A Blog Anniversary


I seem to have a bit of a blindspot when it comes to remembering this blog's anniversary for some reason. This year I'm about two month's late and since it is the third one, I did want to acknowledge it as I'm happy to still be here. I realize I can be a little all over the place with my post topics but that is a reflection my interests. I tend not to get too personal cause I have no intention to use this space as my diary and my everyday life would probably be quite boring to read about. I'm thankful for this blog as it has been a creative outlet which has allowed me to express, learn and connect with so many incredible fellow bloggers and readers. I went back into my archives and pulled up some of my earlier favorite posts and I hope that you'll visit one that catches your interest and come back to let me know your thoughts on it. One of the best things about this blog is having you all share your perspectives with me.

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Unknown said...

Happy Blog Anniversary hun.
Beautetude

Lilli said...

Morning Rowena and happy blog anniversary! Oh wow, third year? Well done, to many others to come! I just think the same of blogging, I think yours just perfectly reflects the person behind it, full of interests, nice and sweet :) I remember many of the posts you picked, Rena and Ian are so cute, you should keep to tell their stories!:) And the one I like most is your outfit, you are very stylish and lovely!:) Have a good week ahead and happy December my friend, many hugs! xo

Stanislava E. said...

Happy blog anniversary from me too! If only I had found your blog earlier... I understand you about the personal posts... I didn't want to do it on my blog, but somehow it did happen. Anyway. So, you've been blogging since 2012? Nice, me too :) I really like your blog as it covers many topics and every post is different and interesting. From your favourite above I really liked the NYC in snow photos! You should make it again this winter! And I can see from your book shelf why you are so good in photography! I really like the "eye candy" posts, whether it comes to women, or men! Ah, I almost forgot - you should do more "dine out" posts and outfit posts as well! Once again, I find your photos great and they inspire me and give me ideas! Happy Monday, Rowena! xo

Pooja Mittal said...

congrats for the blog anniversary , i love how you include the personal touch to the blog
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Unknown said...

Happy anniversary Rowena! What a lovely selection of posts you have shared - I love the outfit post, you look beautiful!

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Anonymous said...

Happy blog birthday, Rowena! And what a fun idea to add some throwback links!

Jackie Harrison said...

Happy Blog Anniversary and continue the amazing job you do also enjoy visiting.

The Dainty Dolls House said...

Happy Blog Anniversary doll...always love coming here to see your pictures and delights...my favourite is the picture of Matt Bomer because I love him so & you got to see him in the flesh, jealous :)))) I wish you many more wonderful years for this blog, such a special place :))) Xxxx

abeautifulzen said...

happy blog birthday!!!

Blackswan said...

Happy Bloggersary, pretty! So glad we've met on bloggersphere & I love your blog, Rowena! xoxo
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Elle Sees said...

happy blogiversary!! i'd sing it, but no one needs to hear that! ;)

Emmylou said...

Belated happy blog anniversary, Rowena!!! Woot!

PS I want that Irving Penn book. And you should do more outfit posts:)

miasmode said...

Happy belated third blogaversary Rowena! This is your only outfit post, really? You looked marvelous. I love the dress. I wish you would post more outfits. That pic you took of Matt Bomer is fabulous. I have watched the show and I really love it. It's not on tv right now, sadly. Have a happy Monday sweetheart!!

xx

Tales of Whimsy said...

I LOVE your sweater collection. I would SO make you try on a bunch for me.

Lenya said...

Belated happy blogaversary Rowena. Awesome pictures, esp the one of Matt Bomer, white collar was one of my favorite series too. And now Happy Monday girl.
xox
Lenya
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Unknown said...

So cool for you! Happy blog anniversary :D

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FASHION TALES said...

Happy belated Blog anniversary dear Rowena, mine is next week and I always have to put a reminder in my smartphone and Calender. Great photos! I wish you many more blogging years to come, and happy December! xx/Madison
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Margaret Dallospedale said...

Congrats Rowena
I love your blog!!!!!
Happy anniversary ;)
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Anonymous said...

Happy Blog Anniversary Rowena! Please continue to share your beautiful photos with us.

Paola Lauretano said...

Congrats for your great job Rowena... I love your blog!!!
Happy december doll!!!

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Akiko said...

Congratulations, Rowena! I always love your blog and glad I'm still here in a blog world and can read yours too :) xo akiko
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Nnenna said...

You have a fantastic blog! Happy Blogiversary Rowena!

Champagne Star said...

Congratulations on your blog anniversary! For my first couple of blog anniversaries I forgot the date too (actually, I don't even think I made a post for my second year anniversary). These things tend to sneak up on you lol!

Corinne said...

I always miss mine too, I think I had my second year not long ago.

Congrats on 3 years :)

Corinne x
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Unknown said...

Congratulations,
you really have a wonderful blog, it`s one of my favorites :)
And your first outfit is very pretty :)

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Anonymous said...

Happy blogversary! We have been blogging for about the same amount of time :)

buffalo journeys said...

Happy anniv!

Unknown said...

Congratulations, you are doping a good job

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Anonymous said...

Oh Happy Blogiversary Rowena! I love your blog and I'm so happy we've had the chance to collaborate :)

honestly, b. said...

Happy blogging anniversary!! I am the same—my anniversary just sneaks up on me. Three years is a lot to celebrate though! It's a lot of work, but if it's what you love then it's all worth it. I really love following along with you! Here's to another great year :)

Effortlesslady said...

Happy blog anniversary. Love your awesome blog.
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ALLIE NYC said...

Hey congrats on reaching this milestone! I know I always forget mine too. I will have to get to LE BERNARDIN! I am still trying to get to The Dutch.

