What a busy week and weekend. I am seriously exhausted. Like deep down tired… I want to just put life on pause and crawl in my bed for 48 hours… then hit play again! Man, that would be so nice. Thursday mom and dad, and cam, rane and collin came to town for cory’s baptism that was Saturday. It’s so fun to have them come! I have just allowed everything to take a back seat, and I have just joined them on vacation a little! in fact, Friday… we sat by the pool ALL DAY! I haven’t done that forever… and got a bit of a sunburn even. I kept thinking to myself… why don’t I come out here more? Answer: I have too much to do. (lame answer). Friday NIGHT was father’s and son’s… the kids had a blast, and were so happy to have cam and collin around! I was happy to have all the boys gone! Amazing the peace and quiet resulting!! The remaining party went to the mall and Cheesecake Factory! Very enjoyable.
Saturday was Cory’s baptism at 2pm… eric got him a new suit, and he was SO excited to wear it! he looked so handsome… so grown up! Baptisms are so wonderful! I sat there just feeling amazed that he was really 8, and it was really time. it was so nice to have our families there. It made me realize how proud I am of him… what a good kid he is, and what a clear understanding that he has for what he was doing and why! I admire his little soul and character. He’s just such a great kid.
I even worked on scrapbook pages of the pirate party last week… they pages turned out so cute. I love having a ‘theme’ to play with.
So onto another super busy week! Holy cow- school gets out Thursday YIKES! That means it’s FULL ON! I am really worried about the summer balance schedule. It’s going to be a trick.
Hi Heidi. Congratulations on Cory's baptism and having such a fine, young man. You guys look awesome in your family picutre. Love the layouts. Angie
Posted by: Angie Nichalson | May 21, 2007 at 09:34 AM
Heidi, Your LO are so fun!!! Where did you find all the pirate goodies to do the LO. The party looks like so much fun.
Posted by: denise in Gilbert | May 21, 2007 at 10:21 AM
i know what you mean about summer. in a way i'm so very ready for summer break, but at the same time i'm really not! plus school always packs a gagillion activities into the last week or so!
Posted by: Alison Love | May 21, 2007 at 11:08 AM
Love these pirate layouts. TFS!
Congrats on your son's baptism. Doing things with family is good!
Posted by: Kate | May 21, 2007 at 11:34 AM
wish you were my next door neighbor...you are a walking party!!!
( well, that & the fact that then i could swim in your pool and borrow the way too cute jcrew flats!!!!)
xo
Posted by: paige | May 21, 2007 at 11:39 AM
congrats on Cory's baptism!!
love the pirates pages
get some rest!!
Posted by: Vee | May 21, 2007 at 11:40 AM
Way cute layout! Congrats on the baptism. TFS!
Posted by: Kandis Smith | May 21, 2007 at 12:13 PM
Heidi...adorable pages, and such a cute picture of you 3 for the Baptism. I have 6 children..oldest is 25, and youngest in 6. I think I will have a good cry when my little Tanner get's baptized. Thank-you for sharing!! Also Love the AYTR class!! Thanks for all you do!!
Posted by: Debbie House | May 21, 2007 at 12:41 PM
Love seeing your boy pages. One of the reasons I first loved your designs-you actually did boy stuff! Hang in there w/ all you have going on. And enjoy that poolside more-it's gorgeous from what I've seen in photos. Take care!
Posted by: psmullican | May 21, 2007 at 01:48 PM
You DO sound busy. Glad the things that have been keeping you busy have been so great. Congrats to Cory, what a great kid!
Posted by: Em | May 21, 2007 at 02:19 PM
Thank you for sharing your family picture from Cory's baptism. What a special time.
Posted by: Fresh Floral Art | May 21, 2007 at 02:24 PM
What a nice picture of the three of you at Cory's baptism! Such a special day for him! And I love love love the pirate pages you did!
Posted by: Kim Loewen | May 21, 2007 at 04:11 PM
What a handsome son and family. I know
the feeling about the baptism and what a
special day it is for all. I have 6 children
and my last one was baptised a year ago..
I love your pirate layouts.. looks like a
super cool pirate party.
Posted by: caleenrae.blogspot.com | May 21, 2007 at 04:42 PM
Wow, Heidi, those layouts turned out fabulous. Thanks so much for sharing these with us. I've completed one magnet board, (mine's round!), like your Mom's Day gift. I have three more in mind to do, so lot's of plans. Not sure how much i'll get done as we are getting ready to move into our new home. I know how busy life can be. Glad to hear that you took some time to sit by the pool. Wouldn't want our favorite girl to burn out. LOL
Hugs,
Mel
Posted by: Melanie LaVergne | May 21, 2007 at 07:00 PM
Love the color scheme of those pirate pages.. really cool. I usually scrap 12x12, but lately I've been really drawn to 8.5x11. These are great inspiration!
Posted by: Leah | May 21, 2007 at 08:19 PM
Beautiful photo of the 3 of you - congrats. What happy times... xo
Posted by: Colleen E | May 21, 2007 at 09:56 PM
The party... fab!
The layouts... brilliant!
The baptism... congratulations!
Posted by: Gillian | May 21, 2007 at 11:12 PM
I seriously dont know how you keep it all together. Put your feet up and breathe deep as often as you can girl. Later xxx
Posted by: Melody Brown, Cape Town | May 22, 2007 at 03:51 AM
please, please, please, heidi! where did you get the pirate pages? my 2yr old daughter is a pirates fanatic (thanks to the back yardagins). do you think the local scrapbook store will have it? Oh! you're so much fun! the picture of you and the family is very sweet!
Posted by: Nilaja Whitaker | May 22, 2007 at 06:23 AM
Your pages ROCK! My 3 1/2 y.o. loves pirates too- he thinks we should take him the see the third Pirates movie! Themes really can be fun! You and your family looked great on baptism day, too.
Posted by: Lee W | May 22, 2007 at 06:25 AM
love the pirate pages!
beautiful family picture :)
Posted by: Edleen | May 23, 2007 at 04:47 AM
congratulations cory on your baptism!!! one of many big steps in your life...
heidi, i love the pirate pages...you have inspired and motivated me to finally get going on courtney's 8th birthday pirate party album now too!!
...enjoy those sun-basking days by the pool while you can before baby #5 arrives...soon you won't even have time to sleep never mind swim!!! take it easy girl!!
kim :o)
Posted by: Kim Griffin | May 23, 2007 at 11:09 AM
Pirate pages need to B published somewhere,eh?
Don't U love it when the guys "dress up"? They look so handsome. Congrats to Cory!
Posted by: LenaS | May 28, 2007 at 06:07 PM