Tuesday, December 29, 2009

2009 Award Ceremony

It's time to highlight blog posts & photos from this year.
These awards rival an Emmy or a Dundie Award and are accepted with much pride at the Kartchner home.
Acceptance speeches will be cut short and everyone reading is invited to the after party.

The award for the most sneaky & the best button-thrower-all-over-my-office goes to...


Since I've won this award in previous years... I announce with much pride...
the most dramatic performance goes to this cute little runt.

Collin always teases me for saying, "laugh" when I take his photo so...
The best fake laugh goes to Mr. Kartchner himself...


Collin will be disappointed that he didn't win this award... the best kiss of the year...


The best lawn...


The cheesiest & gummy grin goes to...


The best location for an FHE treat and the best 4 quarters spent all year...


Award for stellar self-timer shots...
Having 10 seconds to run and jump into a window definitely deserves an award.
Golfing on Collin's birthday is a close second for a self-timer winner because this was such a fun day!!


Best purchase of the year...




The award for the Best day to be named Liz...

The award for "why are the kids so quiet? What are they up to?" Goes to this memorable moment...
Here's to another exciting year...
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53 comments:

  1. Lisa LewDecember 29, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    greatness:)

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  2. ClaudiaDecember 29, 2009 at 3:03 PM

    I love this - immediate inspiration to do "a loom back ..." based on your headliners as a yearly mini album. Thanks in every way for your incredible inspirations & Prost to 2010 and may it bring more blessings than 2009 (was a tough one on my end).

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  3. JamieDecember 29, 2009 at 3:06 PM

    Oh, I love this so much!!! You have the most beautiful family ever!!! Happy New Year!!!!

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  4. reenDecember 29, 2009 at 3:07 PM

    Awesome!!! Truly award winning photos, and moments!
    I also wanted to tell you I got your book, 2 actually, one for me and one for my son's GF. We BOTH love it.

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  5. BethDecember 29, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    What a cute idea, I think I am going to do the same on my blog. Have a Happy New Year!

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  6. Sara AncichDecember 29, 2009 at 3:50 PM

    I have enjoyed every stinkin' minute of your blog this year. LOVED it.

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  7. WendyDecember 29, 2009 at 3:53 PM

    I love your blog and reading about/seeing your family.

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  8. JudyDecember 29, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    Thanks for me making me laugh (especially Miss A with the mascara and Miss Q at the piano). Gonna go thru my photos now and look to see if any will be worthy of any awards.
    Happy New Year to you and the family...would love a copy of your book but haven't been able to find it here in Oz.

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  9. SarahDecember 29, 2009 at 4:46 PM

    That's an awesome post. Great photos!

    Have a happy new year!!!

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  10. JocelynDecember 29, 2009 at 4:46 PM

    I love reading your blog and this is a fabulous idea...mind if I borrow it???

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  11. JenDecember 29, 2009 at 5:15 PM

    Love it , love it - OH I just love every minute of it - especially that you jumped into that window in those heels and you look fantabulous! No Really, how'd ya do it! Amazing stuff! You don't know me - I blog stock you! Oh but I did meet you at the Mom's Who Make it Conference - actually i interviewed you for Daria of Boutique Cafe - OH SAY that you remember! PLEAZ!

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  12. my paper love studioDecember 29, 2009 at 6:56 PM

    wow... just love all the photos and hope it's ok to borrow this idea!!! and wow - love those flowers :)

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  13. JaimieDecember 29, 2009 at 7:24 PM

    I love these photos and I love that you use the self timer. That has really inspired me to try to get more pictures of the 3 of us/2 of us in awesome places! : ) Also, applause to you for saying Dundies. NICE!

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  14. HeatherDecember 29, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    This is a great post! I love it! Especially the mascara picture...you know you have to worry when they're quiet, but sometimes the mess is totally worth those few moments of peace.

    Happy New Year, Liz!

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  15. KeshetDecember 29, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    Love this post! The one of Avery on your scrapbook desk is absolutely priceless!
    PS--I've been reading your blog but this is my first time commenting:)

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  16. LynnDecember 29, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    I love this amazing idea!! It's so inspiring and your photos are soooooooo lovely!! What an amazing post!

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  17. KellyL.December 29, 2009 at 9:39 PM

    I enjoy your blog very much.. this post was priceless! Great pics-

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  18. clippergirlDecember 29, 2009 at 9:41 PM

    What a fun post! Absolutely awesome pics and what a cool way to display them. Fun, fun, FUN!!!

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  19. Mary and RyanDecember 29, 2009 at 9:43 PM

    I LOVE this post! Every single picture should win an award for sure! Love you!

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  20. doniDecember 29, 2009 at 10:20 PM

    What fun!

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  21. TiffanyDecember 29, 2009 at 10:24 PM

    Hehe! This made me giggle! Loved this post. Hoping 2010 is just as awesome for the Kartchner fam!

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  22. WinterDecember 29, 2009 at 11:06 PM

    What fun awards! I tell my kids to laugh when I take their pics too! :) Beautiful family!

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  23. Shemaine SmithDecember 29, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    Awesome post! I'm going thru photos as we speak for my Years best...post. You always inspire me and your blog music ROCKS! I steal DH's laptop just to have your blog on and scrap to it often so thanks for the great tunes!

