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Tag: New Years

2013 in Review

by Linda Nguyen on December 30, 2013May 27, 2014 in Lists, Memories

It was a monumental year. I turned the dreaded Thirty, ended a long term relationship, fell in love with Paris, and faced tiny and giant fears. January I rang in… [Continue Reading]

We’re Not Boring. We’re Aging.

by Linda Nguyen on January 9, 2013January 9, 2013 in pursuit of happiness

Since October, I’ve had a few conversations with close girlfriends about a shift in our social interests. I noticed nights out are comparatively tamer than they have been two years… [Continue Reading]

2012 in Review

by Linda Nguyen on December 31, 2012April 13, 2016 in Diary

2012 was the best year I’ve had. I climbed out of my rut, maintained my dearest friendships, explored more bits of North America, and incorporated more sparkles into my wardrobe…. [Continue Reading]

Friday 7 Quick Takes (vol 117)

by Linda Nguyen on December 28, 2012March 18, 2015 in Diary

1. Last week of the month (year!) so it’s no topic week on Totes Awesome Channel. Youtube Link 2. Current Reads: Cesar’s Way by Cesar’s Way Insurgent by Veronica Roth… [Continue Reading]

Throw Your Dreams Into Space Like a Kite

by Linda Nguyen on December 27, 2012December 27, 2012 in pursuit of happiness

“Throw your dreams into space like a kite, and you do not know what it will bring back, a new life, a new friend, a new love, a new country.”… [Continue Reading]

5th Annual New Year’s Balloon Release

by Linda Nguyen on January 11, 2012April 13, 2016 in Diary

Want to read more on this tradition? 4th Year Photos and Quotes 3rd Year Photos and Explanation of Tradition For more Wordless Wednesdays from others, click here.

Hello, 2012!

by Linda Nguyen on January 2, 2012March 18, 2015 in Diary

The Host with the Host’s Cup I had a great time at a friend’s New Year’s Eve party. He really outdid himself with the set up. The sweet view of… [Continue Reading]

2011 in Review

by Linda Nguyen on December 29, 2011March 18, 2015 in Diary

I’ve posted yearly recaps since 2008. I’m a stickler for tradition so here’s my recap for 2011. Previous years: 2008, 2009, 2010 I had a good year. Note: All links… [Continue Reading]

2010 Resolutions Final Progress Report

by Linda Nguyen on January 4, 2011February 12, 2016 in Resolutions / Goal Tracking

photo credit Although I’ve failed several of my resolutions, I’m still much better off for attempting than had I not made these goals at all. For instance, I wanted to… [Continue Reading]

Happy New Year’s Eve!

by Linda Nguyen on December 31, 2010January 2, 2011 in Uncategorized

It’s 6 PM. My curls will fall out and my hair will be pin straight again in about 20 minutes. Happy New Year’s Eve! Be safe tonight :)

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Linda Nguyen is a Texas Native who recently moved to North Carolina. She’s a blogger and photographer and loves eating noodles. This is her personal blog. She also writes a food blog.

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