Surprise Party Part 1

 Last weekend, Zach turned the big three-oh and we threw a surprise party in his honor. Many of our sweet friends and family came out to celebrate thirty years of Zach, and he was thrilled. Not entirely surprised, but thrilled. (Note to self: Don't make three trips to the party supply store the week of someone's birthday in the age of online banking.)

 

 

Zach's Dad, "Squadboard", is the baby whisperer

The man of the hour...coming around the corner to see everyone in the backyard

 

"Did you know?"
"Sorta..."

Grammy and Bear

 

The party was 80's themed since Z was born in '83.

 

 

 Second half of the recap coming soon!

 

Happy Hump Day, y'all!

 

 

 

 

A Giveaway....

 

I know I said awhile back that I'd keep away from shameless self promotion, but I wanted you all to be included in this giveaway!

 

Find our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/logsnlace and enter to win these two flowered fedoras! I wear mine everywhere; they're the perfect accessory for all your summer outfits. Your chance to win is as "liking" and "sharing" a picture. Thanks in advance, y'all!

 

 

I'll be back soon with a birthday recap! 

 

Thirty

 

 We had a little surprise party yesterday...

 

and partied like it was 1983. 

 

 

Happy Birthday to my husband, best friend, partner in crime, and Daddy to our son. 30 ain't got nothin' on you, Mister. Even though last year will be hard to beat, I hope this is your best year yet. Love you, Zach Thomas.

 

More party pictures coming soon! Hope you all had a fabulous weekend!

 

DIY Tissue Paper Poms

 

 

If you have a party coming up, or just feel like getting festive for no reason at all (I'm guilty of this all the time), these 5-minute tissue poms will save your day. They are so easy to make and really add a special touch to any party decor. Lots of people are even using them in baby nurseries now! Examples here and here.

 

you'll need: tissue paper (I used 8 sheets of each color), scissors, fishing line

Step One: Lay out tissue paper flat, with sheets stacked on top of each other

Step Two: Fold tissue paper accordian style

Step Three: Tie fishing line in a knot around center of folded paper

 

Step Four: I forgot to cut the edges on this pom, but it does make them look a little more "profesh". Cut the edges into a rounded shape, as along the lines shown below.

 Step Five: Pull apart tissue and begin fluffing it out

You should have a full, fluffy pom! If you want thicker poms, simply use more tissue paper. You can make them in all sorts of bright, fun colors. Just perfect for that summer party! To hang, tie fishing line to the fishing line you knotted in center of pom.

 

 Wasn't that easy?
(ignore my string that needs to be trimmed!)

 

 

Happy crafting, y'all!

 

First Mother's Day

 

I'm sitting here staring at the computer screen, wanting to say a million different things but knowing I won't do my thoughts any justice. So we'll leave it at this...

I am so very blessed to be this baby's Mother. Last November made me into something I always dreamed of being, but had no idea just what a dream it would be.

 

 I always thought Mother's Day was simply a day when mothers were celebrated and appreciated by others. And it is, but little did I realize that it's also a day when mothers themselves celebrate holding the best title there is: Momma.

 

I really, really love that title.
(especially now that Bear can say it)

 

 

 

a few pictures...

we framed this one for our grandmas and great-grandmas

 

pretty gift from my Mom Bear

 

also from my Momma...can't wait to use this!

card from Bear

book from Zach's sweet Mom

 

gorgeous flowers from my brother and sis-in-law

 

a gift certificate I can't wait to use from Z

Thank you to my dear friend Elissa, too, who sent the sweetest card that brought me to tears. I love you, E!

 

 

My first Mother's Day was such a beautiful one.

 

A huge thank you to my Momma, who is and has always been the most loving example in my life. No words could ever explain the love and support she has showered us with over the years; I love you, Mom. You truly are the best.

 

 

happy Hump Day, friends :)