today is your birthday

today my blog is 3 years old. i can't believe it. i feel like this baby has been with me forever -and that you have too. thank you for supporting me through reading and commenting!

i wonder how my life would be without this little blog of mine. silly, i know... but all i know is that i have made wonderful friends, taught zillions of classes and created beautiful projects because of you. so... thank you.

as a weird sort of birthday thank you, leave a comment {by tues at midnight} below to win my 2010 food desk calendar. i'll pick 5 of you -so already, your odds are up! happy sunday!

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141 comments:

  1. JonaleeJanuary 10, 2010 at 4:54 PM

    Happy Blog Birthday! Thanks for sharing your wonderful gifts with us! (and I need a new calendar=)

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  2. Royal IcingJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:05 PM

    Three years already, Congratulations! Here is to many more years of beautiful images and inspiring things.

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  3. Life On LaurelJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    Happy Blog Birthday! Thank you for taking the time to put up consistently great content!!

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  4. Kaela CusackJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:12 PM

    all I can say is yummmm!!! I'd love to have this in my kitchen :) Happy Birthday!

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  5. LynetteJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:19 PM

    I would love having this! Thanks for the giveaway :)Happy Blog Birthday!

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  6. MarileeJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:21 PM

    You've passed the terrible two's! haha...One of my boy's is currently a terrible two so all the beautiful food on your calendar looks so wonderful and "grown up"!
    Happy Birthday! I'm glad your blog was born.

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  7. JanssenJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:22 PM

    Happy Birthday. I always love looking at your photographs. These food ones make me hungry!

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  8. Jackie NorrisJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:29 PM

    Happy Blog Birthday! Keep it up, it's beautiful!

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  9. off switchJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:30 PM

    happy 3rd blog birthday nicole! :)

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  10. themisswhitJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:32 PM

    thank you for sharing all of your creativeness with us! I know you inspire thousands of people all over the world with your wonderful blog!!! THANKS! :) Happy Birthday!

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  11. UnknownJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:34 PM

    happy birthday little sussy! love your creative posts and shopping finds!

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  12. AmyJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:35 PM

    Happy blog birthday! How exciting!

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  13. amylouwhosewsJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:39 PM

    Happy Blogbirthday! I love your blog, photos, food and a nice desk calendar. Thanks for offering such a nice gift!

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  14. ThaoJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:42 PM

    Eee! Happy blog birthday! You're such a big inspiration--thank you!

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  15. UnknownJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:42 PM

    Happy Birthday Blog! Very excited for another year!

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  16. lynninloveJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:46 PM

    Happy Birthday, A Little Sussy!!
    Your calendar looks absolutely delicious!!!

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  17. MandiScandalJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:48 PM

    happy happy birthday sussy dear, happy days will come to you all year! if i had one wish than it would be... that as one of the winners youll pick me!


    happy blog birthday sussy! i don't know if this is cheating but i just came across your blog a week or two ago... but i love it already if that counts?

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  18. AngelaJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:54 PM

    Congrats on your birthday. Thanks for your blog because it has been fun to read. And I can't wait for your new books to come out. When will they ship? So, excited. thanks again

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  19. JamieJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:55 PM

    Congratulations on three great years.

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  20. ArielJanuary 10, 2010 at 5:56 PM

    The BIG 3...congrats and happy happy!!

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  21. MegsJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:03 PM

    I love your blog and actually just signed up for your photo class!! I have been reading forever but I rarely comment. Sorry, I love comments on my blog but don't really know what to say.

    I have started reading your sister Natalie's blog as well and it is so fun to hear what she is doing in NYC since my parents live there as well.

    Fun give away.

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  22. ChelleseJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:11 PM

    Happy Birthday and MANY more.

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  23. JoannaJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    Happy Bloggy Birthday! :)

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  24. sashaJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:19 PM

    goodness, i can't believe it's been 3 years already!

    happy birthday, bloggy!

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  25. Lou@weheartbooksJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:19 PM

    A very happy birthday wish to you. I adore your blog and am awestruck by your talent and creativity.

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  26. EmilyJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:24 PM

    happy birthday little sussy!!!

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  27. ShanicherieJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:30 PM

    Happy bday sussy! love your blog and your sisters!

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  28. Diana HulmeJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:30 PM

    congrats!

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  29. Jessica ReevesJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:31 PM

    I can't imagine life without your blog either! I love it!!

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  30. kateJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:36 PM

    happy birthday beautiful blog!!

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  31. dandeeJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:40 PM

    Happy Blog Birthday! I'd love your pretty calendar.

