Last week was Spring Break... We traveled to Arizona with Evan's High School Baseball team. The weather was absolutely amazing. We watched a lot of Baseball! Evan and Jason went to 3 Spring Training games and Clackamas High School had 6 tournament games. Whoo-hoo! Between games Ellie and I diffidently found the pool. I didn't want to leave AZ. We had such a great trip! Pre-Season Baseball is wrapping up... Now, let the League Season begin. Good Luck Evan! … [Read more...]
Spring Front Porch
Spring is in the air.... I found these sweet flowers the other day and decided to hang them on my front porch trellis. I bought the trellis last Summer and painted it. I tucked it in the garage during the Winter season and I was super happy to pull it out and decorate it for the Spring. I used framing wire to adhere the flowers to the trellis. I organized my flowers in a color pattern. I wasn't quite sure how many I needed when I originally purchased my flowers and I came up short, so I had to go back for more to add to the trellis. I'm so excited about the way it turned out. I'm even more excited that it's Spring! Happy Wednesday Friends! … [Read more...]
Justin Bieber
Last night was epic in Portland... Since November, when tickets went on sale the Justin Bieber concert in Portland has been SOLD OUT! We were so excited we didn't just get tickets, we where lucky enough to get a suite. We were able to go to the concert with sixteen of our friends. This group photo here was a few of us before we left the house. Most of the concert photos were too dark because the lights were off. Some of our closest friends enjoyed this wonderful evening with us. The concert was AMAZING! This was Evan's very first concert... He jumped in with a BANG! Everyone had such a fun time dancing and singing. Sorry I'm posting so … [Read more...]
Little Travel Bag
This Lilly Pulitzer hot pink bag caught my eye as I was shopping through Nordstrom yesterday. I had to have it! It's a gift from Estée Lauder with a $45 purchase! I don't use much Estée Lauder now days but I use to when I was a teenager. I decide I needed to try it again! I bought some new eyeliner (black & brown) then I bought some smoothing creme concealer. I'm excited to try my new finds. So, when I got home I opened my cute hot pink bag and found these cute extra... The eyeshadow compact with the same sweet print to match the bag, tiger eye lipstick, smashed nail color, this large brushed mascara, advanced night repair and day wear … [Read more...]
Derby Treats
Tomorrow is the Day! The Kentucky Derby... Here are a few treats you can make while enjoying the race. I found these adorable Derby cookie on Bakeat350.blogspot.com aren't these cute? You could make any shape cut out cookie, I think a two circles one smaller than the other, stacked would make a cute Derby Hat. With your cookie you also would need some "Sweet" Tea. You may even need to kick it up a notch and have a Mint Julep! So Southern... Rounding off your fun treats are these yummy cucumber sandwiches. Whichever Derby treats you choose, sit back relax and enjoy! Happy Friday Y'all. … [Read more...]
May Day
As a child I remember making May Day flower baskets and hanging them on our neighbors door. Every May 1st I think of this special treat. How happy and surprised the receiving family would be... The baskets I made where the cone shaped- this is where you cut a 7 inch square then scallop the edges. Paper hole the ribbon through the top. I then saw this recycled can idea and thought how clever... You could even decorate the can with card stock or wrapping paper to add color. But even better you could add water to the flowers. Have a Happy May Day and make someone special a May basket! … [Read more...]
Kentucky Derby Tablescape
Saturday is The Kentucky Derby! Yeah!! I'm a southern girl at heart... I love the smell of horses and the site of a good party. Whether you are in Kentucky or at home, celebrate this fun event. I'm loving this sweet table... the flowers and vintage pastel glassware are screaming Spring. It's Wednesday, you still have time to plan your Derby table! Good luck and have FUN! … [Read more...]
Anniversary
Happy Anniversary to my sweet Husband... Nineteen years and counting. I love you with all my heart. To date our wedding was the most memorable party/event we have ever had. Over the years we have shared so many amazing memories and unforgettable moments. I truly believe the best is yet to come! Hold on to this thing we call life. Cheers! … [Read more...]
Totem
What a fun day we had yesterday! We went to "Totem"... A Cirque du Soleil production. Ellie and her friend love these shows... Who both have danced since they were little. They appreciate all the hard work that goes into the show. Last year while in Las Vegas for a National Dance Competition we took the girls to "Mystere" another Cirque du Soleil. Looks like this is becoming a tradition! Super excited to see where next year takes us! If you have the chance to see this show, it's a must! … [Read more...]
Ellie’s Spring Dress
I love this outfit that Ellie styled... This white dress is adorable with her Miami tan. (She wore sunscreen, of course!) She just browns up so easy. She paired the dress with these classic eyelet wedges and simple clutch. Both in Navy... which would also be cute with jeans. Then she added another touch of color with her shiny yellow belt. Super cute. Great job Ellie! … [Read more...]