Birthdays, Life, Mommyhood, Rachel Susannah, Traditions & Celebrations

Our Little Lady Turned ONE!

We celebrated with a Ladybug-themed party! and some sweet friends from church… And, just between our two families, we had 8 kids at this party! Present time! I have never seen a one-year-old so into opening gifts. This girl thoroughly enjoyed herself. And she had plenty of willing helpers…and toy testers! It’s a lamb. Her name means “ewe.” Appropriate, no? This card… Hannah …

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Birthdays, Hospitality, Life, Mommyhood, Titus Ryle, Traditions & Celebrations

Titus’ 4th Birthday Party

Our boy turned 4 years old! So, we celebrated with a Monster Truck party! My children have very specific ideas about their birthday cakes. And, while my cake decorating ability is (very) limited, I try to comply whenever possible. This year was no different. The birthday boy wanted chocolate cake and vanilla frosting…and monster trucks. So, I did what any self-respecting, …

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Birthdays, Hospitality, Life, Mommyhood, Traditions & Celebrations

Rebekah’s 2nd Birthday

Our sweet girl turned 2! So, of course, we celebrated with a Minnie Mouse-themed birthday party! Grammy & Grampy and our friends from church helped us celebrate. Lunch was, appropriately, hot dogs! Inspired Rebekah’s favorite show, The Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, and the Hot Dog Dance! We played “Pin the Bow on Minnie,” or something like it, since I forgot a blindfold. …

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Birthdays, Hannah Elisabeth, Just for Fun, Life, Traditions & Celebrations

Hannah’s 10th Birthday

Hannah is quite the little party planner! {And, as an afterthought, I may have made a mistake introducing my artsy-crafty girl to the world of Pinterest.} She had the decorations, guest list, food, cake, and activities planned for months! Actually, her organization and detailed lists, along with Grandma’s help, were the only reason we were even able to pull off a party less …

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