Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Cheers to Two Blogging Years! + Giveaway


Cheers to two years! It's been two years since I started this little space (Well, Sunday it was two years but who wants to have any distractions over the holiday weekend?!).  When I decided to start a blog, it started as a scrapbook for myself to document things from wedding planning, building our first home, getting married and honeymooning.  The first year the blog was private and just for family and friends.  Eleven months ago I opened it up to all of you unknowingly if it would succeed or not and I'm so glad I did; I've met so many wonderful people and had the best experiences.  First and foremost the reason I blog has remained the same - to remember all those little life's moments. 

Since the blog started it's gone from The Future Mrs. (with about 20 family/friends readers) to The New Mrs. (when it switched from private to public) to now, Christina Lea Loves (which is here to stay!).  This is a fabulous little hobby, a scrapbook and so much more.  I can't wait to see where the start of year three (or year two publicly) takes Christina Lea Loves.  Some days I can't keep up with the responses, the emails and the time it takes to get a post together, but I just can't keep myself away.

I want to truly and sincerely thank everyone for reading - it means so much.  The comments, emails and positivity that comes with each post is such a blessing.  Any future topics you'd like to hear?? Be sure to let me know if anything specific comes to mind!


As a little way to say thanks and stay true to the blog's name, I've teamed up with some of my favorite bloggers to bring a giveaway of one of my favorite loves - Lilly Pulitzer treats.  The goodies include a $60 gift card, a wine tote, a wine coaster and two stemless  wine glasses.  The giveaway will run through next Monday, December 7th.  Enter via the rafflecopter below and be sure to visit all of my favorite gals by following each of their links - remember, every link is one entry closer to winning! Cheers to many more years for Christina Lea Loves and a very happy holiday season for all! Lots of luck! 

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40 comments:

  1. Happy two years, beautiful! So glad I found your blog, it's been so fun reading and getting to know you! A LP giveaway, YES PLEASE!

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  2. Happy two years of blogging!! So happy to have "met" you through blogging and can't wait to see more!! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  3. Congrats on the two years of blogging!! So so glad to have met you on here, and hope to meet you for real one day soon!

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  4. Yay for 2 years of blogging! You go girl! Congrats! So glad to be following along with your blog. Cheers!

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  5. Happy blogiversary! So excited to team up with you on this giveaway!

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  6. Cheers to your 2 year blogiversary gurlie! So glad you decided to go public and share this space with all of us. And loving this giveaway, I could think of no better way for you to celebrate than Lily prizes and of course Penn State wins <3

    Green Fashionista

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  7. congrats on two years girly! what a great giveaway! so glad i've "met" you in this lil blog space :) cheers to many more

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  8. happy anniversary! thankful for your little blog, it's such a fun read!
    Linds @ Not A Mom

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  9. Happy Two Years! I am so happy I found your blog - I love it!

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  10. YAYYYY! Happy 2 year blogiversary pretty lady! I've loved getting to follow along with you on your journey and can't wait to see what else life has in store for you! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  11. Happy two year Blogiversary!! I have enjoyed getting to know you and always look forward to reading your posts. You have accomplished a lot in two years too, and you should be very proud of yourself! Those Lily goodies are super cute too!! :-)

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  12. Happy Blogiversary and thank you so much for the chance to win a wonderful prize!! Love reading your little piece of happiness every day!

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  13. Happy, happy two years!!! It's been so fun getting to know you and stopping by here each day! Cheers to many more!

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  14. Congratulations on your two year milestone! It has been fun following along, and what a journey you've had in just two years! Looking forward to continuing to follow along :)

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  15. What a fun giveaway for your blog anniversary! Here's to many more blogging years!

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  16. Congrats on two years! I love reading your posts, you always have such great style and recipes!

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  17. Congratulations and cheers to two years! I'm glad you decided to make the jump from private to public - your blog is one of my favorites to read!

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  18. Yay!! Congrats on two years and thanks for including me in the celebration! xo

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  19. Yaaayyy happy blogiversary, and thanks for inviting me to be a part of this fun giveaway. Good luck to all the entrants!

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  20. Yay for two years!! What a great giveaway :)
    Kelsey
    www.thepeacockroost.com

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  21. I'm glad I found you and I so enjoy visiting your little space every day! :o) Happy two years!

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  22. Congratulations on two years! What a wonderful milestone for your blog and for you as well! Cheers!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

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  23. Congrats on 2 years!! Thanks for the fun giveaway :)

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  24. Happy Blog Birthday! I've loved following alone for the past year or so, your posts are always so fun and positive. Here's to many more!!

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  25. Oh my gosh, happy two years! That is so very exciting! I love stopping by to read your blog and see what is new. Cheers to many more years!

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  26. Happy blogiversary, sweet friend! I'm so glad that you decided to take your blog public because you write about such a variety of great topics - I always look forward to reading every day. :) Thanks for having me as part of your giveaway!

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  27. Happy 2 years! Time definitely flies...Awesome giveaway. Would you believe I don't own one Lilly Pulitzer thing?!

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  28. Loving the new change! I had to think for a moment when I saw you in my blog feed. Congratulations on two years and the new name change for the blog! Such a great way to celebrate!

    liz @ sundays with sophie

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  29. Happy two years! I love reading your blog! Love the giveaway! :)

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  30. Happy anniversary! I've loved reading all about your fabulous trips because they always give me ideas about what to do next!

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  31. Congrats on reaching 2 years! That's great! Keep up the good work!

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  32. Congrats on 2 years! I can't recall how many years I've been blogging now, but I haven't been able to stay away either. I did take a short bloggy break for a while, but it was killing me not to blog - especially since it's for the same reasons as you - a scrapbook! :) Thanks for stopping by to say hello today!

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  33. Happy Blogiversary!! What a sweet milestone & fun celebratory giveaway! :)

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  34. Happy BLOG-iversary!! Congrats on your 2 years...may there be many more! =)

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  35. Happy blogiversary!! I've loved following along!! :)

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  36. Happy, Happy Blogiversary! It's been wonderful to follow along over the past year! Xo, Stephanie

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