A DAY OF CELEBRATIONS

Yesterday was a day of celebrations!

Cass had a birthday!

How about that tote?

And the sunflower?

And the greenery?

And the nail?

Happy birthday, Cass!

Averick turned 50.

Actually, a few days ago,

but his party was yesterday.

The only thing missing from this rustic porch

is a comfy chair.

I know I'd love to sit out there in the early morning

and watch the sun burn off that fog.

And there was a wedding for Chris and Jeff.

Bettcha you can guess where they will be honeymooning.

Congratulations! 

All in all, it was a busy and joyful day.

"You didn't tell me that part!!!"

It's kind of a thing we say in our home.

When something just doesn't go according to plan,

or something out of the ordinary,

that's what we say to each other.

This morning he didn't say it,

but I'm betting he thought about it.

"You didn't tell me that part!!!"

What a way to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary.

The wife is down and out with some kind of junk.

Sore throat, swollen glands, inflamed sinuses

and just general blaaahhhhaaaaa feelings.

Must say though - I'm feeling a lot better each day.

Maybe even well enough to sneak out to dinner.

I'm quite confident the contagious part is gone.

Might just be a waste of money

because I don't have much of an appetite

but if I can scrounge up the energy

to get myself ready, we'll go out.

Geeze - 25 years.

That's a huge milestone!

And to think it all began in the 9th grade.

You see, that was our first date.

Here's a mini album I created for him

back in 2008 and each year I love to revisit it.

Our wedding was our FOURTH date! 

You'll never taste a better cake than this one! 

Happy Anniversary to The Runner!

It's a good day for a wedding

Pete (Patricia) and Paul

will tie the knot later today.

I think it's wonderful when two kind souls

are brought together

after losing their long-time spouses.

Nobody should have to live their lives alone.

Best wishes for Joy, Love and Happiness.

I knew it would eventually come in handy

I've been saving this image for a long time.

Something told me I'd eventually

have the opportunity to use it on a card.

Today was the day!

A police officer married another police officer.

I hope the Mr. and Mrs. enjoyed it.

Best wishes!

Album: Engagement, Wedding and Honeymoon

I so enjoyed the shopping for this album.
I sort of knew what colors I wanted to use.
And the theme.
But wasn't positive.

Initially I bought three paper pads
AND all the embellishments to go
with each pad and color scheme.

Then I decided on a pad from Prima.
It was romantic.
Yet I could grunge it up a little bit for the honeymoon.

Then it was back to the stores
to return what I wasn't going to use.
What a process!

Let's just jump right in and have ourselves a wedding.

I just love how they are looking into each others' eyes.

Love!

Mr. and Mrs.

Don't they all look so happy?

It definitely was a magical moment.

Oh yes - THE KISS. 

Husband and wife. 

Wonderful memories

to last a lifetime.

I'm sure their hearts were bursting with love. 

Once again, there was a common denominator on these pages.

Can you spot them?

There are a dozen.

Be sure to come back tomorrow

to see part one of the honeymoon!

A little bit Christmas and a little bit wedding

Keeping with tradition,

here's a little sheep for Justice.

Like I said ... "tradition."

Here's a peek at last year's gift.

Similar yet quite different.

And a December marriage.

Congratulations Hayley and Jordan.

Even though it's not June

June brides are a big deal.

But brides are a big deal no matter what month.

Three wedding cards

that will make a few brides and grooms happy.

What's not to love about this dress?
OMGoodness!

Perfect card
if the wedding is to be held in a barn or outdoors.
Or indoors for that matter.
Look at those floating pink hearts.
Swoon.

How romantic is this?

Can't you just vision the bride and groom

reciting their vows right here in this setting?

Be sure to check back tomorrow

for the anniversary cards!

Yesterday They Tied The Knot

... and will live happily ever after.

Congratulations Lauren and Tyler!

A Belated Wedding Gathering

The marriage took place about two months ago.
Last evening we went to

their belated wedding gathering.

Here's the bag that contained the gift.

The card was paper clipped

onto the back of the bag.

Here's a close-up view of the card.

And you'll see, all of the above

was color coordinated to go with the actual gift.
I decided to pull a photo off his Facebook page

and created something for them,

which is their wedding picture on a canvas.

And here's the complete package.

Congratulations and best wishes,

Tammy and Bill.

Keep on honeymooning!

Not quite 24 hours married

Best wishes,

congratulations

and all good things to Tracey and Matthew.

Keep on honeymooning!

I'm a little behind ...

So sorry.

For some reason,

these cards never "made the cut."

Meaning I never wrote a post about them.

First up.

This card went to a very sick young lady.

Just a little something to cheer her up.

My cousin celebrated a birthday earlier this month.

I hope it was a happy one! 

Teresa celebrated her special day

earlier this week.

And last but not least ...

My friend's friend married.

On the beach.

So how perfect is this image?