Monthly Archives: May 2011

Father’s Day Printable

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Jennifer

Father’s Day printables are flying around blogland but I decided to create my own. Alex and Andrew filled out their “All About My Dad” forms and will give them to Derek on Father’s Day along with a story they are … Continue reading →

Posted in Alex, Andrew, art work, family, Father's Day, forms, gifts, husbands, paper craft, parenting | 41 Comments

Lego Mini Figure Party Boards

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Jennifer

For Andrew’s Lego party we created large wooden character boards. During the party we took pictures of each guest behind the boards. When Andrew sent a thank you card in the mail, each guest also received a photo of himself … Continue reading →

Posted in Alex, Andrew, art work, birthdays, budget, crafts, decorations, gifts, house projects, Legos, party | 25 Comments

Junk Drawer

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Jennifer

I opened our junk drawer for the last time today. Well, at least until it gets cluttered again but let’s focus on the now. Here’s the before: I cut up cereal boxes, granola boxes, and used an old thank you … Continue reading →

Posted in budget, house projects, organization | 3 Comments

Lost Tooth

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Jennifer

Right before Andrew turned 6 he discovered he had a loose tooth. He was obsessed with everyone else in his class losing their teeth. Everyday he would come home with an update and his desperation was clear. “Nicholas has lost … Continue reading →

Posted in Andrew, family, observations, parenting, tooth fairy | 5 Comments

Stretching It

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Jennifer

As I sit here writing this post there’s a good chance I won’t be able to get out of my chair when I’m done. You see, I tried a new exercise class today. The new class I took today was … Continue reading →

Posted in activities, clothes, exercise, goals, observations | 6 Comments

14

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Jennifer

14 years ago today I said, “I do.” I was pretty naive at 23 and thought I got a wonderful husband on that rainy May day. What I didn’t realize is how much more I got. I got someone willing … Continue reading →

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Lego Bingo

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Jennifer

For Andrew’s 6th birthday party we had wonderful plans… Early May is typically hot in Texas so we planned on taking the kids to the park to use water balloons and play. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Except…that it turned out … Continue reading →

Posted in Andrew, birthdays, budget, Legos, paper craft, parenting, party | 23 Comments

Little Rocker

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Jennifer

A few weeks ago Oprah had a show featuring women rockers Caroline danced along with every set but particularly enjoyed Joan Jett Miley Cyrus sang with Joan Jett but I made sure to tell Caroline to ignore her Go ahead … Continue reading →

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Not Your Typical Party

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Jennifer

I have been to a few home parties in my time – scrapbook parties, stamp parties, and candle parties to name a few. But never a Pure Romance party. Where should I find out about this party you ask? Why … Continue reading →

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Little Girl Swim Suits – soooo cute!

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Jennifer

Last week we looked at summer dresses for us. This week it’s all about little girls and their swimsuits. Take a look at these adorable options. I choose all one pieces because something about little bitty girls in bikinis creeps … Continue reading →

Posted in beach, clothes, shopping | 5 Comments