Happy One Year Anniversary to Lucy and The Runaways!

Sunday, April 15, 2012


I have come to my blog's one year birthday today, and I cannot express the amount of gratitude I have for everyone that has helped me along the way.
I decided to hold a picnic for my closest friends so I prepared sandwiches, salmon canopies, fruit cups, toffee strawberries, salmon and dill dip, cheese and crackers. Of course there are more thanks that are needed to be said, but I think I needed to start with my friends. I want to thank Betty of Bettysbites for encouraging me to start my blog and for selling me her precious Nikon D60 to start my first series of blurry photos. I want to thank my boyfriend Hughie, for learning how to work my D60 and for patiently snapping my photos. My best friends - Reeni, Anna, John, Michael - also James and Jessica for their support and love. Also, thank you to John Lor for teaching me how to adjust photo widths and to remove that ugly white border around the images.

I have to also thank Morgan and Blair, PR companies, Fashion and Footwear Houses, Beauty Houses, Jewellery Houses, Online stores, Fashion websites, Guest Photographers and local fellow fashion bloggers.

I clearly remember the day I decided to quit my fashion buying job of 2 years to start 'Lucy and The Runaways'. I had a horrible day at work, but I will never regret the decision because I feel this is where I feel I need to be, right here, right now.

And last but not least, I need to thank my FANS! You are Number 1 and I am so very grateful for the support, comments and love.

xx Natalie


at 11:28 PM
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92 comments :

  1. LenaApril 15, 2012 at 11:33 PM

    Stunning! Love your outfit!

    xx
    http://www.f-scrapbook.blogspot.com

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  2. IzzyApril 15, 2012 at 11:35 PM

    congrats on reaching the one year mark babe :) you truly deserve all the support, followers etc you've received in such a short period of time :) keep up with all the interesting posts and style inspirations!

    metallicpaws.blogspot.com

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  3. ToriApril 15, 2012 at 11:51 PM

    Great photos! Congrats on one year<3
    -Tori
    www.fashiontrendsmore.com

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  4. UnknownApril 15, 2012 at 11:58 PM

    Happy anniversary to your blog, lovely pictures, looks like so much fun!
    www.styleisalwaysfashionable.blogspot.com

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  5. amie kApril 16, 2012 at 12:00 AM

    congratulations on this amazing milestone :) Love your blog x

    Much love Amie xx

    www.creditcrunchchic.blogspot.com

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  6. Laura-xoApril 16, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    Happy blog birthday :)
    Your dress is simply stunning :)

    Laura xoxo

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  7. MelitaApril 16, 2012 at 12:43 AM

    You look so lovley :D

    I follow you back!!

    xoxo
    http://shopaholichousewife.blogspot.de/

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  8. penaudApril 16, 2012 at 1:12 AM

    mmm, so delicious post!
    penaud.blogspot.com :)

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  9. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 1:19 AM

    amazing! I thought "yummy" and "wow" at the same time :).
    i love your post!!

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    http://thetraveleater.com

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  10. Selvaggia CapizziApril 16, 2012 at 1:20 AM

    Happy blogversary!! You look fab!!

    Don't Call Me Fashion Blogger
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  11. christinaApril 16, 2012 at 1:26 AM

    Happy blog anniversary!!
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  12. Couture CarrieApril 16, 2012 at 1:54 AM

    Happy Blogiversary, darling!
    Beautiful post!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  13. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 1:55 AM

    Hey dear!!!!!!!
    I've created a new blog dear!!!!!!!I want you to follow me there, I'll follow you ofc now!
    xx

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  14. Heather CavanaughApril 16, 2012 at 1:55 AM

    Happy Blog Anniversary!!! I love your dress and your photos! Makes me want to go for a bike ride and a picnic.

    http://fashionistanygirl.blogspot.com/

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  15. NieszkaApril 16, 2012 at 2:15 AM

    congrats on the 1 yr anniversary of your blog! I love your bike. So much yummy food...

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  16. Stefania B.April 16, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    happy anniversary¡ beautiful photos!