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  32. EricaJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:42 PM

    happy, happy blog birthday! 3 years, wahoo!

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  33. KathrinJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:42 PM

    Happy blog birthday! Thanks for bringing a little sunshine to my days.

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  34. southern dazeJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:42 PM

    Happy blogging birthday! Your pictures always make me smile :-)

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  35. KristineJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:45 PM

    happy third! your blog is one of you favorites! so thanks for blogging!

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  36. KaraJanuary 10, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    Happy blog birthday. I've been reading and I've taken some classes. So thanks for sharing your talents.

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  37. abbyJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:04 PM

    happy birthday als!

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  38. smilen1004January 10, 2010 at 7:06 PM

    happy blogaversary :)

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  39. CassidyJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:16 PM

    Yahooo Happy Birthday to the blog... Your blog is addicting! I swear one day I will win a give-away.

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  40. sheenaJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:22 PM

    happy blog day!

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  41. KaylenJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:24 PM

    Wheee! Happy birthday! I love those foodie pictures. They would definitely motivate me to cook delicious food more often :)

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  42. marypJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:30 PM

    Happy Blog Birthday! The calendar looks lovely - I would love to win! Glad I've been able to share some of your 2nd year with you :o)

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  43. brittney perryJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    happy birthday!

    I will celebrate your birthday with a comment and one of the cupcakes sitting on my desk.

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  44. AmyJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:44 PM

    Happy Blog day to you! I'm in dire need of such a beautiful calender!

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  45. KKJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    Thanks for sharing all your fun shoots on this blog and a bigger thanks for inspiring all of us!

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  46. kelly : pinetothepacificJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:54 PM

    yay for the blog birthday! and what a great giveaway - gorgeous calendar.

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  47. jessica | destined to designJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:55 PM

    happy {blog} birthday! love this calendar & there is nothing i love more than some great food photography to look at everyday. ;)

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  48. Nicole FloresJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:59 PM

    Happy blog bday! The calendar looks gorgeous!

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  49. camieJanuary 10, 2010 at 7:59 PM

    pretty...

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  50. LisetteJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:03 PM

    i love your work and desk calendars, what a beautiful pairing.

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  51. BrookeJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:16 PM

    that cake looks yummy, especially to my pregnant belly! I hope I win :)

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  52. JessJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:16 PM

    Wow 3 years! I seriously could not be happier that I took your class and I love your blog too!

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  53. HeatherJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:23 PM

    Congrats on 3 years! I'm glad I found you. Your images are amazing and your classes have made me a better photographer. Happy, Happy, Birthday!

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  54. LeslieJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:26 PM

    happy blog birthday! i'm glad i found your blog and was able to take your photo 101 class. i learned so much!

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  55. GraceJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:33 PM

    Happy Blogging Birthday! I really enjoy your blog and that calendar is gorgeous!

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  56. A Sunday Kind Of LoveJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:43 PM

    Happy Blog Birthday! I do need a new calendar :)

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  57. FaithJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:44 PM

    Congratulations! I love reading your blog and taking your classes.

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  58. Sara D. ElliottJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:50 PM

    Happy 3rd Birthday Nicole!!!

    As always, I enjoy your work. Fresh and crisp.

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  59. Erin MasiJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    Happy Birthday! Just love your blog!

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  60. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    Happy happy birthday!
    It's been a pleasure discovering your blog this year and following along with the posts. Thanks for doing what you do!
    And here's to another year of great photos, capture memories, and beautiful calendars!

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  61. joyceJanuary 10, 2010 at 9:01 PM

    I'm glad my cousin forwarded me your blog. It was then I knew about your SF classes. Happy 3rd Blogiversary!!

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  62. NancyJanuary 10, 2010 at 9:05 PM

    Happy Birthday! Maybe looking at food instead of eating it will help with my diet...

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  63. Mama ThorJanuary 10, 2010 at 9:09 PM

    Counting the days until I win!! Could count them better with a lovely calendar...

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  64. ottspotJanuary 10, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    Thanks for sharing your photography!

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  65. lbcJanuary 10, 2010 at 9:31 PM

    happy blog bday! congrats on your ongoing success :)

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  66. LisaJanuary 10, 2010 at 9:36 PM

    Happy Happy! A Little Sussy was one of the first blogs I started reading and now I'm addicted. So thanks, I guess :)

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  67. BonnieJanuary 10, 2010 at 9:56 PM

    Happy Happy Birthday, Blog dear.

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  68. missyJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    I'm so excited for you! Your blog has reached out to so many people, way to be inspiring :)

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  69. MadelineJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:02 PM

    Yes please! I wish I'd found your blog three years ago...sigh...

