there with you admiring your latest handiwork or remodeling task or wandering along memory lane with you. You have done so much, accomplished so much and had heartbreaks and good times along the way. A wonderful diary of your past 10 years.
I am so happy to be able to call you a bloggy friend who never fails to cheer me up! Thank you for sharing your life and passions! XOXO
Congratulations on 10 years. Glad I came across your blog!