January Photo Inspiration

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Nature is waking up and we're starting our new life in a new home so I thought I'd make this post about beginnings.







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  1. Kelly Hashway28 January 2012 at 13:09

    Is it okay if I like the puppy picture the best? Sooo cute!

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  2. Fi28 January 2012 at 13:11

    Of course you can. That's Jess. She's not that little anymore.

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  3. Louise Gallagher28 January 2012 at 13:42

    Those flowers aren't really coming up are they? We're still in the deep of winter and though the weather is somewhat warmish for here -- -3C, it's very brown and frozen! And will be until April.

    Thanks for dropping by my place -- happy Move-in!

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  4. Fi28 January 2012 at 14:03

    The snowdrops photo is from last year but I've seen snowdrops in neighbouring gardens round here already this year.

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  5. shelly28 January 2012 at 14:48

    Babies and puppie are always great.

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  6. Chantel28 January 2012 at 17:17

    New beginnings rock. Two years ago we bought a house off Craig's list. No kidding. Now, after more work and drywall dust than I'd care to remember, it's home. :) (we even got a puppy to go with!)

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