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  17. Stilettos DiaryApril 16, 2012 at 2:29 AM

    congrats..
    u look lovely
    megha
    http://meghafashionista.blogspot.com

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  18. Mónica Villar April 16, 2012 at 2:42 AM

    Happy blog anniversarie !! :) You look beautiful in all the pics

    I invite you to the most fashion event in Vigo


    http://fashionroomlounge.blogspot.com

    A chic kiss ;)

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  19. A girl named NydiaApril 16, 2012 at 2:42 AM

    Such an adorable outfit, you look so cute on these photos! Your bike is awesome =D

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  20. John B. MarineApril 16, 2012 at 2:43 AM

    One year of "Lucy and the Runaways?" Happy anniversary, Natalie! I enjoyed reading this blog when you found my own. Your dress is lovely, and those cowboy-like booties are a nice touch to go with the dress. Again- happy anniversary!

    johnbmarine.blogspot.com

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  21. The DragonfruitApril 16, 2012 at 3:17 AM

    Congrats on the one year milestone! You've come a long way and you deserve it :)
    What a fun way to celebrate too. That picnic looks delicious, and I love what you wore. The florals at the dress's hem is perfect and so are the desert boots <3

    Trendy Teal

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  22. ElisabethApril 16, 2012 at 3:33 AM

    Happy anniversary! It felt like home to see Rekorderlig cider on the other side of the world :)

    xxx
    E from Helsinki
    http://dragonflyelisabeth.blogspot.com/

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  23. LauraApril 16, 2012 at 4:12 AM

    Happy birthday :) I love your dress and just got the taste for strawberries :D

    http://laura-styling.blogspot.com/

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  24. CaramellaApril 16, 2012 at 4:16 AM

    Yummy, all that food is making me hungry! You are very cute! I see that my daughter hungrycaramella.blogspot.com is also following you. I am following you too.

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  25. Deliciously YoursApril 16, 2012 at 5:24 AM

    Yay! Happy one year!

    I acidentally let my one year blog anniversary come and go unnoticed. Opps!

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  26. YajairaApril 16, 2012 at 5:35 AM

    pretty floral dress
    thanks for the comment on my page blog, hope you follow

    yajairasfashionnotes.blogspot.com

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  27. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 5:45 AM

    great photos!^^

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  28. el_martinaApril 16, 2012 at 5:59 AM

    yummy food and I love your dress!

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  29. RachaelApril 16, 2012 at 6:19 AM

    Thanks for following. Great blog by the way, you've really made me want to get my dip dye further up.Rx

    http://sandersonsmithstory.blogspot.co.uk

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  30. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    congrats! you have an amazing blog!

    2fashionfed.blogspot.com

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  31. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

    It's been great to see your blog grow, right from when you posted that comment on mine. I clicked on the link to your blog and was immediately hooked. Looking forward to another year (or six) of Lucy and the Runaways! x

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  32. The Melting PotApril 16, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Thank you so much for following me! These are beautiful photos. Makes me happy.
    I'm following you back!

    themeltingpotofstuff.blogspot.com

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  33. lisa signoriniApril 16, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    happy b-day to your blog!
    you look so lovely like your blog!
    visit my blog and if you want we can follow each other via GFC!
    have a great Sunday!
    www.thecurlylady.blogspot.com

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  34. Amazingly Beautiful by Isa MalagoApril 16, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    Lovely pictures and I love your hair. You are gorgeous :)

    Follow me :)
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    xox,
    Isa

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  35. CRISTINA Y SUSANAApril 16, 2012 at 7:17 AM

    qué fotos tan bonitas!!

    misschampfleury.blogspot.com

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  36. kathyApril 16, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    yay happy one year!
    all the food looks amazing and i'm loving your outfit :)
    hope your blog continues to be amazing and inspiring
    xxx

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  37. KTApril 16, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    Happy Bloggy Birthday! You had quite a spread for your party! I'm glad you stopped by my blog! I hope you will come back :)

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  38. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    Happy blog birthday!! I adore your blog and excited to be a new follower!

    xo, Jessica
    Fanciful

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  39. amandaApril 16, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    i am suddenly incredibly hungry after looking at this...and you've got a sweet bike!

