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God certainly knew what he was doing when He blessed Shawn and I with a daughter.When we were first talking about having kids, I told Shawn I wanted a boy first. I said, I just dont think I would kno...
Shawn has off Friday through Monday.I cant tell you how much his presence boosts my morale!We have been both lazy and busy.There have been slurpy popsicles from the ice cream truck, its tune never mi...
We had Princess Storys 2nd birthday party earlier in the week. She turns TWO on the 28th; Im sure Ill have a full-blown emotional post that day. I love my "real, live doll baby"! She is...
Sweets are one of those things I have yet to get a handle on in life. A "food mentor" recently told me to try not to have sugar and carbs past 2pm. While I dont always follow through with tha...
I have written 931 blog posts, including this one!!Boom. This is my diary, my electronic journal, a place Ill come to years from now to:A) realize how blessed I was/amB) realize how little I knewC) c...
I recently scored a couple of beautiful vintage pillowcases at a thrift shop. With one I made this collection for Casey Wiegands group giveaway (click here for your chance to enter): And this on...
All I wanted for my birthday this year was to provide an opportunity for my friends to relax (with me) on our wonderful back patio.Food, friends, and crafts!It was perfect.I didnt go "all out"...
I call this blue patterned dress from Target my sailor dress. I paired it with a white tee underneath (I cant help but layer; its what I do!), a vintage necklace, and great vintage Montgomery Ward sh...
As mothers, not only are we great teachers, but we are learners.We learn what it feels like to have our bleeding hearts live outside our bodies as our children,flesh of our flesh, grow up/experience ...
I took a blogging/crafting for "work" break.I really needed it.Instead, I have been perusing Avon catalogs, exercising, watching LA Ink, and going to bed early.And its been fabulous!I also co...
Hay rack rideTiny bathroom (Mommy no makeup--eek)Baby Girl curlsFort/pirate ship/tent/etc****Isnt this handbag beautiful? Large Bow Handbag Made of Chevron Fabric is by FromNancy I turn 31...
Theres this super cute blogger, Gentri Lee, who does a weekly 7 Questions post. Im linking up with her today.You gotta do a funny photo: It is so crazy funny/cute/adorable/undeniable how m...
Since its Friday, I thought itd be a sweet time to celebrate the weekend with a giveaway!Up for grabs today is a matching small wreath and brooch, a $31.50 value, handmade by me. I am in love with th...
The cookie fiend in me is frequently looking for new nibbly treats to try. These scrumptious Carrot Cookie Bites from Taste of Homes Simple & Delicious, didnt disappoint.If you like carrot cake, ...
One of my and Shawns cheap dates is looking through all the awesome pics on his iPhone. I dont have an iPhone or even internet on my phone, so its especially entertaining for me; my phone doesnt take...
My dear friend Emily joined me in showcasing our wares at a local outdoor craft market; it was out in the country, complete with a red barn, BBQ, and bluegrass music.Just our cup of tea.Emily is a br...
Today Im linking up with the Pleated Poppys What I Wore Wednesday even though it is late at night on Thursday...and even though I have major roots showing (who has time to get her hair done..seriousl...
Date nightReplenishing bird feeder New plush bunnies in the shop, by Underground Vintage StudioMy fave cookieJust a trim My pal B put these on the table while we were napping! What a...
Much Love Illy, written by Ilene Gamboa, is one of my favorite fashion blogs. Not only is she gorgeous, but she is sweet as punch and gracious to work with. p.s.--I love her hair!Because I LOVE ...
What a day for a daydream!Dontcha think?Its so pretty outside and my favorite month, May, is around the corner!Its the month I share birthdays with my mother and daughter.I know there are alot of 5,6...
My friend S at Bleu Hollow Photography snapped a mini spring session of my angels.This picture has been on my Facebook timeline and has been a bit of a phenomenon.At least in my little world! They ar...
Linking up with Pleated Poppys WIWW series today!shirt-from a frienddress-Walmartbelt-local boutiquesandals-Targetlocket-f rom ShawnieI create much of my shop inventory in the evenings.Here are some n...
Providing my family with healthy, well-balanced, home-cooked meals is definitely a work in progress.Ill tackle meringue, or cake balls, but cooking is a bit more intimidating...Every Sunday I create ...
sophomore year, universityIt was a usual Wednesday night youth group gathering.I was tired from a day of school and stressed about homework(heck, that was me everyday back then).All of us, pock faced...
Shawns work had a swanky party; everyone embraced the 1920s theme full force.Including me and my babe:Arent these girls gorgeous?(I am the dorky mom with grown roots but we can try to overlook that)I...
church following by church easter egg huntlunch at mexi placenapsegg hunt in our back yard
Dearest Savior of mine, Lover of my soul,I cant think of a time, Jesus, when You were not there for me.All the times Ive fallen, whether by "accident," or of my own doing,You have always been...
It is Good Friday, my friends.I trust you will be spending Easter with family and loved ones.Our plans thus far are to attend our own church (which hosts a community event)...I do not have new outfit...
A couple of my favorite bloggers write a Currently post with entertaining prompts that get a gal thinking. So thats where my writing comes from today.Obsessing over: these shoes soon to be my own (a ...
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