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Saluting 2021 in Pictures

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From New York to Atlanta…from the Cotswolds to Dallas…from London to Palm Beach…and, of course, Newport. The world of Instagram helps make up for all those trips we had to cancel and travel we’ve lived without. And so, here are the top 21 images of 2021 that were your favorites on both my Private Newport blog and Instagram posts, proving yet again that “a picture is worth a thousand words.” I for one take great solace in the 25,000+ images that I’ve taken and those that my social media friends share…they enliven my imagination, inspire my daydreams, and help me put my cares aside for a brief moment. Enjoy!

From Newport to you with very warm wishes as we usher in a New Year…may 2022 afford us a positive outlook, endless possibilities, and most importantly, good health.

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About Bettie Bearden Pardee

Author of Private Newport and Living Newport, garden furniture designer (The Parterre Bench), national lecturer, and entertaining expert. An honoree for the second year on "The Salonniere 100 America's Best Party Hosts", she was also the host and creative producer of "The Presidential Palate: Entertaining at the White House".

5 thoughts on “Saluting 2021 in Pictures

  1. Dear Bettie Bearden Pardee: I love ALL your gardens, homes and FLOWERS! I also love your beautiful cat with you on the Parterre Bench. I live EXACTLY ACROSS FROM THE RESERVOIR AND CENTRAL PARK WEST IN NYC. THAT IS MY GARDEN – I HAVE SPLENDID VIEWS OF THIS PART OF THE PARK. I ENJOY SEEING THE BIRD LIFE ON THE RESERVOIR AND I BUY FLOWERS AND PLANTS FREQUENTLY SO I FEEL VERY BLESSED! THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOVELY POSTS1
    Wishing you a very Happy New Year – HAPPY AND HEALTHY AND COVID FREE!
    Warmest wishes to you and yours. SUNNY HAYWARD

  2. Bettie Bearden Pardee ~ You keep the spirit…and the vibrant history…of Newport alive and well! Many blessings to you and those you love for a Happy and Healthy New Year 2022.

    Cheers,
    Evie (Pizzi)

  3. BRAVO, BETTIE! Thursdays are always DESSERT FIRST with your photographic prowess.
    That “CLOUD” above you is certainly filled with ‘Paradise Found’!

  4. Happy New Year to you and yours. For beauty is the salve to my soul, and as the photos you post are my inspiration. Good Health and happiness for all in 2022

  5. Happy New Year, Bettie! Thank you for keeping up our spirits w/ all your gorgeous photos while we were mostly confined to our homes. I’ve truly enjoyed every minute viewing your posts. Hugs!

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