Yikes…
It’s been a long time since I have BLOGGED…
There has been so much going on the last week… blogging was not an option. What did I accomplish? I don’t really know. Seems like I was in a lot of meetings… had a lot of decisions to make and well- quincy turned 5. That resulted in last minute (but very cute) invitations and planning… It’s amazing that the girl is already five. Stunning really. Her life has gone by so quickly! Contemplating all this: 5 years old, losing teeth, kindergarten, etc. etc… on top of MOTHER’s Day… and being pregnant. I was a basket case in church on Sunday! And I had to teach!
Quincy’s birthday focused on cute toes… (those of you that have had the ‘she’ class know how I love little toes!) we started the party off with pedicures, pink toes, topped with little jewels (gasp, heidi swapp jewels no less)… and I couldn’t resist these glittery flip flops I found at target and knew that the photo was worth whatever I was saving by not going to one of those party places!!! Wink… lunch consisted of heart shaped pb&j’s and mini-goldfish and watermelon! And then just fun in the pool! Such a cute group of girls. Jodi made her rendition of the famous Magnolia cupcakes, and they were almost too beautiful to eat! (almost)…
Here are some pics… scrapbook page to follow. I can’t wait!
Saturday I decided I would like a family photo. the weather is so nice, the desert is in bloom (achoo!!) and there is some new building starting behind my house where I usually do my photography, so I wanted to get a few pictures taken before the homes and road goes in (yuck!)… I have a friend who is just dabbling in photography (justifying equipment!) and he was willing to come over and put up with my ‘control freak’ mentality when it’s about family photos. We got some great shots…I chose simple white and khaki.. it had been awhile and seemed summery and beautiful. ( alright, alright, I needed the photos for my CREATIVE ESCAPE PROJECT wink… turning out SO cute) but, I think that the emotional button was this shot of eric and i. 
me looking- well- pleasantly pregnant… the night before mother’s day… with my sweet husband… and after 11+ years… 3 kids already… he is so excited for this new addition… so happy- for us. It’s funny, cause I feel kinda like an old lady having a baby after all this time. and I am tired, and a little (chuckle) cranky, and not getting near enough done in a day… and then I look at this photo. and it’s all OK. I think that Saturday night… after these photos were downloaded… it was late – and I started to think about mother’s day a little differently. I guess turning the tables, and realizing that I should really be thanking my little ones, for allowing me to be their mother. And for a day… celebrating THEM. I just loved the little school projects…tiny notes and pictures I rec’d. and realizing…the TIME is so short. The moments are so fleeting.
And then they sing to you at church…and they keep asking me “what’s wrong mom!? Why are you crying?”… I remember thinking that when I was little.
Happy Mother’s Day to all of you! Do YOU have a recent family photo? you need one. To put in a new frame in your entry way. Or by your kitchen sink. I am off to buy new frames today. I am going to re-arrange my entry table.
heidi,
this is the woman that I really like to 'see' when reading your blog... you're true authentic self...
let 'her' shine more... it's refreshing! blessing to all the mom's....past, present and the future....
Posted by: inle | May 15, 2006 at 11:05 AM
Your family is so adorable, Heidi!
Posted by: brianna | May 15, 2006 at 11:06 AM
Gorgeous pics Heidi. Can't wait to see your CE project;)
Lara in SA
Posted by: Lara Cousins | May 15, 2006 at 11:10 AM
awesome pictures! what a cute idea for a b-day party! my youngest just turned 5 too! you look so cute pregnant! i am also expecting a baby, mine is due in september. you will have to let me know how the age gap is. any advice that you have...
Posted by: heidi larsen | May 15, 2006 at 11:16 AM
Great entry. The birthday party idea is really cute! My daughter turns five in June and we've been back and forth on theme ideas. One minute she loves an idea and the next, she hates it! Such a girl. Love the backdrop to your family pictures...beautiful desert scenery...
Posted by: Natalie | May 15, 2006 at 11:23 AM
You guys look gorgeous. What a beautiful backdrop. Great little family!!!!HOpe you had a wonderful Mothers Day!!
