And now for my 2009 year in review! I’m leaving out a bunch of things since Chels and I obviously have a lot of 2009 favorites in common. But SO much stuff happened this year. At the end of every year, I always say, “this was my best year yet!” and I always mean it. Luckily for me, I can say the same about 2009!! It was filled with family, friends, food, and lots of love and good times. After writing about it, I realize I’m kind of obsessed with it.
January
I don’t have a whole lot of photos from January (and yes, I determine what I’ve done in the past year from iPhoto), but since the January weather in Boston is nothing fun, I’m guessing I was just doing a lot of hanging out. My mom also had foot/knee surgery, so I spent a lot of time at my parents’ house (and we’re all SO thankful she’s all healed up now!). My sister and Adam were working in the area too and we cooked my parents a big anniversary dinner (33 years!). Gosh, this feels like so long ago, though!
Chels and I also got to hang out with our buddies 2GuysUncorked:
February
Another quiet (and snowy) month. I hosted Cupcake-a-Thon with a bunch of my friends. We all made different cupcakes and paired them with drinks. It was a blast… And I don’t think I ate cupcakes for a couple months after.
Chels and I were featured in a Boston Globe article about local food bloggers.
March
My sister’s first wedding shower was hosted in Chicago and my mom and I obviously flew down for the event!
Also, Groupon launched in Boston and I became the community manager. Oh, and also, I became a Mac user. And it’s true what they say, I’ll never go back!
April
Chels and I had our video debut with how2heros. It was so much fun and we’re so happy to have met such an awesome group of people!
May
One of my best friends and my college roommate, Kyle, got engaged! She’s marrying someone who is pretty perfect for her and I’m SO SO excited to be in her wedding and help her get planning- I’m a bridesmaid! The upcoming wedding is going be make 2010 pretty awesome!
And speaking of weddings, we hosted my sister’s wedding shower in Boston. Many of my relatives came to Boston and we had such an amazing weekend.
And yes, Chels designed the prettiest invitations and place-cards for the party. If you need invites or any type of cards designed, she comes highly recommended (seriously, from pretty much everyone who has seen her work!). And I’m not just saying that because I love her!
June
I attended the Craft Beer Fest and discovered tons of new beers! I’ve always been a beer-drinker and have never been into the light, cheap stuff. But ever since meeting Chris, I’ve learned so much about beer.
My sister and Adam were living in New Bedford… While I wish they were right IN Boston, it was still fun to visit them- they lived right at the beach! And we spent one weekend visiting local wineries. Winery visits are definitely something I want to do more of in 2010!
July
My sister and Adam’s bachelorette/bachelor party took place. On a cruise to the Bahamas! I got quite a bit of much-needed sun (OK, maybe a little too much) and had a blast celebrating with the wedding party!
I also became a Gap Brand Ambassador and re-discovered the Gap… Seriously, I hadn’t shopped there since middle school, but their little makeover definitely worked in their favor! Plus, I’m still obsessed with my Born to Blog t-shirt.
Chels and I were also featured in a Boston Herald article about picnics in the city.
And we got our website makeover!! Yes, July was crazy busy!
August
I had my Gap Born to Fit party and everyone got to try Gap’s new 1969 jeans (and take a pair home)!
We also attended the Healthy Living Summit and got to meet some new, awesome bloggers!
September
Obviously the highlight of September was my sister and Adam’s wedding. It was an absolutely amazing week and everything about it was pretty perfect! We have some of the best memories from that weekend.
But I also had a pretty fabulous birthday.
October
October brought an awesome trip to New York City complete with way too many cupcakes and lots of good food.
And a trip to Chicago for Butterball University!
November
November was filled with awesomeness too. First was the Foodbuzz Fest in San Fran!
Then, less than a week later I was off to Hawaii!
And then, it was Thanksgiving. We had a nice low-key one with my parents, Chris, and my neighbors.
In really sad news, my Aunt and Uncle’s dog Cissy passed away. If you’ve been following the blog for a while, you knew Cissy and how sweet she was. I remember when they brought her home from the breeder (I was 11) and have been dog-sitting for her since I was in college. I already miss her tons!!
December
Like Chels said, 2009 was filled with lots of blogger meet-ups and parties with friends.
And, of course, the holidays! Chris and I also celebrated our 1-year anniversary in December. Awww 
It’s been an amazing year and we’re looking forward to lots more fun in 2010!
I am so so excited to see what 2010 brings and have a feeling it’s going to be pretty much awesome! I feel like I’m in such a good place right now as far as my work (I love freelancing!), family (my sister and Adam will be in Boston soon!), friends (I have the best!), and everything. Chels and I have come so far in our blog in the past year and we’re looking forward to celebrating our 2 year anniversary next week!! I can’t even believe it.
Happy New Year to everyone!! Thank you for being our readers and friends and I hope 2010 is absolutely wonderful for all of us
[Sues]
You DID have a fabulous 2009. I want cupcakes after this post. Any, your sister’s wedding and parties look FAB!
Awww, what a great recap of 2009! I’m so glad I got to know you and Chels this year and that we got to meet in person at the HLS. You ladies are such an inspiration! I love your blog and always look forward to the interesting information that you post. Thanks for including the pic of us at the HLS. Meeting the two of you ladies was certainly one of the highlights of that event! I look forward to seeing you next weekend! WOOT! Happy New Year!
Wow, it looks like you guys had a great year! Gap jean party!!?! how fun.
The best part of 2009 was spending it with you. I love you!
Such a good year. I really want to add wineries to my agenda this year too, your post from last year really inspired me to do that, you never think about the fact that Mass has them.
Can’t wait to celebrate with you guys soon!
Looks like such a life changing and fun 2009. All the best for an even better 2010!
what a year!! didn’t know about your involvement with gap and groupon
happy 2010!
Adam and I need to comment on Chris’ comment…. aaawwwwww! We love Chris! Seriously, multiple parts of your blog made me a bit teary eyed. It was an amazing year and I feel like our entire family grew closer through it all. We are soooo excited to be close you guys again…. Happy New Year!
Sues, looks like a great year. Both of you had awesome photos!
Yes, it’s true…2009 was an incredible year, some tough but many happy and incredibly fun times. Thank you, Susie for blogging about all of our adventures. I know it has brought our family closer in more ways than you’ll ever realize. And…the BEST is yet to come …2010 promises to bring even more fun and success to all of us…stay tuned, world!
HAPPY New Year and keep up your wonderful work!!