All the Colors of the Rainbow Party

I think it’s a rule: every little girl loves rainbows. Shoot, I still get a wee bit giddy when I see that beautiful sight in the sky after a rainstorm. When my sweet soon-to-be-first-grader said, “Momma, I want a rainbow party,” I said, you betcha. It was an absolutely blast to plan. Between my trusty…

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HDYDI: 10 Party Must-Have’s

I’d suspect at one time or another you’ve been called upon to host a gathering, throw a party or entertain some guests. Fresh off of five birthdays and one First Communion in the last six months, here are a few of my go-to items when planning a get together. Whether your house is the spot…

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Dr Pepper “23 Flavors” Birthday

I may not have had favor boxes, a pinata or a fancy new dress, but I did celebrate 39 in style. The Saturday before my birthday, the Mr. and I feasted at Eddie V’s. Oh y’all, if you live in Austin, this is a fabulous place to dine. Pricey, but awesome. It’s no secret I *heart*…

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It’s My Birthday: 39 Things I Want to Do

Just yesterday I had someone say, “Oh, I’m sorry,” in response to my 39th birthday today. My reply? “I never care about the number, I’m just happy to eat cake!” And that’s the darn truth. I’ve never really cared too much about the number. My grandmother used to say, “Honey, the calendar may say I’m…

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Why Every Child’s Birthday Should be a Big Deal

In our house, birthdays are a big deal. It was the day God said, “Welcome to the world!” and we believe it’s a day worth celebrating. While I’ll readily agree that the definition of “big deal” varies widely, it doesn’t have to mean a loan from the bank and inviting your 50 closest friends. For…

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