His Birthday Weekend

With the exception of a few hours Monday morning, we had a four day weekend! It was awesome!! Friday we relaxed at home, delivered 30 ShaynaMade coupons, drank free coffee from Starbucks, got new phones, and attended a late night Good Friday service. Saturday we slept in a little, had green smoothies for breakfast, got dressed for the big city, ate lunch at the Flying Saucer, and shopped for clothes. Sunday we went to church, then had fabulous birthday/Easter celebrations at our parents' homes. Cookout for lunch and lamb for supper. Monday beckoned for lots of yard work ~ freshly mowed grass and lots of time in the garden. :)  

Spring & Summer Wreath

This beautiful 18" grapevine wreath was handcrafted by my mom with lots of extra tender, love, and care. It is perfect for the Spring and Summer days ahead, with hints of pink, blue, green, and yellow. It is even embellished with a pretty yellow butterfly and a silk pink bow. This wreath is ready to ship and is looking for a door to call its own. I'm sure it will be a cheerful addition to your home. Click here for more details. 

Together we have lots of fun!!

It has been an awesome year, my love! May there be many, many more!! :)

In Atlanta

We were able to venture to Atlanta this weekend to spend time with a dear friend. We enjoyed great food, drinks and late night talks. It was a lovely little get away; just the two of us. In other news, tomorrow marks Tony's twenty ninth year of life. And I must say that I am so very grateful for him. It looks like school work is on the agenda for tomorrow .... but come the weekend we plan on having some fun celebrations!!! :)

{Giveaway} You can win a scarf!

Macaroni Kid (Lagrange, Kinston, & Goldsboro) is hosting a giveaway for one of my handmade lacey scarves--and you can win! Macaroni Kid is a great resource for moms especially, but even I benefit from this weekly newsletter. Danielle (the publisher mom and a long time friend) does a great job of gathering all the local kid-friendly events into one fun and easy-to-read e-mail. She also sprinkles it with lots of great tips and ideas for families. Right now, Macaroni Kid is having a Spring Subscribe-a-thon with some fun giveaways. You can read all about it by clicking here. This is how you can win:

1. First you need to open the entry form . Take note that there are lots of ways to earn extra entries listed at the bottom of the form. For instance...

2. Like Macaroni Kid on Facebook. 

3. Follow Macaroni Kid on Twitter.

4. Like Shayna Made on Facebook.

5. Follow my blog by pressing "follow" there on the left side. You know you want to. ;)

Best wishes everyone! 

Stripes for Nolan

Here's a baby blanket I've been working on for a special little boy. The colors are to match his room decor, think giraffes, lions, elephants, and monkeys. These shots were taken a couple weeks ago when we traveled to Raleigh. I love when I have lengthy riding time during the day as I'm able to get a lot done. The little striped border is now finished and all that's left is to weave in the lose strands. Then it will be packaged pretty and sent to his momma. ;) 

Say hello to my new sparkly shoes!

Saturday night we dressed up fancy, enjoyed lots of fun conversation, sat side by side at a local mexican restaurant, shared a horchata (mexican rice drink), played dress up at the mall, enjoyed the evening thunderstorms, and went for a late night movie complete with popcorn. I am so grateful to God for my amazing husband and all the fun we have together! :) Tuesday was our 99th monthiversary. We celebrated with a nice veggie meal, putting new spark plugs on the car, and school work. Romantic, I know. :)  

In the garden - 04.08.11

Yesterday I spent two hours in the pretty sunshine--fluffing up more soil and planting sunflowers and corn. The birds were kind enough to sing to me as I worked. My pet earthworms seem to be populating well and I only discovered one tiny grub, whom was cast way out into the galaxy (aka the field behind our house). Tony stayed up super late last night and finished all his school work for the week, which means that toniiight is date night!! Can't wait! :)

Do you see me?

I was recently featured in this treasury, "A Glass Full of Lemonaid". :)