The end of 2011 was a little bit crazy for us. I count myself lucky that I managed to get all the presents wrapped and under the tree before Christmas morning. Sending out Christmas cards became a project I simply had to drop. Instead, I hoped to put together a New Year's card to send out in January. And luckily, that's just what happened.
I was inspired by the thought of counting our blessings, since 2011 was a year full of wonderful moments and events for our family. Craig and I sat down and chatted about the things that made up the majority of our year, then I set to work quantifying them. In the end, we had events that, when the numbers were added together, summed up to 2011. I made four little illustrations to give some color to our card. And, saving the best for last, we also included a photo of the boys - because the photos are everyone's favorite part of receiving a holiday card.
It was a fun little project that I hope our friends and family enjoyed. And, of course, I want to send the same wishes out to all of you, dear friends: here's to countless blessings and a bright 2012!
PS - We turned that photo of the boys into magnets for grandparents and such. They turned out so wonderfully, that I'm planning on making it an annual thing.
photos by me
They really did turn out so cute! I saved mine to show to my mom and she loved it too.
Posted by: Christie | 01/31/2012 at 05:02 PM
Congratulations, Meredith! You're cards are adorable, as always. Happy 2012!
Posted by: Sarah Calder | 02/01/2012 at 10:43 AM
Your Christmas cards turned out great! You have such an eye for those things! And your boys are pretty dang cute too! We sure do miss you guys!
Posted by: Crystal | 02/02/2012 at 06:15 AM