Happy Birthday Boys!

Since Hud and Ford's birthday's are so close, we decided to do a joint party. I knew it was going to be a busy season and time, and knew we'd have a full house of company here, but I wanted to do something for them. Those December birthdays can sometimes get a little passed over :/ and didn't want to do that.

hud and aunt mary

me and my snuggly Ford

We had a fun breakfast party with about 35 people. The morning was pretty cold but still nice for the kids to run around in the yard and for us all to sit outside. These days I've really had to try to not over do it . I can't quite pull off all I dream about doing and am learning to be ok with that. The kids don't really care anyways about a million little details, if you've got a meal and a yard, you've got a party :)

michelle and weston

Leiah, Claire and Sophia

melissa and cade

kacie enjoying her cupcake :)

hot wheels party favors :)

hudson and his lovely assistant 

hud enjoying a fun new toy

Fordy enjoying a delish cupcake :)

I think the boys really had a fun time. They loved having 4 of their grandparents here and lot's of uncles and an aunt here to celebrate with them. Most of their buddies were able to make it and they were excited to play with them! 

Thanks to the Brannon family who helped me prep, I appreciated all your help! And thanks to Jill for taking these pics, I wouldn't have had any pics if she wouldn't have grabbed my camera and shot these! 

We enjoyed a fun time, and were reminded of the Lords goodness to us blessing us with these awesome little boys. I love them so much and am so grateful to be their momma.
Thankful for everyday of their lives,

 Cj

Maggie Grace's Baby Shower

This is Maggie's momma, Ashley!

This was tied in the moss wreath on the front door, so no one had to stand there and knock :)

We enjoyed a yummy brunch on the patio, September weather is wonderful here!

This handmade yellow and white stripe bunting was hung everywhere...

She gave me a good list of her favorite breakfast foods, and Cinnamon Life happened to be on the list.

I thought little bowls of cereal would be fun!?

My mom and I designed all the printed paper decor. Ashley's colors were Grey and Yellow with a pop of white and teal!

Chad and I painted the entry way hall in these grey and white stripes about a week before, which just so happened to go wonderfully with the shower colors :)

I used my own glass plates and glasses, which always looks nice and costs less than paper goods!

I had so many gals offer to help with food, which was amazingly helpful!

And it does not hurt having friends who are wonderful cooks! :)

MENU

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Orange Juice

Coffee/Tea

Fresh Fruit

Spinach Egg Casserole

Tomato and Green Chile Egg Casserole

Pesto Mini Frittatas 

Cheese Hashbrowns

Cinnamon Life :)

Chocolate Chip Scones

Vanilla Bean Cupcakes

My florist friend Crystal, brought the lovely yellow flowers to give the tables some life :)

It was so fun to throw this shower! Thanks to the gals who helped! Looking forward to meeting baby Maggie Grace soon!

Enjoy,

CJ

baby shower sneak peak

valentines day party ideas

    
click on the link below
"valentines day party 2010"

Here's some cheap and simple Valentines Day decor and party ideas from our little gathering last Valentines Day:) 

enjoy, Cj

birthday bash photos

Jason @ Drumm Studios Photography and Design, 

Thank you so much for beautifully documenting such a fun evening! 

Mike @ CARAVAN, your food rocks! Your hummus is incomparable and chicken kebabs are amazing! Thanks for the wonderful dinner!

United Bakery,  I really have no need to ever make a chocolate cake again :) Your 3-layer chocolate cake  is just too good and your prices are awesome! 

This birthday was very much enjoyed!

Cj