Sweet giver...

In every nook and cranny there are little "gift bags" tucked here and there.  They are lovingly filled with the random contents of my pantry.  The little "giver" prepares these bags daily for the upcoming birthday party of her little imaginary friend, her real friends, her Daddy, sister, aunts, uncles, grandparents and so on. We are constantly preparing for a party--lining up melamine plates in tidy lines on the kitchen floor, filling plastic cups with tiny amounts of water and using the college-day koozie collection for napkins alongside each plate.  I am amazed at the tenacity of this little "giver/party planner."  She never gives up and is constantly thinking of others in her "party planning."  Like her Momma, she enjoys giving so much more than receiving.  

So even though I seem to be up hours after my bedtime putting away these little things (which are all so neatly put out and displayed) --- for fear that the large hound will devour any type of food product that is left outside the pantry --- I love that my little giver loves to give.  Yes, even when a large bag of ground coffee spills to  the floor in my hurriedness.  Deep breaths....I love that my little giver loves to give!  Smiles...as I sweep up my last bag of coffee off the floor at 11pm knowing there will be NO morning coffee tomorrow.  

Inspired by eggs

This year, Target had the most wonderful color palette of Easter eggs.  The colors were slightly different than primary colors I have grown accustomed to expecting this time of year.  They were incredibly fresh and happy.  I found myself scattering eggs everywhere and filling miscellaneous bowls and vases with the wonderfully colorful eggs.  I have been so inspired by this new color palette, I plan to use it as color inspiration in my home.  I especially like the blue and green combo.  I have green walls in my living room and think it would be fun to "brighten up" with the robin egg blue.  I just love how calm yet vibrant these two colors are together!  Where do you find color inspiration?  Typically, for me, it is not Easter eggs from Target.  Usually fabric inspires me!

Strawberries...our new favorite Easter egg

What could be better than tromping through fields of ripe strawberries looking for those perfect juicy red treats? My big girl exclaimed, "finding strawberries is like finding Easter eggs!"  She couldn't have said it better.  We were all gitty with excitement as we searched for over 2 hours under the lush green leaves and white blossoms of the strawberry fields.  It was like a fabulous and never-ending egg hunt for the entire family...except for the little one who seemed to enjoy our excitement from the comfort of her little shaded stroller.  If you have never been, I highly suggest finding a field near you.  Many places even have some animals to feed and pet.  What a perfect way to spend a mild spring morning.

Happy days are here again...

Ahh, the sun's vibrant rays are filling us with unending energy and excitement!  What could be better that the coming spring and summer months?  May your Easter weekend be blessed with many many happy days!

Bluebonnets...

In our area, springtime bring the most beautiful bluebonnets.  They have lush green stems and leafs topped with a long cone shaped blue flower.  The roadsides and fields are covered with bright green and blue.  It is a lovely sight to expect each spring! I've drug these two out a number of times this week to get some decent pictures.  They will probably cry if they see the camera again.

Oh, dear...

Oh, dear.  Momma's in love.
Sweet babe, you are just perfect.
I am mad about your wild ways and curious nature.
And those eyes...
No one knows where they came from, 
but they are the sweetest little blessing.

That necklace...

The teething necklace arrived and it is wonderful.  My little babe loves gnawing on it while we are out and about.  It is nice to not have to drag a ton of teething toys around.  The only downside we have experienced is the inevitable drool that falls from the necklace onto my shirt.  I guess that beats the ol' shoulder gnaw which leaves my shoulders wet with drool and other wonderful substances.  So, for a mere $30, I think it is worth it.  Plus they have a few different color choices.  Fun, fun!  

I know, I know, it seems a bit strange to be so excited about a piece of jewelry that my child can chew on.  All part of being a mother, I guess!

By the way, this was the article that inspired my purchase!