Wedding Days

This summer is flying by! Whatever happened to the Lazy, hazy days of summer?

Soon we will have a wedding upon us, 

but until I can share about our wedding I will share a few pictures of

this beautiful wedding that we attended in Maryland. 

April Showers and Random Things

Wow, I can hardly believe that it has been a month since I last posted!

I guess I can catch you up on a few things, and hopefully begin regular posting again.

It has been steadily raining here for the past day, and this morning as well.

I am amazed at how beautiful and green everything turned overnight! 

First time this Lady Banks Rose has bloomed like this.

Our Cherokee Rose that is always in full bloom.

For us who live in South Georgia, we have had a long cold winter, and we are welcoming Spring!

Last weekend was a very productive one for us, and we spent all of Saturday on outside projects.

The Adirondack chairs have been cleaned, stained and resealed.

Front porch swing got the same, both porches pressure washed. 

All of my Christmas cactus' have been re-potted and some geraniums started. 

Came across this picture of my two favorite guys that I thought I would share.

My sweet husband will be headed to Turkey in a few weeks. I would appreciate your prayers.

and in other news, these two will be getting married in September, and we are very excited for them. 

Next post I will show you my little bird nest project. 

Praying you all have a blessed Easter as we celebrate our risen Lord!

Jackie

Trying Not to Think About It

Right now, at this moment the townhouse inspection is happening. I would like to say no big deal, but we have been trying to sell for over a year now, BIG DEAL. Do I know that God is in control? YES, absolutely! I still have a tendency to worry, and have to keep reminding myself,

"HE really IS in control"

So with that being said, I am trying to work on other things, for example the shower that I am doing for my best friend. Her second son is getting married.

Here are my good ole standby decorations. I have learned from the many showers I have given and helped give, it is best to keep it simple so I can actually have fun doing it.

This is a church-wide shower, so the menu will be simple:

Cupcakes

Cheese Wafers

Nuts

Lemonade

I like to practice my decor a little before hand so I don't end up w/ surprises. There will be some aqua gingham on the tables as well, and the tables are larger so the gingham will actually just be a square topper. I love being a part of blessing a new couple as they start their life together.

Now I think I will go clean some in the kitchen, while I am trying not to think about IT!

This and That, again!

I know that my posts have been very sporadic and sparse. My life feels a little sporadic, and not
 scheduled these days. With all that said, here is a little of what I have been up to.

We have been enjoying the cooler temperatures here. This morning it was a wonderful 57 degrees! We even have lots of leaves falling. Hints of fall for sure! A welcome relief after the scorching temperatures that we have had this summer!

We attended my best friend's, son's wedding out of town this weekend, and I was responsible for decorating for the rehearsal dinner. All of the decorating was done on a budget. Since I have a small supply of decor that I gladly lend, everything we used was either free, borrowed, or loaned to us, with the exception of the apples, and ribbons that were used to tie the napkins. One day I will have to put together a post on some of the budget ideas that I have used. The table runners are actually tablecloths that were folded to make runners Wal-Mart after fall clearance last year, $2.00 ea. I used them in February for a friend's, daughter wedding reception.

Last but not least, I got to spend time with this little one. Since he started walking, I can barely get him to be still long enough for a picture. The 50 cent thrift store outfit that I bought him a while back was pretty cute for his wedding outfit.

Blessings to you all!

Pitfalls of Perfectionism and other Random Ramblings

I finally decided that it was time to post once again. I have not quit blogging, not to say I didn't think about it. I am not sure there is anyone out there still reading.   I guess there hasn't been anything  to read, now has there?

Remember this?



 Well now we have this!

I wish I could report to you that all is finished, and all is well, but alas, it is not. The counter top has been wrong twice, and just when I thought we were past counter top issues, there is a spot on one side where the laminate is separating. It has been a slow process, especially when I have done most of the painting on the existing cabinets

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Here's where pitfalls of perfectionism come in.

 My eye seems to be drawn to every imperfection, and I have had to decide what I can let go of, and what has to be fixed.

There were some paint issues on the doors. Corrections made. They are not perfect, but I still love the way it looks.

