Girl Talk

This evening was lovely.

I laid in the grass with my girls, and we talked.

I love hearing what my darlings have to say.

 and there is nothing quite so lovely as moments with the Littles I love the most.

Mother's Day

{Mother's Day morning, my Darling and our beautiful girls!}

My dad, sister and I had been planning a special day for my mom. Scott, the girls, and I surprised her by showing up at church, then we managed to surprise her even more by making lunch! We snuck away after church and my sisters and I put together an elegant table and lunch for everyone. My mom was delighted and we had a wonderful afternoon!

My sweet husband gave me two of my favorite things:

The most amazing cookbook I have ever seen

 and my most favorite ice cream ever!

I am glad there is a day devoted to mothers. 

Mothers through the ages have sacrificed and worked hard for their children. 

I am so thankful for my mom!

And I am incredibly blessed to be a mom, 

to these charming little girls

and their sibling in heaven.

My greatest joy would be to know that all my children will meet in the presence of God one day-

because the goal of my motherhood

is that Jesus is Lord, in every space of our lives.

Lucy turned One

Lucy's very first chalk of her own-check out that creative flair!

The day was full of outdoor play, naps, and silliness.

I wish I had remembered to take more pictures, because in the evening we took the birthday girl to Pizza Ranch for supper. She loves the food! For dessert we offered her very first ice cream, complete with chocolate syrup. 3 tiny bites in Miss Lucy decided she wasn't a fan. The mac'n'cheese was more to her taste. :-)

Me and my sweet birthday girl!

Sweet, silly girl growing up so fast! 

You are so wonderful.

Judah's Baby Shower

This post is 3 months overdue, but I'm finally remembering to share it!

I decorated a baby shower, held for a mom from church. 

Everything was so cute and turned out even better than expected!

Annie got some great shots of the decorations and I'd like to share them with you.

The color scheme was orange and gray. 

Alissa picked out the flowers and they were perfect! The green daisies were exactly the right touch!

My favorite: the diaper cake. Doesn't that cute elephant make it?

The babies' initials are on the front.

A banner on the mantle: I loved the tissue flower poms to hold it.

The food was amazing! There are so many amazing cooks at church!

Another touch I loved: the utensil labels. I used my letter stamps and the typewriter font was perfect!

There you have it: A simple, sweet shower for an even sweeter little boy!

Miss Lucy

 From first whispers of life

 to the magic of meeting you face to face

 you brought healing, joy, and gladness.

 I love you forever, Lucy Mae

Happy First Birthday, my darling girl!

You are a delight

and endless blessing

hugs and kisses, lovie.