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Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Kelly's 30th Birthday

I had a super fun 30th birthday celebration the Saturday before my birthday. Matthew and my two dear friends threw a lil party at a local coffee, tea and wine bar. We had live music, wine tasting, a "how well do you know Kelly" game, decor, great company and pictures from throughout my life. Matthew contacted friends from all different seasons of my life to collect pictures and even three or four well wishes from friends. It was a wonderful evening reminiscing as well as getting to know some of my new friends here in Nebraska better. It was one of the best evenings out we have had in a long time. It is rare for this many people with young kids to find sitters all at the same time; that in and of itself was exciting enough!

To close out the evening.....my friend who will remain nameless, had the jazz singer doing the live music wish me happy birthday. Embarrassed does not even describe it, however everyone present got a VERY good laugh, as did I, so it was worth it!

Thank you Matthew, Kelley and Jennifer for making this a memorable evening. The care, detail, thought and love that went into the evening was overwhelming. Yall know how to make a girl feel special----and how to party :)

Kelley, me, and Jennifer

Mexican Chocolate Cupcakes and Caramel Macchiato Cupcakes with Chai Tea Frosting--Homemade! YUMMERS!!!!!!

Pom Poms

Set up

Cupcake Display

My Favorite Flowers!

More deliciousness

At home the next day, Matthew had a few tricks up his sleeve. The kids came running in with gift bags and inside were several new clothing itmes Matthew picked out for me. They were all perfect size and beautiful. Since having two kids, buying clothes has not been as fun--but I am pretty much back to pre-addison WEIGHT (not size, two ten lb babies will change your shape!) so it was nice to have a few clothes to celebrate that and being 30. Matthew ALWAYS picks the best clothes for me!!!! Here we are below celebrating the special day with the kiddos; excuse my appearance I had just finished running 3.25 miles!

I am blessed.

Monday, April 22, 2013

30 Is....

...having the confidence that my salvation rests in trusting Christ alone as my savior and nothing else.
...spending everyday with a wonderful, loving, self sacrificing husband.
...being married to my best friend.
...having the privilege of being a mother and carrying my two babies.
...getting countless drippy drooly kisses and hugs from one loving 17 month old.
...hearing "I love you mommy" from an independent three year old.
...reading the same books 12 times a day.
...having encouraging friends all over the country who always seem to put a smile on my face with every text, email, drop in, phone call, face time and facebook post.
...having parents who loved me enough to be my parents, not my friends.
...having in laws who have always, always, always made me feel like I was part of their family all along.
...having grandparents to my children eager to love on my babies.
...having the honor of stay at home with my babies (even though it may not be glamorous).
...being healthy and having a healthy family.
...closing on our first home soon.
...a church family both here and still in D.C. where we feel encouraged, challenged and loved.
...a big brother who is AMAZING with my kids.
...friends who I may not talk to for months but we always pick up where we left off when we connect.
...living in a city that is family friendly, WITH NO COMMUTE!
...snuggling with my Piper-Doodle-Bug.
...singing Veggie Tales at the top of my lungs in the car.
...having a husband who is always eager to lend a hand and give me breaks when I need them (and when I don't know I need them).
...having food to eat.
...trying to be the best mommy I can be so that I raise my children to love others and love God.
...drinking a lot of coffee, not because the kids keep me up at night but because kids are precious but for some unknown reason, tiring!
...praying and knowing I am heard.
...loving to cook and blog about it.
...laughing as much as possible.
...ignoring wrinkles.
...celebrating the successes, however small.
...loving this life I was blessed with.

I know some of these are funny, but the point is...I am blessed. My life is so full and I am thankful. Thank you for being a part of it!!!!

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Sun Catchers

In Addison's Highlight's Magazine, they had a cute, easy and FREE little art project idea--An Umbrella Sun Catcher. It doesn't "catch" much sun it was fun to make and fun to admire!

Supplies:

Coffee filters
Washable markers
Spray bottle of water
Glue stick
Bathtub crayons

Steps:

Cut coffee filters in half to look like an umbrella.
Using markers decorate/color the filters.
Spray with water bottle.
Allow to dry completely (doesn't take long).
Using the glue stick glue umbrellas on a window/glass door.
Add rain and umbrella handles with the bath tub crayon. I only had orange, but blue would be neat for the rain!

Addison did these umbrella handles all by herself!

Sunday, July 17, 2011

Gardening in the Big City

Who knew you could grow vegetables in the big city!!?? Check out the squash from our garden below. We have about 4 others coming up too. Also in our garden: oregano, basil, bell peppers and cilantro. The herbs have all done great but we are still waiting on the peppers to do something other than get tall!!

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