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  70. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:04 PM

    I love reading your little sussies and check your blog every day! Thanks for all your amazing work! Happy B-day blog!

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  71. LaurenJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:12 PM

    I follow many blogs, but I read yours most by far. Everything you post is beautiful and inspiring - thank you for all the time you've put into it!

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  72. SereiaJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:32 PM

    Happy third birthday to your blog. I am inspired by you. Thanks for sharing your talents.

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  73. KylieJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:42 PM

    Happy Third Birthday! I would love to have a desk calendar!

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  74. BreeJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:45 PM

    Threes a charm! Would love to win this beautiful calendar.

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  75. BrookeJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:56 PM

    happy happy birthday! hope that calendar is coming my way! love the blog as always!

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  76. EmilyJanuary 10, 2010 at 10:57 PM

    happy birthday! i sure love to see what you're going to post every day.

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  77. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2010 at 11:02 PM

    happy blog birthday! and you're giving US gifts! : )

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  78. NicoleJanuary 10, 2010 at 11:03 PM

    Happy Birthday blog! You were actually the very first blog I read as I was introduced to the blogging world. Many happy more! :)

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  79. EgleJanuary 10, 2010 at 11:11 PM

    Happy B-Day to your fabulous blog! And thank YOU for inspiration :)

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  80. torriJanuary 10, 2010 at 11:29 PM

    Happy Birthday Little Sussy! :)
    I'm glad I discovered this blog, thanks for all the photo inspiration!

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  81. BreenuhJanuary 10, 2010 at 11:44 PM

    Congratulations! Three years is very impressive :.)
    I love your blog & am glad you've kept it up!

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  82. GoddessofBubblesJanuary 10, 2010 at 11:45 PM

    happy 3rd! best wishes!

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  83. AlyssaJanuary 10, 2010 at 11:49 PM

    happy 3 years! thats fabulous!
    and here's to many more! i love reading and would love to have the desk calendar!
    :)

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  84. BrittanyJanuary 11, 2010 at 12:49 AM

    Three years is so exciting! Congrats on a beautiful online space.

    p.s. food is truly beautiful in your photos!

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  85. DejahJanuary 11, 2010 at 2:02 AM

    I love your blog! I was showing it to my husband again today, and I think it is so admirable that you are willing to teach and share your knowledge. Thank you!

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  86. aJanuary 11, 2010 at 2:55 AM

    happy blog birthday! i am a huge fan of your photos. thanks so much for sharing!
    aimee c.

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  87. AJJanuary 11, 2010 at 4:10 AM

    i would enjoy on of these.

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  88. lauraJanuary 11, 2010 at 7:04 AM

    i love your blog, glad i found it! :)

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  89. Victoria KleinJanuary 11, 2010 at 7:25 AM

    Hooray! Happy Blog Birthday! I often wonder what my life would be like if I stopped blogging too ... I think it would be quite bittersweet.

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  90. Paulson FamilyJanuary 11, 2010 at 7:36 AM

    Love your blog! Congratulations!
    Krista

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  91. jdavissquaredJanuary 11, 2010 at 7:48 AM

    Happy blog birthday! I need a new calendar, and would love to have one of yours!

    Thanks for being so inspiring.

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  92. Ashley WebbJanuary 11, 2010 at 8:27 AM

    I would love to win one. Happy Birthday!

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  93. SarahJanuary 11, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    Happy Birthday. I adore your blog!

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  94. JenJanuary 11, 2010 at 8:57 AM

    Happy Birthday To You.

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  95. NamaJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:07 AM

    Hooray for birthdays!

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  96. Rachel RicchioJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:25 AM

    would love a new years calendar :)

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  97. Cassidie AnneJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:27 AM

    happy birthday to your blog. I love calendars. I hope I am a winner!

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  98. debbyJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:28 AM

    it's hard to believe i've been reading your blog for almost three years now. congrats on the birthday!

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  99. UnknownJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    Happy Birthday Blog! I totally love you.

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  100. IlianaJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:45 AM

    Love the blog and would love the calandar. Thanks!

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  101. KelJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:48 AM

    Your class helped me more than I can thank you for. I still have a long way to go, but am excited for more learning. Happy Birthday blog!

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  102. KellieJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:54 AM

    happy birthday blog! i loved your class and love your work. thanks for a giveaway!

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  103. malloryJanuary 11, 2010 at 10:53 AM

    birthday wishes go out to your beautiful little blog. hope you have your cake and eat it too :]

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  104. AndreaJanuary 11, 2010 at 11:19 AM

    Pretty ! Happy blogaversary!

