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My sister turned the big 3-0 in March. I found the idea on pinterest in October to gather letters from thirty people from her life whether from her past or present to write a letter. I started the project in early December to help ensure I'd have all the letters in time, and that it was ready in time for her birthday. I sent out messages to people by e-mail and by facebook. I explained to them what I was doing, and if they would write a memory they have with her. I left the format completely open and had them write it anyway they wished. Some people wrote their favorite memories or expressed their love and appreciate for their friendship with her. Many people e-mailed their responses to me or sent by snail mail. So many people were so sweet and clever with it. Some sent in pictures, and others sent in sweet cards. I gathered letters from her kindergarten teacher, her best friend from 8 - 18 years old, old boyfriends, family and friends who are like family, and friends from every chapter of her life. I loved being able to read the letters, and they all shared a common topic about what a wonderful and loving person she is.

Happy Birthday Charity!

I am so thankful you're stuck with me forever :)

Happy Birthday Cameron!!

I love birthdays, and I love turning them into birthday weekends. Cameron turned 26th on Thursday. Hooray! We decided to take a half day of work on Friday and go golfing. This was my first time ever on a course. It was a perfect fall day. Bless Cameron for being patient with me as I learned. Luckily the course wasn't crowded and we were able to take our time and enjoy being out there.

Cameron says at least his golf swing is better than Charles Barkley's. ;)

Saturday we went to Texas Roadhouse for Cameron's birthday dinner with Spencer and Ashley. And enjoyed some delicious apple crisp with blue belle vanilla. (Thanks Margo for the recipe. It was delicious!) 

Happy Birthday Cameron!! 

I love you to the moon & back. 

one year older...

So this is what I wake up to on the morning of my birthday. Cameron woke up early, and decorated our apartment. Made the cute little banner, and got a little princess sticker happy, blew up the balloons, and hung up the streamers. He surprised me by taking the day off work and played hookie. We spent the day at Schlitterbahn, and spent the evening relaxing and eating ice cream cake on the sofa. Best birthday ever I must admit. Cameron - you are the best & I love you to the moon and back. xoxo!!




Also my sneaky sister organized this for my birthday. She sent family and friends an email with an assigned postcard to send to me in the mail. So my mailbox was flooded all birthday week with sweet notes from some of my favorite people. Thank you!! I was deeply spoiled for my birthday.


"I'm so glad you were born." Cutest & best thing ever. One of my absolute favorite things ever is sending/receiving cards. 

I do believe every birthday should involve a birthday celebration all week. Best thing ever.