Posted by: Alyson | May 15, 2006 at 11:24 AM
I don't know how you do it all!! It sounds like such a fun party & your family is beautiful! Just wondering--is Jodi willing to share her cupcake recipe? They look delicious! :), Amy
Posted by: Amy | May 15, 2006 at 11:40 AM
Absolutely beautiful pictures. You look so beautiful (glowing) Heidi.
Happy Mother's Day!
Posted by: Mom2Nick | May 15, 2006 at 11:42 AM
YOur entry made me cry! I had those same thougth when I opened up the little handprint cards! I am so grateful to be a mom, sometimes I just need to be reminded!
Thanks
Posted by: rc | May 15, 2006 at 12:13 PM
What a beautiful family you have...and yes we need a new family picture. Thanks for the push.
Posted by: Jen Smith | May 15, 2006 at 12:20 PM
Your blog got me teary -- just had my fourth baby in April and my oldest is five and starting school in August. I'm a weepy but happy mess as well. Where does the time go?
Posted by: kate | May 15, 2006 at 12:31 PM
love the peace sign your son is giving! beautiful family!
Posted by: AshleyS | May 15, 2006 at 12:36 PM
Heidi, your family pictures look great. What a touching blog entry. I am looking forward to when my son is old enough to sing to me and make fun crafts for me and all that wonderful stuff. :)
Posted by: Rorie | May 15, 2006 at 12:48 PM
Such beautiful photos, Heidi! They turned out so wonderful!!
Posted by: Ksea | May 15, 2006 at 01:02 PM
I am a huge fan of your work. I enjoyed reading your blog today. Helped remind me to try to think that way a little more often, not just Mother's Day.
Posted by: Sara | May 15, 2006 at 01:04 PM
What a beautiful family! Thank you for your realness and sincerity in your blog.
I just celebrated my first mother's day (my baby boy is 3 months old!) and I couldn't stop thanking my son and husband b/c if it weren't for them I wouldn't be a mommy! :)
Looking forward to seeing your scrapbk pages from the party....
Posted by: Mary | May 15, 2006 at 01:09 PM
Such beautiful family pics! Cant wait to see baby pics!
Posted by: amy | May 15, 2006 at 02:05 PM
Your pictures are so cute! And the birthday party looked like a lot of fun. Hope you had a great mother's day!
Posted by: kim | May 15, 2006 at 02:12 PM
Such beautiful pictures, Heidi! You look so cute pregnant...I feel like my face is just fat along with everything else...you're lucky! Hehe!!
Posted by: Talia | May 15, 2006 at 02:30 PM
so beautiful. love these photos and glad to hear you're doing well!
Posted by: em | May 15, 2006 at 03:18 PM
the photos are beautiful. i can't wait to attend the event in sept. i have family that lives there. some in phoenix and some in sun city west. The party pictures are so cute. love the shoes and especially the pb&j's. yummy!
Posted by: vicki | May 15, 2006 at 03:19 PM
beautiful pics and loving the cute pink toes!!
wonderful post about being a mother.
:)
Posted by: Vee | May 15, 2006 at 03:46 PM
Oh goodness, those photos are just GORGEOUS! the one of you and your husband is simply delightful, no one could honestly not look at that picture and not be excited for your pregnancy (and your marriage) your happiness and contentment just radiates off both of you. quincy's birthday party looks like it was a blast! what a fun way to remember 5. and all of your comments about motherhood only make me pray that more feverishly for the opportunity for me to be a mom. :)
Posted by: Sarah W. | May 15, 2006 at 03:53 PM
Oh my . My big girl ( almost 21 would have loved the pink birthday party-as a matter of fact may have to use it for her 21st birthday ). And the family picture is awesome.
Posted by: Cyndi ( disneyscrapper ) | May 15, 2006 at 05:09 PM
Darling, Love love love your belly!
kiss kiss
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Posted by: margie | May 15, 2006 at 05:11 PM