When you are paying someone, I guess my standard may be too high?

The bead board is great, however the installation...not exactly what I was hoping for. But it is getting there. A little more caulking, and touch up. It is looking like a totally different kitchen.

Beginning a major project during the holidays is difficult, however, this was the best time for us.



I even celebrated the big 50 while I was away!

My husband brought me my favorite cake, and we celebrated quietly, just the way I like it.

Other things that have been going on:

• I helped give a couples shower/dinner for a friend that got married last weekend.
• Last weekend spent helping prepare for the wedding reception. I was the coordinator, of the food that is.
• My son is home until his next move to Seminary in the fall, at least that is the plan. It has been a joy to be able to spend more time with him.
• I am reading through the Bible with our church. It has been a blessing. I have never read through the complete Bible. I am learning a lot, mostly God is speaking to me about many things.
• I am learning to crochet. That has been fun!
• My cute grandson (and his Mama) have been to visit several times during all the mess.
• My parents are coming Friday, so I am trying to do some intensive cleaning!

I warned you that this would be random. On another note, I am wanting to change things up a bit here. Not sure yet, exactly what that means, but I know I do want my writing to be meaningful and encouraging to others.

For now I will close, and promise not to be so long in posting again.

Blessings to you all.



Update and Tying one on!

Progress on the closet/bedroom clean-up came to a screeching halt Friday, when, I got the stomach virus. As much as I tried, and wanted to I slept, except for the periods of time while I was otherwise occupied. I hope to have an update and some pictures possibly by Tuesday.

Just as soon as I was able, here's a little project that I needed to complete.

Shower invitations for a couples shower that I am helping host.

So easy to make, and a fraction of the cost of custom invitations. With the exception of the bandanna fabric and envelopes, I had everything to make the invitations. Total out of pocket cost for the items that I did not already have was $7.05.  In my effort to clean out, I am also trying to use what I have on hand, as opposed to buying more. Hope you had a wonderful weekend!

My girl was home this weekend for another shower. Here she is with 26 days until her due date. We had so much fun!Three of our friend hosted a drop in shower for friends from church. All I can say is,

She was Blessed!

Pretty table, beautiful flowers, and some delicious food! The hostesses really outdid themselves. After these couple of pictures, I just forgot about the camera. We had so much fun visiting with friends and church family. Needless to say, with the blessings of friends and relatives, they are ready for this little fella to come. We had some marathon sewing going on this weekend, and I finished the bumper pads, even after sewing the needle through my finger. Ouch! She is picking up a few last minute necessities when she visits the doctor on Tuesday. She seems to think he might be early, and she had me a little nervous this weekend. She says she needs one more week of nesting to have everything spic and span for the baby. She has been in a major nesting mode for quite some time, so it makes me wonder if he will be early.

Here's a look at the pretty table.

His due date is September 24th for those who have asked.

God has truly shown his faithfulness throughout this pregnancy. Her health has been good, and God has already provided all they have needed. This has been one more opportunity to trust God when circumstances are not what we thought they would be.

God is good and He has blessed abundantly!

"And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus"

Philippians 4:19

Celebrating!

Ansley had another baby shower this weekend, and she sent me  a picture of the cake.
She is using owls in the nursery, so they had this cute owl cake at the shower. They have been so blessed by family and friends. She will be here in a couple of weeks for a shower, and I am  looking forward to sharing the excitement with her. I am still working on the dust ruffle for the bed, and will start the bumper pads this week. Hopefully we will have a finished product soon. Have a great week!
Jackie

My Own Three Ring Circus!!

This weekend my Mom and Dad were here, with their dog, Bailey(center)

My daughter and son-in-law were here with Chloe(left)

and there's Stella trying to stay out of the way.

Needless to say they kept things hopping.

In the midst of family being here, we made a cake for a couple's reception at church.

Ansley decorated, I baked. Cake decorating is not a good thing for a perfectionist to attempt.

I tend to analyze things a little bit too long. My daughter on the other hand is not afraid to just go for it.

Simple table decorations.

It was a busy weekend, but a good one.

Hope you had a wonderful weekend. 

Jackie