It's COOKIE TIME!

Thursday afternoon I got together with my friend Alyssa & her sweet kids to make homemade cookies! We made everything from scratch! It was a lot of fun! We ended up making a red velvet cake which was for Chad & I's Anniversary, homemade chocolate cupcakes with homemade butter creme icing, & a big heart sugar cookie cake! YUMMY!

The fun part about this was that we didn't have to spend a penny! Alyssa & I love to find ways to do things without spending money whether we craft & make things or cook a little something up for fun! Try digging through your cabinets & see what you can find to make from scratch. You would be amazed at what you will have & what you can make with it! We even had to find a substitute for baking powder, (baking soda & creme of tarter), & we somehow had it & it worked out perfectly!







The kids had so much fun playing & helping us make the cookies!





But, I think the momma's enjoyed playing more than the kiddo's!



And...our finished product! Simply delish & so much fun- ALL FOR FREE!

WOW- 5 year Anniversary!

5 years... I don't even know what to say. It's hard to believe that 5 years ago this is what we were up to...












Somewhere in between it was just the 2 of us...







Now it's the 3 of us, & life couldn't be more perfect...




And tonight we celebrated this wonderful occasion. Our rehearsal dinner was given to us at this fabulous restaurant by Chad's parents called, "Fred's Hickory Inn". It's a local restaurant in our area that is just divine. I am such a fan! It is seriously one of my favorite places & I couldn't be more thrilled that Chad picked this just for me to celebrate our special occasion! It was such a nice surprise!











I spent most of the afternoon with my girl Alyssa baking! We baked tons of things, from scratch! One of the things we baked was a red velvet cake! I didn't have time to take it with me today because of dinner plans so we swung by after out dinner date to pick it up & they got a few pictures of us blowing out "5" candles! It was so special! We made a heart cake & cupcakes too but I will do another post of our fun cooking day tomorrow! We always have so much fun!




Chad, thank you for the most amazing 5 years of my life. You truly are my soul mate, my best friend, my everything...

Umm... EXHAUSTED!!!

This is what I look like today.

Yup, pretty exhausted. I taught 2 Body Pump classes today & really all I can think about at this moment is SLEEPING.

Tomorrow is me & the hubbies 5 year Anniversary so I need some rest before our hot date he has planned!

Toodles!

RIBBON!

I just love ribbon. My house is full of it. Not only because of hairbows but because of decor too. I think you can take something so plain & jazz it up with a fun piece or ribbon; especially according to that months Holiday. If you are bored with something, try adding some fun ribbon! I thought I would share some of my ribbon examples.

I have this in my Kitchen, I just loved it for spring!

This is my favorite piece in my Kitchen. I love to put goodies (cupcake) in this & decorate with Holiday ribbon!

The cupcake representing Ave's Birthday coming up!

I saw this idea at a local shop that I love! I got the green balls there & thought it was so cute to cover with ribbon for spring! It adds some bright color to my living room area.

I had tons of zebra ribbon left over from Christmas. It's my favorite ribbon & matches all my decor so I added a few touches here & there! I love these warm tones, but I am looking for a colored vace to replace this dark one & pop some color in the picture above this table.

I was so bored with these candle sticks & wanted a change... so I added ribbon!

So, do you think I have enough ribbon? Trust me, I have a more stored in another closet! This bend is pretty deep!

I have been so busy. I am in the middle of beginning some crafts for Avery's Birthday. We are now down to 23 days! I have invitations ordered & will be sending those out this weekend. They are just precious! They say: She's sassy & sweet & so much fun, our little diva AVERY is turning 1! You will have to wait & see the finished product though! I have ordered the cake along with her baby cake, made arrangements for 1 year pictures, & have bought almost all of the decorations. It's going to be so bright & colorful. I can hardly wait! I am looking forward to spending her 1st Bday with family & friends! It will be a day we won't forget!

Speaking of diva, this little girl is sassier than ever. She is just moving, talking, & all over the place. I am busier than I EVER thought I would be with an almost 1 year old. It's the greatest thing in the world though! I got a few pics before we left today! This outfit is from Chad's Mom. She bought it along with the bow when they were out of town a few weeks ago & I have to say it's one of the cutest things she has ever worn! Thanks Mamee!

MY DAY- in a poem!

Today was gloomy & not so fun
I would have preferred to see the sun

We woke up early to the sound of a lawn mower
And somehow it made me drag through the day much slower

Why someone was mowing outside when it was wet?
I am sure they were somehow desperate- I bet!

We played, ate breakfast, & read a book
Not really sure how long all that took

Noon rolled around & we ran around town
Then I was so tired I just wanted to lay down

Lunch was next but came a little late
That is okay, there was very little Ave would take

Her nose is still a little bit runny
When I tried to suck it she didn't find it funny

We unloaded the dishwasher & cleaned up a bit
Then my little diva began to throw a fit

Time for a nap baby please close your eyes
It's time for you to put up your toys & say your good-byes

Then Daddy began to walk in the door
Smiles were all around, Mommy wanted to see more!

Dinner was cooked & ready to eat
Then a storm came & tried to blow us off our feet

Now it's Mommy time & all about me
Sweet dreams to Ashley my mind is FREE...

...Happy Tuesday!