Bliss is when you see your daughter VERY happy on her wedding day. It was so emotional and thrilling ...
Congrats Kayte and Matty love you both!!!! May God Bless you forever and ever xoxo
Saturday, July 23, 2011
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Thursday, May 19, 2011
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
The Bridal Shower
My daughter's bridal shower was this past Saturday, May 14th, 2011. It could not have gone more beautifully. She looked so happy and radiant! The glowing bride to be was in awe of all her gifts which took two long hours to open (we had to tell her open all the cards later at home as we began to get tired of watching her and knew she needed a break:).
Here are some pictures of that day:
Richard gets a high five from Matty for the gift he gave the couple
Someone is embarrassed but every bride needs her pretty night gown for the honeymooon (wink-wink)
Here are some pictures of that day:
Kayte with her brother Richard to welcome her in to her day of bliss
The honored couple, Kayte and Matthew
Our Son Richard, me, our daughter Kayte and my hubby and father of my children, Tom
the favors were these darling wine topper!!! Certainly come in handy and everyone loved them!
Groom to be with his mom, Doris
Bridesmaid Kristen making the bow bouquet
Kayte having fun
She got SO many beautiful things, these were one of the big hits...
just so beautiful with their names and wedding date engraved on them.
The couple with the Maid of Honor, Shaun (Kayte's 1st cousin)
Bridesmaid Sarah writing down the gifts and who gave them for the thank you cards to follow
she getting tired here taking a break & sip from her super sized BRIDE glass the girls had on her chair
Our family taken after most everyone left
the groom 2b, his mom and the bride2b
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
What do you think?
OK, my daughter's bridal shower is coming up. I bought a complete outfit a month ago and ended up not liking it for a "shower" so off the mall I went tonight and found a dress that normally would never have picked out for myself because of the pattern/print on it but the sales lady insisted I try it on, once I did (along with about six others) she and everyone else in the dressing room stated this was THE ONE to wear...so it was bought. On a sad note I have a weakness for shoes and while there I tried on a pair of snake skin-LOOK sandals for more than I WANTED to pay but once on my feet there was NO turning back. They fit like a glove! They cost more than the dress;( I have buyers guilt BIG time but I'm sure once I am out and about with them, that will be long gone! LOL
The dress here does not look as good as I was trying to take a pic of myself in it, not an easy task in a dressing room with a cell phone in hand but it really did fit wonderfully and for a shower it is a happy print and conservative looking. Found a cute, short sweater to go over the dress and a fun bracelet along with a pop of color for my hair (a coral floral hair clip).
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| Close up ... the print appears prettier on than hanging for some reason. |
We love the effortless elegance of this flattering linen print dress. Organza inset at the V-neckline adds a feminine touch. Organza sash with snap closure. Hidden centerback zip. Sleeveless. Lined. 22 1/2" length from natural waist.
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| front of dress hanging |
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| Back of dress |
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| SO in love with these shoes!!!!! |
Sienna Strappy Sandal
Color in HAZEL CREAM
Chic and comfortable: a finely textured strappy sandal to perfectly complete any look. Adjustable ankle straps secure an ideal fit. Cushioned footbed.
LINK TO SHOES ON ANN TAYLOR'S WEBSITE
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| Back with sweater which I got the sweater @ NY&CO. for $36.95 |
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| accessories, the floral hair pin will go to the nape of my neck where a low ponytail will be, need a POP of color. These accessories are from New York & Co. Got the hair piece for $2.74 because I paid full price for the bracelet $14.95, so they took 75% off the full price of hair clip. |
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| The top of dress actually on me |
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| THE SHOES:) |
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| Front with the Sweater which I bought at NY&Co. for $36.95 |
CLICK BELOW FOR THE WEBSITE OF ANN TAYLOR TO VIEW THE DRESS:
DIRECT LINK TO THE DRESS ONLINE LOOKS AWESOME ON THE MODEL
DIRECT LINK TO THE DRESS ONLINE LOOKS AWESOME ON THE MODEL
Monday, April 25, 2011
Received a LOVING gift Today
I get an Email from a dear, dear friend to go check by the garage for a package. I go down and find a box that I bring up and open. To my surprise it's an early 25th anniversary gift from her and her family. I can't tell you just how touched Tom and I are!!! It's beautiful, thoughtful and well, brought tears to my eyes!
I will display it with pride, admiration, love and respect and always think of them all when I view it...I know Tom feels the very same way. Now, this gives me the BEST excuse to finally declutter that mantel and find the MOST perfect spot to display this!!!
Easter Sunday
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| Richard and Kayte along with Krumpet |
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| cakes |
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| PaPa (aka-my daddy) |
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| Crostini with herbed goat cheese, walnuts and one |
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| My children again |
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| Carrot Cake, I was very pleased with how it turned out. I'm not one who enjoys baking at all...so this was my PRIZE piece for the day:) |
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| Fresh Green Apple Margarita |
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| Orzo with Smokey Tomato Vinaigrette |
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| My plate, roasted carrots, green beans and ham and roasted potatoes |
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| Traditional, plain colored eggs |
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| Asparagus |
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| Traditional Southern Deviled Eggs |
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| QUIONA and HERB CRUSTED LAMP CHOPS |
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| EGGPLANT and ASPARAGUS NAPOLEONS |
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| SKINNYGIRL MARGARITA BOTTLE, ME & THE KUMPET:) |
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