I'm an Aunt !!!

I'd like to introduce my nephew and the subject of many future blog posts...

Trent Quentin

Born October 19, 2010

Weight 6 lbs 9 oz

19" Long

He's the cutest baby I've ever seen. I know, I know... all babies look the same (except this one). :) His little lips are so cute.

Jenn's Preppy Baby Boy Shower

In August I hosted a Preppy Baby Boy Shower for my sister, Jenn. BTW... Jenn is due any day now. I. CAN. HARDLY. WAIT. The color scheme of the shower was Navy Blue and Lime Green with hints of Orange. I made the pinwheels from scrapbook paper, directions here.

Jenn looking fabulous!

The Hostesses

My outfit matched the shower color scheme,

Navy Dress with Lime Green Flower Pin :)

The Food Table

Ooey Gooey Ham & Cheese Sandwiches & Turkey & Cheese Sandwiches,

Chinese Chicken Salad, Fruit, Hummus, Bacon & Cheddar Cheese Spread, Hello Dolly Bars

The Beverages

Izze Soda~ Lime and Orange

We also served wine and punch

Cupcakes for Dessert

My mom and I made the cupcake tower.

It's so easy and economical!

We got this fantastic idea and directions here.

For the bottom of our cupcake tower, we used a cake stand.

One of my favorite features of the Baby Shower was the Blessing Tree.

The white vase was my Grandma's and the white "button" on the ribbon is one of my Grandma's clip earrings. Even though she couldn't be at the shower (in a dementia care facility), a part of my Grandma was there.

The Gifts

Friends

A great party isn't complete without fabulous and tasty Party Favors!

I ordered these CUTE and delicious cookies from See Jane Living on Etsy.

As I was looking for cute and reasonably priced cutout cookies, See Jane Living had the best prices! I wondered if the cookies would be tasty. Sometimes decorated cutout cookies are prettier than they are tasty. We were not disappointed... these cookies were just as yummy as they were cute! They came individually wrapped in clear bags. I added the sticker, "For this child, I prayed. 1 Samuel 1:27."

I'm Winning the Busy Contest

My sister called me today and reminded me that I have posted in 2.5 months! I didn't plan to take a blog break; it just sorta happened. If anyone is still reading this blog... Hi, I've missed y'all!

I started a new job on February 22. I'm loving the new job, especially the day my K*dak friends called to tell me there would be another layoff at the end of September! I worked for K*dak for 11.5 years. I was the veteran. I had proven myself. I could do my job in my sleep. I've put a lot of pressure on myself at the new job to be the best (and I am, just kidding... but not really). I had dinner with my boss a few weeks ago. He told me I was doing great and the pressure I'm feeling is because I'm my own worst enemy. He's right. Sigh... Breathe...

Lots of exciting things have happened since I last posted. I'll post about the 2 big events soon. Here's a little sneak peak.

Sister's Baby Shower

Brother's Wedding

Project 52~ Week 31

Goodies from a Pastry Baking Class my mom and I took on Saturday.

So fun, so good, and so bad for me.

Chocolate Water?

Last week I worked in 5 states in 4 days! Eating healthy on the road can be either really easy or really hard. It's all circumstantial. Last Tuesday night I was in Omaha and stopped by Whole Foods to pick up dinner. On the way to the register I found a new flavored water, Chocolate Mint. I debated it but finally decided to give it a try. Yuummm.... it's great if you're looking for something sweet but you don't want the calories. It reminded me of an Andes Chocolate Mint!

Sorry for the bad photo due to bad hotel room lighting but YUM. I wish I had some Chocolate Mint water now.

Quick Trip to IAH

A couple weeks ago I took a quick trip through IAH (Houston). I met up with friends, Maria and Amy, for dinner. I missed Maria's birthday in June so we celebrated. I laughed SO hard that night, especially when we each made an entry in Amy's (pretend) diary. Good times!

When we arrived the sun was really bright but we still took a few photos.

I can't remember the last time I posted a photo of myself... I just haven't been feeling it.

Happy Birthday, Maria!

Maria ordered a drink named, "2 Brunettes and a Blonde." It was fitting for our trio.

After a couple glasses of wine, we were ready for our usual, fun (and random) photo shoot.

We wondered why young girls do this pose in their Facebook profile photos. Well, their pose isn't exactly like this... we're trying. If anyone knows what the pose is all about, please fill me in.

Project 52~ Week 29 & 30

Week 29

Cute Notecards made by the kids at New Day Foster Home

Week 30

Planning a baby shower for my sister at the end of August

This is a sneak peak at the shower decorations & inspiration...

(The dark color is navy, but kinda looks black in the photo)