Friend Party: Christmas part 2

Since my kids don't get the chance to have a school Christmas party (and we love our friends!) we thought it would be fun to invite a bunch of friends over for a Christmas party. We had a great time playing games, laughing, making crafts, and enjoying snacks. Thanks to all who came... and a special shout out to Malisa and Lora for helping to clean up! Another shout out to Wendy and Michelle for helping with the kids. We had a great time!

Mega Christmas Boutique!

This is one you don't want to miss!

There will be my cute Story Book Beginnings stuff, Pampered Chef, Kate Johnson Photography, The Busy Bean, and The Christmas Kitchen Bakery. My fabulous friend of nearly 20 years is hosting it, and it promises to be tons of fun! Hope to see you there!

Sugar and Spice

By now my friends are famous for their incredible ability to impress: my baby shower was no exception! It was very well organized and presented; I was amazed at the awesome outpouring of love and friendship.

Amy H., one of my sweet friends from my ward, organized and presented one of the most fun baby showers I've ever experienced. I felt super loved and supported by the impressive turn out of guests, the mega generous gifts, and the delicious party!

I've included a few of the 192 pictures that my sister and Dot took. I hope that you enjoy!

The most creative gift I've ever seen: compliments of Steph J. and Candice.

My childhood friend, Nicci L. and her darling McKelle.

An artistic shot of me... Cutie Pie Nicole T. (and her adorable Beth) playing the "What's That Smell?" game.

A basket of sweets for my sweet friends.

Dot's ballet teacher, Marcia, and my darling former student, Lacie.

Darling Robyn enjoying one of the many fun games.

Amy's amazing daughters: these ladies worked hard behind the scenes.

My sweet VT and neighbor, Carolyn N.

Oh, the food! Amy H. prepared a variety of my all time favorite salads and delicious rolls.

Ladies mingling and enjoying the spread.

High school buddy Steph J. and her BFF (what a doll!) Candice.

My super fun friend Heidi S. and mega classy Katherine.

This is what happens when you give Tiffanie a camera... she's such a blast!

Chatting with gorgeous Malisa.

Mandee Lue is so adorable!

It was so nice to have Debbie and her darling Kaleah!

One of my sweet "Birdie" friends, Jessie I. It was great to see her again!

Sonia, beautiful Sonia... it was so great to have you there!

The amazing and talented hostess... AMY H.! What a lady!

My sweet neighbor, Rachel M. and the super classy Katherine W.

Dot... what a gem! I am so blessed to have such a wonderful daughter!

As Tiffanie called it, "Preggo corner discussion"... I just love that gorgeous Emily H. and I are sharing this journey at the same time! She is one of my favorite people ever!

Lovely Megan S. is always such a delight!

Super funny and spunky Kim W. was able to drop in towards the end of the party: it is always a party when she's around!

Lora D. and her darling little boy were able to drop in, too. What a joy it is to have them around.

Although not every guest (unfortunately!) was not individually photographed, I hope that you all feel my thanks and appreciation for your part in this special day! Our baby Peanut is so loved! Thanks to all my darling friends who were there and there in spirit: it was so fun!

Thank you, Melissa, for being there in spirit: you were in my mind the whole time!

Thank you, Tiffanie, for representing the family. It was so great having you there! Thanks for helping out with photography, too.

Thank you, Dot, for helping out and being such a super big sister! Thanks for taking so many pictures.

Thank you, Amy, for giving me such a fabulous party and allowing an opportunity to spend some time with so many of my adorable friends! I appreciate all the hours of hard work, fun surprises, delicious food, fun games, and love that went into the party!

Card Party!

I was invited to a card club a few months ago. It was so much fun, but the commute to Orem wasn't my favorite: nor was it my sweetie's idea of a good time to have me spend 1 1/2 hours on the road at night to go make some cards.

Since it was such fun, I've talked to a sweet friend of mine who also does card parties, and we've decided to have a monthly card party in our neck of the woods! That being said... Friday, February 6, 2009 at 1 p.m. we're having a card making party at my house! We'll be making 10 Valentines themed cards; my cute friend, Lora, has designed some darling cards just for us. I will be posting pictures of the cards we'll be making this weekend. She's designing 5 different cards; we'll be making 2 of each!

Lora works for Close to My Heart, and is able to have kits to make the cards for around $20. You can pay her on the 6th with cash, check, or credit card. We are planning on making this a monthly event for our stay-at-home mom friends: you're welcome to bring your kids (if you like) and have fun with the ladies! Refreshments will be served.

Please R.S.V.P. as soon as possible; we'd like to know how much stuff to order by this Friday, January 30. Feel free to invite other moms to this fun Girls' Day!

Hope to see you there!

P.S.
If you are not a stay-at-home mom but have been invited, you are welcome to come anyway! If this time doesn't work for you but you still want to purchase a card making kit, please let me know as well. We can order one with instructions for you!

Thank You, Little Caesar's Pizza and Clear Channel Communications!

Thank you, thank you, thank you! We had a wondeful time at the party! It was so nice to have so many friends and family there, too! Hugs to all, and thanks from the bottom of our hearts. It was so nice to have Dot recognized for her service.