Sneak Peak...

Reese's 3rd birthday was this past Saturday as well as her party.  She had a blast!  More to come tomorrow.....

"3"

Happy Birthday to my little Peanut, Reese. It is so hard to believe you are already "3"!!!

Things that make you special:

You always stop and say, "Hey Mama.... I wub you"  Melts my heart every time.

I love when you say, "I can't know" but then answer the question anyway.

You love all things girly, pink, princess, clothes, shoes and toons. You would watch them all the time if we would let you.

You hate bugs, and real snakes...the stuffed, pink ones are ok.

You are always telling us, "I do it by myself"....definitely Miss Independent!

You love pink toe nails :)

Jerzee is your Best Friend.

 

You answer all questions with a question.....what, how (a new favorite), where, who and the list goes on.....

You love to sing!!! And we love to listen to it even more!

You are completely potty trained...YAY!!!

You are a beautiful "big" girl, and we can't wait to see you blossom and grow....but please slow down a little!!!!

We love you, Princess!!!  Happy 3rd birthday...Cinderella cake and all :)

Love,

Mama & Daddy

4th of July

Lee had to work all weekend, so our 4th of July celebrated was a little different then normal.  Since it was just Reese and I....and since none of our family decided to have a cook-out....we went to Amish Co. with my mom and dad.  It was a lot of fun, but I completely forgot to get my camera out and get a few pictures. 

After Lee got home, we loaded up (and bundled up thanks to the cool July evening weather...what was that all about!) and headed to Cedar Point-the local Amusement park.  We have passes, so we are able to avoid the $10 parking fee.  We always go and enjoy the fireworks from the parking lot since the park is usually packed.

Reese enjoying a marshmellow on the end of a plastic spoon????  Not sure what that was all about, but she was enjoying it.

First time around sparklers (she also had fun throwing Pop-its, but of course I didn't get a picture).  She was thrilled!

 Aunt Melissa and Reese's reaction to the first fireworks that was shot off.  Reese was so afraid of the noise last year, and we spent the whole show in our car.  So glad she enjoyed them so much this year.  Love watching life through her eyes!!!

 I hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend......and here's to hoping Lee gets to enjoy it with us next year!

Coming Soon.....

In a little over two weeks my little peanut will be.......3! How is that possiable?!?!? Guess I better get busy!













Thank you Amy for another great design!!!

Duck Love

I am finally getting around to posting Reese's Easter pictures.  The dress was a big topic this year!  I had something else planned, and then Reese told me what she wanted.  Definitely a newer phase for me.  How could I not give in and give her what she wanted!  Her only request.....a duck dress! 

I immediately thought of a cute embroidery pattern I had in my stash..  After a fabric shopping trip, a duck dress was born in my mind.   I was lucky enough to be invited to a weekend of chatting and a little sewing by a new, sweet friend. I had such a great time and was able to finish up a few sewing projects (which I hope to share as soon as our rainy weather goes away) including this dress.



Papaw search and search for some baby ducks for Reese's photo shoot.  He pulled through (like always) and Reese was thrilled.  I thought for sure she would be scared of them and not want to touch them.  Boy was I wrong!!!  I had to encourage her to love on them gently the entire day. 

On Easter morning, Reese looked at me and sweetly said......"Thanks, Mama, for making my dress!  I wub it!"  Melt my heart!!! That alone made all the time I out into making it worth while!!


Thanks Laura for another great photo shoot!!! 

And a huge thank you to Papaw for Reese's ducks and Mamaw for putting up with the ducks!

He Is Risen.....

HE IS RISEN INDEED!!!!


I hope your Easter is full of family, friends and great fellowship!  BUT msot of all I pray that your day is full of redlecting on the real reason for today!





Living, He loved me
Dying, He saved me
Buried, He carried my sins far away
Rising, He justified
Freely forever
One day He's coming
Oh glorious day, O glorious day!!!!

HAPPY EASTER!!!!!

Busy busy busy

My cutting mat and sewing machine have been busy, busy lately. I have most of Reese' to-sew list completed. My list, however, keeps growing and growing. I am excited to finally be planning some sewing just for me...well for the house...but still for me!

Here is a sneak at what I have been up to.

More to come.....