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  105. AshleyJanuary 11, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    Happy Birthday a little sussy! And thank you for existing.

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  106. HillaryJanuary 11, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    a wonderful daily read!
    and the calendars? Adorable!

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  107. Keats and LalaJanuary 11, 2010 at 11:40 AM

    Happy 3rd Birthday!

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  108. Jennifer CleaverJanuary 11, 2010 at 11:55 AM

    Happy Happy Birthday!

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  109. JessieJanuary 11, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    so so beautiful! i would love to win :)

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  110. EmilyJanuary 11, 2010 at 12:07 PM

    yum.zers. yes please!

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  111. April Van WagenenJanuary 11, 2010 at 12:07 PM

    I always enjoy reading you blog. 3 years is a long time, congratulations!

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  112. ammunkJanuary 11, 2010 at 12:22 PM

    Happy blog birthday!

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  113. ConnieJanuary 11, 2010 at 12:41 PM

    happy birthday. found you after taking a class. lovely pics you take. lovely blog you have here.

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  114. SarahJanuary 11, 2010 at 12:52 PM

    Congratulations and thanks for all of the fun/beautiful/interesting posts!

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  115. forget laundryJanuary 11, 2010 at 1:02 PM

    happy happy birthday bloggy dear!

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  116. UnknownJanuary 11, 2010 at 1:15 PM

    Well, Happy Birthday! I just love your blog and being as food photography is one of my favorites (to see and do) i hope i win!

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  117. TaraJanuary 11, 2010 at 1:47 PM

    Congratulations and Happy Birthday!!

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  118. Gabrielle of Design MomJanuary 11, 2010 at 2:21 PM

    Congratulations, Nicole!

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  119. alma and nicole smithJanuary 11, 2010 at 3:37 PM

    yes please!! happy birthday blog :)

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  120. UnknownJanuary 11, 2010 at 4:31 PM

    lovely calendar!

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  121. JessicaJanuary 11, 2010 at 5:50 PM

    Happy 3 years to you, sweet blog! I still remember when I first found your blog a couple years back... you're still my fav!!

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  122. KGJanuary 11, 2010 at 6:28 PM

    Happy birthday to this wonderful, inspiring blog! Congrats on a job beautifully done.

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  123. SusyJanuary 11, 2010 at 6:48 PM

    ~Oh how I read thee....~
    ~Let me....~
    ~Count the ways....~

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  124. SusyJanuary 11, 2010 at 6:49 PM

    P.S happy Birthday!!

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  125. brittanyJanuary 11, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    Happy Birthday Sussy!

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  126. JaneJanuary 11, 2010 at 7:51 PM

    Happy happy birthday to your lovely blog!

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  127. BarbJanuary 11, 2010 at 7:54 PM

    Has it been so long already?

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  128. KatharinaJanuary 11, 2010 at 7:54 PM

    Your blog is a bright spot in my day. Happy, happy birthday!

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  129. Josh and StephJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:42 PM

    I love your blog and check it daily. Thanks for all the fun/ inspiring posts. :)

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  130. AmbyrJanuary 11, 2010 at 9:55 PM

    Happy Birthday! I would LOVE that calendar!

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  131. Bringing Lady BackJanuary 11, 2010 at 10:58 PM

    Happy Birthday, Little Sussy!

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  132. Alisa: a pina coladaJanuary 12, 2010 at 2:06 AM

    Happy Blog Bday! Congrats! Isn't it amazing how fun blogging is? What a lovely calendar! Hope I win! :)

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  133. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2010 at 6:56 AM

    Oh, how I would love this! My cousin and I plan on cooking/baking all of our favorite recipes that our gram used to make, take photos of them and compiling them into a recipe book or calendar for our family next Christmas! This would be the perfect inspiration!

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  134. tappensJanuary 12, 2010 at 8:01 AM

    Happy Birthday! I love checking in with you and enjoying your beautiful vision of life!

    -Tori

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  135. AmberJanuary 12, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    I love your blog, can't believe it's already been around for 3 years!

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  136. AshleyJanuary 12, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    Many happy returns sussy!

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  137. Laura LarsonJanuary 12, 2010 at 9:12 AM

    happy birthday to your blog! that cake looks so delicious....

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  138. Rachel F.January 12, 2010 at 9:50 AM

    I love calendars so so much. Fingers crossed!

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  139. UnknownJanuary 12, 2010 at 9:57 AM

    love your blog and your amazing photography!

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  140. Pieces of UsJanuary 12, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    love your blog. would love that calendar =)

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  141. CamiJanuary 12, 2010 at 2:21 PM

    Happy birthday to your blog! Love that calendar too!

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