Great Vacation

We were shopping at Walmart here. They had fun hanging out in the cart together!

Another one taken with my phone... I hate that it's a bit blurry, but Kennedy and Grace were so cute hanging out in bed coloring together!

One of my MANY finished pages. This was a favorite of mine. Thanks Sheena, the flowers are adorable!!

Kennedy and I drove down to Missouri last week to visit the Searcys. I really did have a good time, but for some reason, had a hard time just relaxing. Don't get me wrong, I did a lot of sitting, but often times, wasn't 'relaxed'. I was homesick... all I wanted to do was clean and be back in my everyday routine. I fought Sheena to let me do the dishes a few times so I could feel at home again! I hereby deem myself the WORST vacationer EVER.

Other than that though, we had a blast! Kennedy, Ethan, Grace and Taylor played extremely well together. They had their share of fights, tattle tailing and fits, but that's all expected. We visited them last summer and I really felt like the kids picked up where they left off. It was so cute seeing them play together.

I, on the other hand, came for one reason and one reason only. Ok, two reasons. I wanted to spend time with the Searcys and I wanted to scrapbook all week long. I did both and we had a lot of fun together. It was Sheena's personal goal to get me completely caught up with Kennedy's albums so I could just focus on Presley when she is born. I didn't COMPLETELY catch up, but I got sooooo much done. And I owe it all to her. She motivated me the entire week by setting daily goals for me. I never met them, but I came close! I told her I really was thankful for her nagging, even if I didn't seem like it in the moment. :)

I very thankful for the friendship I have with Zack and Sheena... and glad they live within driving distance now! Eight hours wasn't as bad of a drive as I anticipated. Can't wait to see them again!

4 year pics of Kennedy

Sarah's Bridal Shower!

It was a low-key sort of shower... very intimate, no weird games, and a beautiful bride excited for her upcoming nuptials. There was family, friends, food and laughter. Nothing better than that! Plus a few gifts to top it off ;) And what a gorgeous day it was... perfect for a shower. Mom, Brit and I decided on the Cudahy Public Library for the venue. They have a beautiful room they rent and reading is Sarah's favorite thing to do. It just made sense. About half way through the shower, Sarah presented me with my 'maid-of-honor' gift early... a Coach purse! I jokingly said I wanted a purse a few months back so she and Brandon went out and bought it for me. It's ridiculous how generous they are! Although they did tell me this was payment for everything I'm going to be doing for their wedding... too funny.

All-in-all I'd say we threw a very successful bridal shower. Sarah really had a good time and that's all that matters. Now onto the FUN part... bachelorette party next month! We'll see how a 35 week preggo can handle THAT fun task ;)

Sarah and Brandon - Engagement Pictures!

Last Wednesday, we headed down to the lake and then to Grant park for Sarah and Brandon's engagement photo shoot. It was great spending time with both of them. Because he lives so far and works crazy hours, I don't get to really ever see him. We laughed a LOT. Kennedy also had a blast. It was her first time down by the lake, so she kept herself busy by throwing tons of rocks into the water. She was pretty cute. She and Brandon became best buds pretty quickly too. That was sweet to see :)

I'm so happy they wanted ME to capture these sweet moments of them together. I'm excited for the wedding!!! Who thought I'd EVER say that?! Yes, it's been a very difficult road letting my sister go, but I know she's in good hands. I love you both very much... July 15th is coming quickly!!!!