Morning loves! I can hardly believe another year is almost fully behind us!! Are you just as shocked by this as I am?? While it seemed like this year absolutely FLEW by it’s also carried many incredible memories that will last a lifetime, we had so many firsts this year … such as Leo’s 1st birthday, our first ever Team Jilly trip … Hayden’s Sip & See … and SO MANY MORE !! I thought it would be fun to share my most favourite blogs of the year with you below which highlight my most cherished memories of 2018. But before we take a look at those, I also want to share my FAVE wardrobe and decor staples of 2017 with you … along with a few must-haves for 2018 that I miiiiight be snagging for myself!!
My Sweater & Outerwear Faves
My Swimsuit Faves
My Dress Faves
Jillian & Justin’s New Project
We FINALLY moved into our home and it was well worth the wait!!
Maui Recap: Eating, Sleeping & Chillin’
Our very FIRST family trip to Maui … counting down the days until we’re back!
How Mom and I Spent Mother’s Day
Not only was it my very first Mother’s Day but it was also a special mother/daughter weekend for my mom and me in Vancouver!
Jillian and Justin: Sharing Our New Reality With You
When we FINALLY got to share our exciting announcement of our Jillian and Justin docuseries with YOU!!! And before you ask … it’s still not available to watch in the States!! ??
Justin’s First Father’s Day
A little glimpse into how we spent Justin’s very first Father’s Day!
How We Celebrated the Premiere of Jillian and Justin
This was such a huge project and we wanted to make sure to celebrate the premiere in style with everyone that was involved and it was a BLAST!!
Hayden’s Sip & See
What better way to meet little Hayden than getting everyone together for the cutest little Sip & See …
Girls Weekend Diary
I spent one entire week this summer with two of my besties, Shannon and Karissa … and Karissa’s mini-me, Hudson (who ended up hitting it off with the man of the house, Leo) and it was the best time ever!
Leo’s 1st Birthday
Forget about the balloons, the popcorn arch, 3 layer cake and everything in between … there were SO many special moments and tears from this day that I will cherish forever.
A Project Close to Our Hearts: Sam’s Home Reveal
Grab a box of tissues … if you haven’t read this story yet, you will need these!
Team Jilly’s 30 Day Hawaiian Weekend
All of the details of Team Jilly’s very FIRST team trip … while it was a quick one, it certainly wasn’t short on adventures, laughs, and memories!
Tori’s 40th Birthday Getaway in Whistler
When Tori turned 40 I knew I wanted to do something special for her … so, we rounded up the girls and took off to Whistler!
Our Mamas for Mamas Brunch
I remember walking into the Mamas for Mamas space and the ladies wanted to paint the walls and they asked me what paint colour I would recommend. I remember walking around and checking everything out and thinking to myself … there is A LOT more this space needs than just a fresh coat of paint! So without really thinking about exactly HOW this would all unfold, I just told the girls to “leave it with me” and that’s where it all began …
Mamas for Mamas Renovation Reveal
With a renovation value of over $200K … and 85+ AMAZING donors and sponsors … PLUS a donation of over $70K to Mamas for Mamas … this was a HUGE and very humbling success for us!!
What I Learned Travelling to Europe with Leo
That time I took off to Austria with Leo to go visit Sammy, Hayden, and Dustin …
What are some of your most favourite memories from 2017?? Comment below!!
Cheers to a new year!! We’re ready for ya 2018!!
xo
Jilly
I think you mean 3-day Hawaiian weekend, not 30 🙂 What a fantastic year you’ve had! All the best in 2018 Jilly!
Jillian.. Love your pix!! Heartfelt and stylish!
Happy 2018, Jill, and whole team! Love this recap. Leo’s darling party and Hayden’s gorgeous sip and see.
Thank you for sharing your life with us and serving up so much inspiration while always keeping it real. This blog has become one of my favorite sites. I especially love the beautiful photos! They give me ideas of places to go, outfits to wear, photos to attempt and activities to try as a family.
I’d love to read about the 7 fruit trees you guys planted. How cool! I also always welcome more insights into your photo shoots — both professionally and personal shots you’ve learned to take better.
I appreciate your take on balance too. As a working mom, it’s hard for me to make time for all the important people close to me — husband, my mom, my kids and besties and in-laws. I’d love to learn more about what special things you do to spoil and celebrate your peeps.
And I’d welcome more from Justin!
Cheers to 2018! You are so loved!
I just watched a marathon of Love It or List It Vancouver and have a question about the episode with Neil and Randy – Jillian I absolutely love the eyewear you had on in the beginning- the brown tortoise franes. Can you please share on what the frames are – designer and frame/style numbers? They are exactly what I am looking for. Thank you!
I love following you through out the year Jillian. All the best in 2018!
Hello
Can you please share your kitchen cabinet color? I would be forever grateful.
Thanks so much xo
Caterina
It’s Nimbus by Benjamin Moore!! XO
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