The Feeling of Let Down....

In my earlier post I stated that I've been planning Jill's baby shower for almost 2 months now.  We had it last weekend.  I worked my butt off on it.  I know Jill was thrilled to have so many nice things given to her for baby Hannah BUT at the same time, I also know she was let down.  I know I was.  Jill is a great friend to so many.  She will bend over backwards to help someone out.  If she commits to something, she will be there.  So many of her "friends" were not there.  It was sad!  She will scratch their back when they ask but they will not return the favor.  RUDE!

Plus, I was being talked about.  Yes, I caught people talking about me behind my back.  Why they were doing this, I have no idea but it happened.  People who I thought would attend the shower didn't and then to top things off some of the guest were rushed.  The shower was from 2-4 but at 3 o'clock food began being put away.  Then at 3:15 more guests begin arriving.  No cupcakes were to be found, no cookies, no drinks.  I felt awful.  So awful for one older lady, that I gave her my cupcake that I had set aside.  All this happened because others had places to be.  Like always.  I spent lots of money on this shower, I only asked that the hostess help pay for the cookies and cupcakes.  I didn't get paid by all of them.  Some that signed up to bring things, didn't, so I had to run to the store to purchase these things.  Never again will I be the main planner for a shower.  Its just too much stress and I do not like being let down by those who I trust.  Not to mention that I do appreciate being talked about behind my back.  To sum this post up: I AM GLAD ITS OVER.  Now, if only I could cheer up.  Hubby is gone for 5 days, its too quite at my house.  Glad for a great sister who is coming over tonight!  Girls Night, plus one boy named Coy :)

A Hobby.....

I've always enjoyed photography!  It started in high school and my love for it has grown.  On occasion I will capture moments for other families.  Yesterday, I had the privilege to photograph Jennifer and Jordon's precious baby boy, Jase.  He was SO good, he's a natural :) 

These photos are only a few of the 100 that I took.  Thank you Stanley Family for allowing me to photograph Jase.  He is adorable.

Thank you, Jordon, for serving our country.  God Bless You and Your Sweet Family!

Catching Up.....

I have been busy!  I am a planner.  I like things to be in order.  Sometimes, I'd rather do everything myself rather than ask for help.  I can get anal about things.  I want things to be perfect.  This past weekend, we celebrated Coy's 2nd Birthday.  We rented an indoor bounce house facility.  It was nice having the entire space to ourselves.  We didn't have to clean up a thing.  In the end, it worked out great. BUT, I was a little skeptic during the first of last week.  I called to confirm our appointment.  I was told that I could not bring any outside food in. WHAT?! I had already bought the food to cook, I already had the table decor planned, I didn't want to use cheap plastic table cloths, my list went on.  However, after coming to a compromise, it all worked out.  We had pizza brought in, they allowed me to decorate the cake table, and most of all, the kids had a blast.  We ended up spending more on the party than what we had initially budgeted, but it was well worth it.  We all left smiling.  Thank you to everyone who came out and helped us celebrate!

cupcakes made by Auntie Jill Eudy
(please excuse the wrinkled table cloth, I forgot to bring my iron)

cookies made by Rachel Morton Dunn

Next weekend is Jill's baby shower.  I've been planning this for almost 2 months now.  I want it to be perfect for her and Craig.  So far, I've only had one oopsie, on some of the invites, the time was left off.  I recovered by sending out post cards to all of the invitees.  I'm hoping for a good turn out, I'm anxious to see who shows.  Jill is such a loyal friend to so many.  She will bend over backwards to help them if they ask her.  I'm hoping that her friends are as good to her as she is to them.  This week I will be busy putting the final touches on the decor and menu.  I can't wait to see it all put together.  I know Jill is ready!  Baby Eudy will be here very soon. 

Tonight, I'm taking photos of Baby Jase.  I'm looking forward to capturing precious memories for his family to share and enjoy for years to come. 

It's a LOVE Thing That They Passed Down.....

Grandmother Haley and Nonna both passed away with in six months of each other. 

Nonna's death was unexpected.  She went into the hospital for a check-up, her organs began to shut down, and a few days later she left her earthly home. 09/26/2011
Grandmother's death was caused from a stroke.  Since we had just lost Nonna we weren't ready to let her go but SHE was ready.  03/26/2012

Both of these ladies were strong in their FAITH.  We are still finding journals and little notes that they had stashed back.  To see their prayers and thoughts on paper is amazing.  Our families love for one another is strong, and because of these two, it remains strong.  (sure we have bumps along life's journey, but the love is still there)

I have many special memories with Grandmother and Nonna.  They both taught me how to be more loving, more considerate, more compassionate, more patient, and to be a faithful Christian.  I'm forever grateful that they taught me these things because, now, I can pass these down to my kids.  I want the love of our loved ones to continue to shine and I want my kids to know their Great Grandparents, through me. 

This is one of the many ways that I am Making Our House, A Home.

5 Generation

Spring 2009

5 Generation

Fall 2010

I will be the first to admit....

I will be the first to admit, I am not perfect.  Often times, I try to do too many things at once and tend to leave something or someone out.  Its a fault of mine.  I'm always wanting to help or do more.  Michael has helped me to realize this.  I'm so busy helping others that I tend to put the ones that matter the most on the back burner.  Don't get me wrong, the kids have never gone without but Michael has.  Since he can "fend" for himself, I've been letting him do so at times.  For this, I am ashamed.  I feel awful.  How could I do this to him?  As his wife how could I put the one who works hard for my family, who is the father of our children, on the back burner.  How could I NOT make sure his needs are met?  After beating myself up over this, I realized I shouldn't.  I realized that this should be a learning experience for me.  I'm learning how to say "no".  I'm learning that I do not always have to help.  I'm learning to think before I speak and I'm learning how to let my actions speak for themselves.  I think Michael has noticed a difference.  I think I'm getting back on the right track.  I think that I'm pretty darn lucky to have a husband that has helped me to learn who I need to be.  Who I WANT to be.

Michael was out one evening working his horse when I snapped this photo.

31 Days and Many, Many, More!

I've decided to participate the the "Nesting Place", 31 day challenge.  "Making Our House A Home, And Filling It With Love" (my blog title) is a goal of mine that will take over 31 one days to complete, in fact, it will never be completed.  Filling our house with LOVE is something that I want to do EVERY day.  For my Husband, for my Children, for our Guests, for Me.  My purpose as a Wife and Mother is to be LOVING, to make sure that my family is taken care of, and to make sure that we are continuously living, laughing, and loving each other, every step of the way.  Join me as I share "31Days, And Many, Many, More" of the my life.  

DAY 2

DAY 3

DAYS 4, 5, 6, 7

Day 8

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

On one of the many blogs that I follow I found a recipe that sounded delicious!  So, I tried it.  And let me tell you, it did not disappoint.  I've attached a link to Katy's blog.  She always has new recipes, cute craft ideas, meal planning ideas, and SO much more.  Show her some love, go check out her blog.

The Link Home

the cookie recipe can be found on Katy's blog.