We’ve been attendees at several parties over the past 2 years living in the Nevada desert and it was well past our turn to host a get-together. We have a family tradition of throwing a Mexican Fiesta in 5th grade and it was my youngest son’s turn. We decided to throw the party close to … Continue reading Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
My husband and I were invited to a formal dinner party for a friend’s 40th birthday celebration. The attire was to be formal and all black per the honoree’s request. It was a delightful evening with a beautiful table setting, delicious food and engaging conversation with lots of laughter!
Yesterday, my youngest son said, “Mom, I really like going to the G’s house because they have such nice decorations and pictures up whenever we go over!” Meanwhile, my daughter has been asking to decorate for Easter since the day after St. Pat’s! My friend, SG, changes her decor seasonally. My kiddo’s comments made me … Continue reading Easter Decor
Our friend wanted a costume party for his 7th birthday. Kids are awesome like that. Who cares if it’s totally unseasonal and there’s literally no costumes at Goodwill (my go-to costume shop in Fall)? So we got creative and made some DIY costumes with things we already had plus a few extra accessories. Do you … Continue reading DIY Costumes
A friend gave me this cool cutting from one of her plants for my 45th birthday! I think it’s a dwarf umbrella tree (according to my plant ID app). I ❤️ houseplants!
heavens to betty 