Girls just want to have FUN.

A few weeks back I had the chance to help plan an 11-year-old girl's birthday party.

I'm not sure who was more excited... me or the birthday girl!

I picked up Rissa from school and took her to the party store where the aisles were lined with every color and party accessory imaginable. 

We had so much fun planning the activities, food, and decorations.

I forget that at this age kids start having strong opinions about what they like/don't like,
so my brilliant idea of making it Valentine's themed ended up not being so brilliant. ;)

 We ended up working around her favorite colors and some of her current interests-- all of which came together just perfect.

It ended up being quite the party and quite a success!

(pardon my iPhone pictures once again...)

Now if only my birthday parties could still be this girly and fun...
xo

Happy happy birthday Mother, dear.

Happy Birthday Mom! 

Thanks for being the amazing woman you are and for all your love.

Hope you are spoiled on this special day!

Love you.

xo

A birthday wish.

On Thursday I turned twenty-two!
I didn't really get to celebrate it due to finals, but it ended up being one of the best.

It started off early when a dear friend took me to a casual dinner and ice cream the night before. 

We got to catch up and reminisce for a short time before it was time to get back to studying.
I'm sure this friend had better things to do that night, but it was just what I needed and meant a lot.

The next day (my birthday) I spent 10 hours in the library and 4 hours taking an exam.
It was a long day and as you can imagine I was pretty exhausted by the time I got home.
Thanks to my cute roommates though, I got to blow out some candles and make a birthday wish.
And lucky me, that wish is already coming true.

So cheers to turning 22... it's one I won't forget!
xo

Happy Happy Birthday, Rachel dear.

I swear spring is the season for bridal showers and birthdays!

Today is cute Rachel's birthday, and I am so excited she is turning the big 22. 

We have the best of times laughing, eating, singing, creating, and dancing together.

I am so grateful for the friend she has been to me, and can't wait for the many memories to come.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY girlfriend!

Love you tons. 

Birthday Wishes.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY 

to my cute sister Tara, who has been my sidekick from day one.

I just love her to pieces and I'm so lucky to have her in my life as not only my sister but my best friend.

xo!

A Jilly-boo birthday.

Happy Birthday Jill!

How I miss this Texas girl, and can't wait until we are reunited in just a few weeks!

Best birthday wishes and lots of love!

Special day for a special lady.

Happy 50th Birthday Mom!

Thank you for always being there for me and for your love.

I couldn't ask for a better mother and best friend.

Love you!

xo

21.

Last week I turned the big 2-1!

(Me on the right blowing out the candles for my 3rd birthday)

As I look back on the past 21 years, I can only be grateful for the memories that have been made, the friends I have become acquainted with, and the trials I have gone through that have helped me get to where I am today.

Cheers to being 21!
Love you all.

One year older but lookin' so good.

happy birthday dad!  

i love you, and am grateful for such an amazing father and for your example. 

i only hope one day i will find a man as good as you :)

love,

your pookie bear.

Becca's big day.

Today is this girl's birthday:

Isn't she adorable?

We met our freshman year in class, and have been friends ever since!

Happy Birthday Becca!

Love you tons!

The big 22.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY 

MARISSA!

Thanks for always being there and for your great example.

I could not ask for a better friend.

I love you and hope you have a fabulous day!

xoxo

nik :)

One year older AND wiser.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RACHEL!

I love singing, swimming, eating, dancing, bike-riding, exercising, shopping, show-watching, chatting, and hanging out with you.

Cheers to the big 2-1. Love you girlfriend!