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The Best of 2016

It’s New Years Eve and I can’t believe how fast this year has flown by. One thing I love about blogging is being able to go back to my archives and remember some great memories I’ve had this past year. I can’t believe how much this blog has grown in the past two years. Before you scroll any further check out my recap of 2015. I just want you to see how much my blog has evolved. It’s a simple reminder that we all start somewhere. So here’s the best of 2016, enjoy!


THRIVE ON – 5 ACTIONS TO BE A BETTER BLOGGER

My first ever blogger conference, where it all began.

7 ANTI-AGING TIPS FOR YOUNGER LOOKING SKIN

My first beauty collaboration with Clinique!

WEEKEND AT THE WESTIN IN THE WOODLANDS

My first ever hotel collaboration at the Westin.

10 TIPS TO SUCCESS FOR FIRST TIME BLOGGERS

Sharing some huge blog wins for my second year blogging and some tips for beginner bloggers.

Nordstrom collaboration and my first ever Manolo Blanik heels.

HILTON ARLINGTON

Fun weekend in Dallas and my second hotel collaboration

EVER SO SHIFT DRESS + GIVEAWAY

My 28th birthday shoot at the famous Sugar and Cloth color wall.

SUITE MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND @ HOTEL SORELLA

Stayed at the Hotel Sorella for a Mother’s Day Weekend staycation. We stayed at an amazing penthouse suite!

MONOGRAMMED MUST HAVES FOR SUMMER

My first ever collaboration with MarleyLilly. One of my favorite brands to partner up with!

INSIDE MAGNOLIA MARKET + VIDEO TOUR

We visited Magnolia Market with the family, and Jayden had so much fun!  And if you don’t know Joanna Gaines is my blogger idol! She is #lifegoals. 

TRAVEL DIARIES – LONE STAR COURT

Weekend family vacation where we stayed at the trendy Lone Star Court. I highly recommend it for families!

OUR LOVE STORY – I DON’T BELIEVE IN LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT

One of my favorite stories of all time! Sharing how my husband and I first met!

A COUPLE’S WEEKEND TRAVEL GUIDE TO CHICAGO

Fun weekend anniversary trip with the hubs!

KENDRA SCOTT GIVES BACK PARTY BENEFITING CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK

My first ever hosted blogger event!

6 TIPS TO A CHIC WORKSPACE WITH FRANCESCA’S

Making my workspace dreams come true in my office, and my first collaboration with Francesca’s!

HOLIDAY BLOGGER BRUNCH WITH BAYBROOK

Teamed up with my blog mentor to host the first ever blogger event in Baybrook!

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The Best of 2016 was definitely a year of first with so many wonderful memories. I am so thankful for everyone in my life this year who has made it so special. A special thank you to my wonderful readers who have helped make this dream of mine a reality. Thank you for taking the time to stop by and support me and my blog. It means a lot. I hope everyone has an amazing New Year! Tonight I will be spending it with my family celebrating traditional Filipino New Year! If you want to see what that’s all about follow along on my Snapchat!

<3 Dawn

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