2011 in Pictures
2011 is ending in, oh, 2 hours and what am I doing? NOTHING!
Hubby and I are watching New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, the kids are in bed, and I’m in my pajamas. Sad isn’t it? Actually, it’s not. I’m exactly where I want to be. We’ve had an AWESOME week. By far the best Holiday season for us yet. I think it’s the combination of having an older child who "gets it" and a baby who’s experiencing everything for the first time.
Anyway, I’m really here to say goodbye to the year by reminiscing through pictures. Oh! but first I have to tell you… I’ve been keeping my food journal like a champ AND I’ve worked out every day since Tuesday! Feeling fantastic!
Ok, on to the photos! Each one links back to the post it came from….

Click here to see 2010 in pictures!
I know. I went a little nuts. I couldn’t help myself! 2011 Rocked!
Have a Great New Year! I’ll be back tomorrow with a Sensational New Years Day post! :)
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Your family is adoreableeeee <3 Even the husband with his finger!
You had a wonderful year!! Enjoy all the moments, they go by so fast.
Happy New Year Roni and your beautiful family. I hope that 2012 is as an amazing a year as 2011.
Thanks for all the amazing articles, recipes and photos.
Beautiful! Happy New Year Roni and family :)
I thought for sure we were not going to see one picture of the hubby without his middle finger extended, but he redeemed himself near the end. I’ve enjoyed each and ever post of 2011 and look forward to 2012!
Such a wonderful time in your life and how wonderful to see you enjoying it with your family. I am tracking and working out and enjoying having dinner parties and going out to brunch with my daughter and son-in-law,baking cookies with my grandchilden and enjoying my home. Yes,you can combine all the wonderful things in your life,you don’t have to give up things just put them in proper prospective and never give up on yourself!
Hope to see a picture of the little bean and big brother walking that wooded trail together next year. Neat that there were two pictures with the same scene outside. Can’t wait to share the next year with you!
I think perhaps you ought to start photoshopping out ‘THAT’ finger the husbands love to display. Maybe turn it into a pretty flower. Fabulous photos and adorable family. thanks you x
What a year! I love all the pictures – I can understand why you included so many!
I’m really grateful I had the opportunity to meet you and was able to attend Fitbloggin’ this year. You do great things for us fellow bloggers, so many thanks again for it all. Happy new year’s to you and yours!
I love your blog, your recipes, your pics – I have been so blessed by them! Have a joy-filled 2012!
Hi Roni. Thank you for the recap of your wonderful (and very eventful) year. Warm New Year wishes to you, your boys, your husband and his hilarious middle finger!!! May 2012 be another stellar year for all of you!!!!! I look forward to your posts, your pictures and your recipes. Happy New Year.
Beautiful pictures. Happy happy New Year.
looks like you had such an amazing year!!
What an amazing year! I wish you and your family all the BEST for 2012!
Gorgeous pictures – you have had a very eventful year! Thank you so much for sharing your life with us and for being such an inspiration. I love your insights and recipes.
Loved them all but the Scooby Doo costumes stole the show for me!!! Happy 2012