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 when i was younger, i always felt the pressure to do something really cool and specatcular  on new year's eve. this is rather difficult to accomplish when you're young and living in a city like winnipeg. consequently, new year's eve often seems like a bit of a let-down.  

my friends and i had plans to go to a show last night. however, glacial winter temperatures and uncertainty about getting tickets at the door made staying in seem like a very attractive option. so we rang in 2011 with tacos and a lost marathon. it wasn't glamorous or sparkly, but it was truly wonderful. (mike's spin on jude law's mr. napkin head was definitely a highlight...)

we found the most ghetto 2011 countodwn streaming video from chicago, in which the announcers were counting out loud "4,3,2.." when the numbers "12,11,10" flashed on the screen (?), but it was perfect. because really, i would rather be around people i love than a bunch of strangers any day.
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23 comments:

  1. Kevin BJanuary 1, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Great times! Awesome post Jan.

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  2. RosieJanuary 1, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    AW :) It was a lot of fun! Being with friends on New Years Eve IS the perfect way to spend the evening. Thankyou for helping it to be such a spectacular night to remember.
    Rosie

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  3. CarolineJanuary 1, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    What a great way to spend New Year's Eve. I say simple and low key is always best. I wore heels this Eve and ended up ditching them and opted for monkey slippers ha don't worry I was inside. Can't wait to read more of your posts in the year to come. Your photos are always so wonderful. CHEERS!!!!! Bisous!

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  4. rachelJanuary 1, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    I'm a supporter of new year's eve tacos! I had a similar night with eating burgers & fries with friends. Happy 2011.

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  5. minaJanuary 1, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Happy New Year!

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  6. EmilyJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    That sounds like my type of New Years Eve - friends and comforts!! Happy New Year, janis!!

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  7. AlexandraJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Your blog and photos are absolutely beautiful. I'm blown away! Happy new year :)

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  8. Michelle SchraudnerJanuary 2, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    This looks like such an amazing way to spend new years eve! Glad you had such a lovely time!

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  9. LisaJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    What could be better than being surrounded by your mr napkin/taco headed fella and friends on new year's eve! Happy New Year:) Lisa

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  10. and flowers pick themselvesJanuary 2, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    these are ADORABLE!

    happy 2011!

    xo Alison

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  11. Some Korean Website HighjackerJanuary 3, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    SO AWESOME! love the pita face....even made holes for his glasses. stellar move. perfect kind of night, we tucked in quiet with friends too. way better than a rousing party and getting wasted only to forget everything by the next morning. this looks so swell and memory filled with joy! cheers to a lovely new year. ♥

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  12. Molly CrosbyJanuary 3, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Love your fun photographs!


    www.mollycrosby.blogspot.com

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  13. MandyJanuary 3, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Can you please take pictures at my next party?

    Yours are perfection.

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  14. ...like a rolling stone.January 4, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    love tacos.
    love your dark hair.
    love you jan-ban!

    (when are you coming to the coast for a visit!?)
    xo.

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  15. jennycatharinaJanuary 5, 2011 at 2:22 AM

    happy new year,
    love ur blog!

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  16. Jenna RobertJanuary 5, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    I totally feel ya, this was the first year I decided to take New Years Eve into my own hands and throw a little last minute party for my friends. It was a blast, mostly because it was just friends I know and love. Thanks for stopping by the blog, yours is so great!

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  17. shebaJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    sounds like a perfect night and those tacos look delish! all your photos make me feel warm and fuzzy--the best way to ring in the new year!

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  18. Ann MarieJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    this sounds a bit like my new years...except i planned it to be low-key. we made tacos with two of our dear friends and their new baby. i've never had a happier, calmer new years. new years is always fantastic with loved ones...

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  19. JulieJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    I can't get over that tortilla face!

    A nice evening with friends is a great way to welcome the new year!

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  20. lauren brimleyJanuary 9, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Tacos and Lost sounds like the PERFECT new years!

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  21. Globetrotting GamineJanuary 9, 2011 at 3:41 PM

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    Love me! YAY!
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  22. SteoffreyJanuary 9, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    You do such a good job of capturing good times. You motivate me to be better at it!

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  23. Jenni Austria GermanyJanuary 11, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    i love the napkin head....and a lost marathon? perfect!

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thanks so much for writing! i love hearing from you!

xo

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