On 2017 & A Holiday Wish

Happy Holidays

Just as 2017 arrived in a flash, it's about to end...   Now is as good a time as any to be reminded that it's important to be grateful and cherish every day because once it's over, it's gone.  Maybe it's just me but somehow at times 2017 felt like it dragged on as much as it flew by.  Personally this past year was all about choosing quality over quantity and that meant making better choices. I'm happy to say that this was a goal that I managed to see through and will continue as it has been fulfilling and led to a better quality of life. Yes it possible to live better with less and saving money is a major benefit that goes along with it!  Self care continued to be a priority and it has been a necessity in dealing with some personal issues as well as just coping with everything happening in the US and the world these days. Highlights included celebrating a milestone wedding anniversary, paying off our mortgage early (yay to being totally debt-free!) and of course my husband's big promotion.

I just want to take a moment to thank everyone who's stopped by here! I'm ever so grateful for each and every one of you and for your continuing support.  Happy Holidays! May this be a time of resounding joy for you and your loved ones no matter what you're celebrating. Have fun and be safe!

This will be my last post for 2017 but you can keep up with me on Instagram and I'll still be sharing tidbits of interest on Twitter. And let's connect again here on the other side of the new year!

37 comments

Lilli said...

Morning Rowena! I'm so thankful for another year of your precious blogger-friendship! May this festive season be filled with joy and love, to you and your hubby happy holidays! Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year, lets hope for more peace in the world and in our hearts. Love you!

Coco said...

Happy holidays Rowena!!
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Doctor Anne said...

See you next year then. Happy Holidays, Rowena!

Anne|Linda, Libra, Loca

Jackie Harrison said...

Well Said Rowena, I will continue focusing in putting god first in my life., So far this year been full of blessing and I cannot complain. Is not material but love and making new friends and being able to wake up and see the sunrise again and again. I wish you and your family a bless holiday filled with joy and laughter. See you next year.

Emmylou said...

So wonderful to hear that you have accomplished what you set out to do for the year, chingu, and again, happy anniversary:) Wishing you and all the whole family a lovely Holiday season, and here's to a great 2018!
XOXO

FASHION TALES said...

You had some memorable moments in 2017. It’s been lovely to visit your blog when I get the chance. Happy Holidays to you, Rowena! See you back in 2018! <3 xo

Pilar said...

Happy Holidays Rowena, and congrats on all of your accomplishments this year! See you next year!

Ivana Split said...

I'm happy to hear you managed to implement quality over quantity philosophy & decisions in your life this year. I'm also trying to live with less, for example rather than going shopping I will choose to concentrate more on things that matter to me, like learning new things and investing into my education. Congrats on your wedding anniversary, your husband's promotion and congrats for being depth free. Those are all lovely things to celebrate.

Happy Holidays! See you next year!

Shireen L. Platt said...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you, Rowena!

Shireen⎜Reflection of Sanity

Kasztanowy Domek said...

Happy Holidays!:)

xxBasia

little luxury list said...

Happy New Year dear! What a year! I'm all about fewer, quality pieces now. It doesn't save a ton of money, but I'm happy with the final products. Many congrats as well to being mortgage free and your husband's big promotion!

Jenny said...

Congratulations on paying off your mortgage and your husband's promotion, those are definitely 2 accomplishments worth celebrating! Wishing you a very merry Christmas and a happy new year!

Jenny | Geeky Posh

FashionRadi said...

I'm so thankful for this year! I wish you all the best in 2018. Happy Holidays!

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Mica said...

I'm glad there has been some good moments to 2017 for you, it has been quite a year! Thankfully I think it's flown by quickly too.

Hope you are having a great weekend! With all of the gifts bought and wrapped I'm enjoying a last quiet day before all the Christmas festivities begin, I'm so looking forward to it! Have a merry Christmas and a happy new year :)

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sonia // daring coco said...

It may have been a dull one but this year was full of milestones and achievements for you! Congrats on paying off the mortgage. That must feel amazing to have such a burden taken off your shoulders. I've started to really focus on quality over quantity, especially when it comes to my wardrobe and it's something I want to adopt into the new year. That and taking better care of my health, starting with finding a new doctor and practice. I've been putting things off for too long now and it's time to take back control

Hope you guys have a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy 2018. Excited to see what it brings you.
Sxx
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R.ChamberofBeauty said...

Hi dear, I'm so happy that you have got some great moments this year. Congratulations on paying off mortgage. Hope you are having a great weekend and enjoying your holidays <3

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Unknown said...

Happy holidays and merry Christmas!

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Beauty Unearthly said...

Wish you all the best Rovena! xx

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Paola Lauretano said...

Merry Christmas! Eat, drink, and be happy always!
Kisses, Paola.

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R.ChamberofBeauty said...

I’m wishing you lots of love, peace and joy this Christmas and all the best in the New Year! Kisses <3
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Unknown said...

Happy holidays! I still can't believe 2017 will be over in a few days! Super excited for 2018 :D
Enjoy 2018!

xo Noor
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Midnight Cowgirl said...

Happy Holidays and hooray for 2018!

Gabrielle said...

A year that helped you to appreciate quality over quantity sounds like a very, very good year indeed! I hope you had a beautiful Christmas Rowena, and I hope 2018 is a fabulous year for you!

Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice x

Blackswan said...

Popping by to wish you a Merry X'mas & Happy 2018, Rowena! xoxo

Unknown said...

So beautiful!
Happy Holidays!
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ALLIE NYC said...

Yes 2017 was a difficult year lets hope 2018 is better. And congrats on paying off the mortgage!

Allie of ALLIENYC
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Corinne said...

It's been lovely following your blog in 2017! Can't wait to see what comes next.

Corinne x
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Rebeca Muñoz López said...

Hello dear, what a good reflection of the things that happened this year, I think that when you choose quality over quantity, life has a better taste, quality of friends, quality of time, quality of life, I hope next year will arrive loaded with things good for you and your family, happy holidays!

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Gingi said...

Merry Christmas... and a HAPPY NEW YEAR to you my sweet bloggy friend!! <3 - http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com

Pinkoolaid said...

hurrah for 2017 and cheers to a better year ahead :) Happy Holidays!

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Anonymous said...

Congratulations on the unforgettable milestones you experienced this year. Hope that the new year will be as fantastic if not more! xo

Jo said...

Congrats on paying off the mortgage Rowena! That's awesome! My thoughts are similar to yours (choosing quality over quantity). Honestly, I bought fewer clothing this year and I declutter my handbag collection as well. I thought I would regret (on some of the bags I sold), but I didn't which was quite surprisingly to me. Lol. Anyway, Happy New Year to you and your hubby! May 2018 brings you both more happiness and laughter!

xo Jo

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María Pilar Bernal Maya said...

Thanks!! All my best wishes for you too
kss
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Oh to Be a Muse said...

I love that you succeeded in living a quality over quantity life. Happy first of the year!

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A Very Sweet Blog said...

Rowena, you made some exemplary accomplishments! I'm so proud of you two and congratulations to your husband! I'm cheering you two on! Quality is always better over quantity. I've learned the same lesson. You can't beat quality!
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Jane said...

Congratulations on paying off the mortgage! That must feel awesome!