Weekend Plans???

Today is Friday before a long weekend.  I am so ready for some down time...although I'm not sure how much time will be resting.  I do hope to enjoy the great weather with my little guys (and my big guy if he slows down to enjoy it!!).   We are in full party prep mode AND vacation mode.  I just want to enjoy my little munchkin during his last week as a baby.  MY little baby is turning one and I can't help but feel a bit nostalgic - thinking of where we were this time last year.  Makes my heart smile and makes me swell with love and pride.  He will be one in a weeks time and he is already looking so grown up.  He looks like a little man getting ready to start school (ok, maybe not, but he's getting so big!).  I want to savor all those moments with my little guy.  

I also need to do my master to do lists and get prepared for the big party (which mostly means I am cleaning the house and cooking).    BUT I will enjoy my little guy as well. 

Have a great weekend.  Thank you for all the troops who sacrifice so much for our barely recognized/appreciated freedoms. 

Beijinhos.  Kisses

Planning the big bash

The planning continues...

We are definitely going with the Barnyard theme. So much fun!!   

I have all these plans and ideas but seeing as we are three weeks away...I need to start limiting my ideas and just acting on my thoughts/plans!!  I have too much searching for projects, but never actually do any of them (although I want to).   For example, I wanted to do animal cupcakes.  Realistically will I have time?  I am just adding stess to myself on a day that doesn't warrant additional stress. 

The invites are out and I am happy on how they came out!

Now I have to go order plates, hats, napkins, tablecloths…favors.   We have some contenders but I can't decide.  Sometimes I get ahead of myself with all the details. Indecision is my middle name. Time to get cracking with the details....

According to a Party Checklist I found (from other organized bloggers) I am feeling way behind.  There is still so much to do according to Another Checklist  I found!
It will all come together in the end. I love seeing all the parties from other bloggers. Some go all out and some keep it simple. I'm thinking we are going to be in the middle. Just the size of the party will keep it from being simple...but I don't want to go over board either. I can't wait!! (What? Really?).

I'm trying to remember this party is for Anderson and for his Mommy and Daddy! We have survived and thrived this past year...it's time to celebrate! 

I also can't believe Anderson is a year old already (or going to be soon). I am sad and happy at the same time. I really cherished this past year and I really tried to in live in the moment with him…(and I let other things slip like house cleaning, other obligations, gym, etc).  I don't regret any of it.  Not much I would do differently (of course there are some things but overall I am happy).  Overall its been wonderful being a mom. What a bitter sweet time...watching the last momemts of infantcy, and the new adventures of toddlerhood emerging.   I love Anderson so much!!  

Anderson is 11 Months Old Today

Happy Monthly Birthday to my sweet boy.  I love him more than I can ever put on paper.  I find myself saying I love you to the moon and back!! 

I will update with pictures and updates.  One day.