Allie of ALLIE NYC
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Shireen L. Platt said...

Happy Blog anniversary, Rowena! Keep up the great job, girl, you're definitely one of my top favourite blogger!

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My Garden Diaries said...

Happy Anniversary to you friend!!! I always love to visit you here!!! You are such a talent Rowena! Your gifts come through your posts and I always learn something new and am inspired when I read your posts! Wishing you another year of creativity sweet friend!!!! Nicole xoxo

Leslie said...

Happy Anniversary Rowena! Time goes by so quickly! I've been following your blog for a least a couple years;) i always enjoy visiting and appreciate your creative posts!

A Very Sweet Blog said...

Happy Blog Anniversary Rowena! You're like a diamond! So multi-faceted! I love that you cover different topics. I always find everything you post interesting. You know Rena and Ian hold a special place in my heart. They were the first things I noticed about your blog. I instantly fell in love. Love your features on NYC. Love the fashion editorials you feature. Excellent beauty reviews. It's all awesome! Keep it up!
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Sunstreetbymonica said...

Happy Blog Anniversay Rowena! I love your blog!:)

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oomph. said...

hooray! keep up the great work here...
i remembered the first few anniversaries, but forgot them the past couple of years. in fact, i just missed it again (sept)!

JeannLiew | Luminnej said...

rowena, congrats on your anniversary!!

After discovering your blog last year, I have come to truly enjoy reading your blog posts. Your little "all over the place" is just to show how wide your interest areas are and I think that's a good thing! So much more to read and discover, for me *_^

Am so glad you recap your old blog post because they are really awesome. I love the chanel exhibition one as the styling for all are so inspiringly beautiful. It's amazing how just a LBJ can do to a person's look, if done well. It must have been quite an experience, being there in person to take it in, all. Nothing beats being there! Like watching a concert sort of feeling.

Your NYC snow captures are truly marvelous! I know by now you have a love/hate relationship with it, am sure I would probably feel the same if I ever stay in NYC, haha. Not that fun when it's slippery and dirty *_^ But having said that, you captured the most beautiful side of snow.

I love White Collar series too! They are so suave and cool looking *_^ Looks like we share about the same taste when it comes to men *wink wink*

Your food captures always make me want to eat even more! haha (not good for my waist line, heehee).

Of course, I absolutely love your eye candy posts, that is what got me started my version of star gazing, though yours are way better, I feel.

Above all, I truly treasure the "virtual" friendship that I have come to experience, exchanging ideas and thoughts for things that we both love and passionate about, reading about each other's life experiences along the way. I guess that's what blogging is really all about after all, connecting with light minded fellow bloggers and hopefully, cementing a long lasting friendship along the way!

Congrats again and keep the good work coming *_^ Hope this virtual friendship will turn into a real one, when we finally meet face to face one fine day! yay.

Have a great week ahead.

Big hugs,
Jeann

Happyeverafterbride said...

Happy Blogaversary! Great that you're still enjoying it. I like your blog for all your pretty pictures and you keep me in touch with Asian pop culture. May we continue to be inspired and keep meeting interesting minds in this world.

MITCH said...

YAAAY! Happy anniversary to your blog, Rowena!
I'm glad to know you in this blogosphere, your post is always interesting <3
Hope to see more updates from you!

Have a great one :)


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Rebeca Muñoz López said...

Congrats for the anniversary of your blog, the truth is that I have not done anything for my anniversary, I sometimes forget but I hope to do something next year, you have a varied and interesting blog do not forget to write Rowena! Kisses.

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Ivana Split said...

Happy blog anniversery...so your blog is a toddler now:) Many happy returns<3!
I think my thirst anniversity is about this time (maybe it even passed already) too!

I think that there is no need for us to make our blog fit some norm...I like and read all kinds of blogs, not just ones that focus on one subject...and on my blog I post about whatever I feel like posting.

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Jane said...

Happy 3 years! Love your mitten collection! I am hoping to knit me some! :)

Beauty Follower said...

Happy Blog anniversary dear... keep inspiring us!

Jayme @ Her Late Night Cravings said...

Happy Blogiversary!! We are so happy to have met you through blogging!

Jayme & Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings

sonia // daring coco said...

Aww happy 3 years on blog land! You're just like me. My 3rd was last month and I am yet to do anything special. Was thinking of maybe doing something next month though since it's the silly season and I don't think I'll have the time to do something with a bang!

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Midnight Cowgirl said...

Happy Blogiversary! It's always so exciting when another year of blogging rolls around :)

Anna said...

Happy Blogiversary Rowena! <3 I've enjoyed your posts since I started following, really glad to have found you! ^_^

little luxury list said...

Happy belated blog anniversary! It has been great to read about your travels, food adventures, and reviews. We can't wait to read more ;)

xoxo,
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Jenmarie said...

Happy 3 years! I hope you have many more to come :)

Beauty said...

Happy Blog anniversary and wishing you more wonderful years of blogging. Have a great weekend.

Lena L said...

Happy (belated) blog anniversary, dear Rowena! :)
I must congratulate you for your beautiful and unique blog. It is one of the most aesthetic, well-balanced, and genuine blogs that I know of.

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Rowena,

Sorry for my lateness but want to wish you a happy blog anniversary. I always enjoy coming to visit you and thanks for all you share and all the kind visits to my blog.
Happy weekend
Sending hugs
Carolyn

Christina @ Happy or Else said...

Congratulations!!! This is another wonderful milestone! You do a lovely job and I share your love for this blogging world. I am so happy I found you here!