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  40. SarahApril 16, 2012 at 12:43 PM

    Happy One Year anniversary!! x

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  41. Mary AnnApril 16, 2012 at 2:51 PM

    Mmm, that strawberry lime cider looks delicious!! ;-)

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  42. SadaApril 16, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! What an amazing landmark!! You are an inspiration. Love the photos (as always) and love that you had so much help from friends to encourage and support you. Here's to another year of great success & joy!! All the best!!!
    xo
    Sada

    Dressology HQ

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  43. JuneliApril 16, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    Congratulations on your 1 yr anniversary!! It is an amazing blog and truly deserves all the praise! Looks like you guys had loads of fun!

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  44. KBAlifeApril 16, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    lovely outfit :) sweet bike :)

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  45. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 7:05 PM

    What gorgeous pictures! Happy birthday :)

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  46. rachelApril 16, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    happy blog birthday! it's amazing how far you've come in just one short year, congratulations lovely <3

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  47. Style SearchApril 16, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    Congratulations! I am now following your blog!

    http://thehandbagconcept.blogspot.com/

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  48. la vie quotidienneApril 16, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    Congrats dear! you're amazing!!
    Great pics, so lovely and sweet!

    xoxo from München
    La Vie Quotidienne
    www.laviequo.com

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  49. Rosalinda TjioeApril 16, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    You look stunning! Gorgeous shots, all the foods made me hungry! X

    http://rosalindatj.blogspot.com

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  50. Sick by TrendApril 16, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    OMG!!!! this is awesome :D love the food, the location, your dress.. :)

    xx

    www.sickbytrend.com

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  51. Aleksa MarićApril 16, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    Great post, lovely photos!

    http://style-trigger.blogspot.com/

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  52. Prisla BuahApril 16, 2012 at 9:12 PM

    Congratulations on your year anniversary
    ps:Join Giveaway http://fashberries.blogspot.com/2012/04/day-to-night-with-vedette-giveaway.html

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  53. MicaApril 16, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    Congratulations on your blogaversary! :)

    Love that you threw a picnic to celebrate! :)

    AwayFromTheBlue.blogspot.com.au

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  54. DianaApril 16, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    I love the picture of you on the bike :)

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  55. Mara FelixApril 16, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    Hello Natalie! Just wanted to say thank you for the follow.. It means so much to me :) I am a big fan of you and your blog!! Congratulations on your anniversary and more power to yaaa!! Stay lovely :)

    Kisses! xxx

    ilikeyourears.blogspot.com

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  56. TheTinyHeartApril 16, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Congrats on the 1 year mark! That floral print dress is so pretty on you! Your picnic looks like it was a lot of fun :) I'm following you back now!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  57. DomilivsApril 16, 2012 at 11:23 PM

    great blog! I follow you, please follow me back :) http://shocostyle.blogspot.com/

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  58. BonnieApril 17, 2012 at 12:14 AM

    Happy anniversary! I can't believe it has been a year. Time flies, doesn't it? :)

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  59. just meApril 17, 2012 at 12:32 AM

    happy blog birthday :))) it's an amazing place...follow

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  60. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    Such a pretty dress and your hair is gorgeous! The food looks amazing. Now following.

    http://everydayrachel21.blogspot.com/

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  61. PaolaApril 17, 2012 at 1:14 AM

    Happy birthday and thank you for your lovely comment on my blog!

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  62. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 1:15 AM

    mmm! making me hungry with all that food. You look great - love the dress
    Following, and looking forward to future posts. ALSO! I'm hosting a giveaway on my blog so click this link for details! http://tiny.cc/lilithcontest
    xo
    Lilithfashion.blogspot.com

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  63. EmilyApril 17, 2012 at 1:33 AM

    Love your outfit and the bike pictures!
    Creamy

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  64. ValentinaApril 17, 2012 at 1:36 AM

    Happy birthday :) really nice photos!
    xoxo

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  65. CourtneyApril 17, 2012 at 1:43 AM

    love the dress..and that bike is so cute! happy 1 year! :)

    http://www.gypsiesinheels.com

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  66. ShybikerApril 17, 2012 at 2:01 AM

    Yay! Happy Blog Birthday!

    You deserve your success -- your blog is one of the best around.

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  67. franApril 17, 2012 at 2:06 AM

    thanks for your comment.
    lot of kisses
    fran

    showroomdegarde.blogspot.com

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  68. CarlottaApril 17, 2012 at 4:00 AM

    Followin' you back!