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  24. camilleDecember 30, 2009 at 12:29 AM

    That was fun I did not want it to stop.
    My best pics were taken by you and Collin.
    Thanks for capturing great pics love Ya

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  25. JaneDecember 30, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    BRILLIANT!!

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  26. essieDecember 30, 2009 at 2:34 AM

    WHAT i would give to have my hubby be somewhere stationed in the US (instead of Germany) today so i could call you and set up a photo shoot....
    *sigh*
    maybe one day my teeny little dream will come true!
    until then, happy new year, happy photo snapping, happy family living!
    thank you for sharing your talents
    :o)

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  27. SarahDecember 30, 2009 at 4:26 AM

    This was so cute- TFS! Gives me an idea for one of the million mini albums I have laying around that are naked right now! :) Happy New Year!

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  28. AlikymDecember 30, 2009 at 5:10 AM

    Too, too gorgeous! Photos and moments that inspire and make me smile. TFS. Happy 2010!

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  29. Nicole ReneeDecember 30, 2009 at 7:21 AM

    Loved these moments, can't wait to see what happens next. " )

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  30. Holly SDecember 30, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    Absolutely wonderful!! Great shots and perfect categories! Enjoyed them!

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  31. kreativeimaginationDecember 30, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    Lovely family pics. It always has been a pleasure to read your blog. Wishing you a very Happy New Year!

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  32. JoyceDecember 30, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    How fun! Ya know, if you buy a remote for your camera you won't have to run and jump into window frames! I got a remote for Christmas & I'm so excited to try it out.

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  33. CollinDecember 30, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    Wow...I don't know what to say. I have so many people to thank. First, I'd like to thank my razor blade for going dull so i couldn't shave before this photo. Second, I'd like to thanks the wonderful Rhoad family for making cinnamon rolls i eat way too frequently that go straight to my fat cheeks. Lastly, I'd like to thank Captain Kangaroo for giving me the courage to grow my hair out to an extremely ugly look.

    Is there an after party?

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  34. AubreyDecember 30, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    this is supah adorable. I might have to snag this idea for inspiration!!! And I am looking at the self timer in new ways now. Thanks!

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  35. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    fantastic!
    All of them are great but I just love the self timer shots. those 10 seconds can be so tricky!
    You guys have to get a remote!

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  36. jendcnguyenDecember 30, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    Absolutely awesome & fun!! Great look back over the year! =)

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  37. Nancy WyattDecember 30, 2009 at 2:16 PM

    OMG! That was so much fun to see and read! You are so creative! Hugs to you all from Conroe, TX!

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  38. LaceyDecember 30, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    Love it!

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  39. AshleyDecember 30, 2009 at 2:52 PM

    What is the paint color that you used in the first photo (office photo)? I would LOVE to paint my bathroom or bedroom in that color!! It is SO cute, just like your kids! Thanks! :)

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  40. Tammy MoralesDecember 30, 2009 at 3:38 PM

    Liz, I found your blog only this year and have truly loved following along. Thanks for all the inspiration during 2009 and I look forward to all the moments in 2010.

    Thanks for sharing this fabulous "Best" series. Mind if I use this concept too?

    Here's to you and your family...

    Cheers!

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  41. UnknownDecember 30, 2009 at 6:07 PM

    Love the "award" winning posts/pictures!!!!

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  42. Jeanne OliverDecember 30, 2009 at 7:11 PM

    Great post! I really love the fake laugh:-)

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  43. ScrapamumDecember 30, 2009 at 8:14 PM

    That was an utterly fantastic post! So fun and cute!

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  44. AnonymousDecember 30, 2009 at 9:56 PM

    These are so amazing -- great idea!

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  45. Jessica and JimDecember 30, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    I SOOOOOO just copied you!! I hope that's OK. You know what they say though, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery! Thanks for the spectacular idea!!

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  46. CherieDecember 31, 2009 at 12:46 AM

    And the award for the best blog ever goes to you! Thanks for all the inspiration!!!

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  47. elizabeth kartchnerDecember 31, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    Thanks everyone SOOOOO much for your comments! This has been such a fun year! Happy New Year everyone :)

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  48. AJDecember 31, 2009 at 9:09 AM

    You and your family are so precious. I wish I lived close by...it would be so fun just to spend a day with yall.

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  49. AnonymousDecember 31, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    You have a beautiful life and are such a beautiful person. Best wishes to you for the new year!

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  50. YanelyJanuary 1, 2010 at 8:41 PM

    Love the pictures!!! Such a great idea :)

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  51. MariJanuary 1, 2010 at 10:10 PM

    Dear Lizzy, thank you for your gorgeous ideas, thank you for sharing that positive view of life with all of us, for your imagination and creativity, thank you for helping me creating new memories to share with my daughter. Enjoy your babies every moment, time goes by sooo soon (my only baby girl is now 18!) Happy New Year, the best for you and your family, may God Bless you, today and always.

    Mari

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  52. HaberdawomanJanuary 2, 2010 at 7:34 PM

    Awesome post!!!
    Here's to another great year!

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  53. ValerieJanuary 14, 2010 at 10:51 AM

    Totally awesome post with beautiful photography!

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