    Good luck! xxx

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  69. Mary ♡ FashionbirdsApril 17, 2012 at 4:38 AM

    Happy anniversary to you and your beautiful blog! I can only return the compliment, you're beautiful and you've got a great aesthetic sense!

    Love, Mary ♡ Fashionbirds

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  70. Mary ♡ FashionbirdsApril 17, 2012 at 4:39 AM

    Happy anniversary to you and your amazing blog! I can only return the compliment, you're beautiful and you've got a great aesthetic sense!

    Love, Mary ♡ Fashionbirds

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  71. Juan PardoApril 17, 2012 at 5:22 AM

    Genial blog.Me ha encantado tu originalidad y creatividad.Te sigo.Te invito a seguir mi blog.Saludos poéticos.

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  72. KatieApril 17, 2012 at 6:12 AM

    congratulations on one year! what beautiful photos and such a beautiful picnic!! I wish I could've attended!! :)

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  73. YolandaApril 17, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    Thanks for your comment in my blog. This photos are so cute ;)

    XoXo

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  74. MayLoveFashionApril 17, 2012 at 6:15 AM

    Love the first photo!!! Thanks for your comment on my blog!

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  75. Bad JoanApril 17, 2012 at 6:20 AM

    Congrats on your 1 year! Love this post, the food looks incredible!

    GTBB,
    Bad Joan
    http://badjoan.blogspot.com

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  76. Tara IndiaApril 17, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    Congratulations on the 1-year anniversary! I love all the photos, and that dress is gorgeous on you. Thankyou so much for commenting and following (: xox

    http://myobsessiondujour.blogspot.co.uk/

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  77. becksApril 17, 2012 at 7:11 AM

    congrats! amazing pictures!

    www.beckspick.com

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  78. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Thank you for following me Natalie!
    love your blog too! i will definitely follow you too!

    Btw, congratulation for one year anniversary to Lucy&the Runaways!
    I am so happy for you :)

    Your picnic looks so much fun!
    Pinkbow Icecream

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  79. AnonymousApril 17, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    Great blog, natalie!
    i so love your ombre hair.

    Followed you back. :)

    theblissfulescape.blogspot.com

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  80. Sonali KhoslaApril 17, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    Beautiful pictures!!


    Chicfullyyours.blogspot.com

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  81. Audrey BApril 17, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Congrats on your blog anniversary! Wishing you many more years of blogging happiness! x www.casualglamorous.com

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  82. Becca.April 17, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    happy blog birthday!!!! :)
    xxxx


    thanks for the comment on my blog,
    XOXO, BECCA
    http://www.fashion-train.co.uk

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  83. Bravoe RunwayApril 17, 2012 at 10:39 AM

    Congratulations on your one year blogoversary Natalie! I am so pleased to have had the chance to meet you and to read your posts. I had no idea that you once were in merchandising and quit! All the best to you as you continue to blog :)

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  84. Oh to Be a MuseApril 17, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    Congrats on your blog anniversary! It's so funny because I just got a bike, and I was thinking about including it in an outfit post some time soon now that the weather is nice.

    Gorgeous pictures! :)

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  85. Mrs. PancakesApril 17, 2012 at 11:36 AM

    thanks for your lovely comment...love your blog..happy anniversary!

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  86. SteviaApril 17, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    congratulations!!!
    happy bday to Lucy and The Runaways
    wishing many more beautiful posts ahead :)

    <3
    The Sweetest Escape 

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  87. LisaApril 17, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    Congrats on the one year! Your blog is so lovely, thanks for visiting my page. I'm your newest follower!

    -Lisa
    The Lovely Memoir

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  88. Mrs D.April 17, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    Oh well, congratulations!
    The food you prepared looked so yummy and you are looking great in that outfit! I'm so happy for you :)

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  89. fox hunterApril 18, 2012 at 2:19 AM

    Everything looks so yummie and I love ur bike! x

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  90. AnnaApril 18, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    Love your dress!!
    Check my blog if you like follow me.
    kisses

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  91. BlogApril 18, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Top Shop is the best. Lovely dress.

    Instagram: coco_dove

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  92. BlogApril 18, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Top Shop is the best. Lovely dress.

    Instagram: coco_dove

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Thank you all for your comments, I appreciate the support!
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x Natalie

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