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In Honor of Our Big Win

11.13.2014

Burlap NFL Team Wreath - House DividedYes, I said “our.” When my team wins, I consider it a personal win. I mean, you take what you can get. And sometimes, a team win is a score for yourself. At least that’s what I told myself when I splurged on shopping the next day. Congratulations me!

Not only did my team win on Sunday, but I also consider this amazing gift a personal score too. My aunt sent us this beautiful housewarming gift, a Packers/Bears House Divided wreath. I know what you’re thinking. Don’t I already have a House Divided wreath that I blogged about? Yes. And while you can find those instructions here, you must know: This new wreath is SO MUCH MORE AMAZING than my old one. The old one’s history! As in Old Testament history. It’s ancient. Unless you’re not super crafty, in which case it’s perfectly perfect for you to make! See what I did there?

My aunt bought this wreath, so I can’t give you instructions. But if you think like I do…”this looks a little too difficult (even) for me,” then you’re in luck: You can buy one from My Ginger Sister’s Etsy store. Or you can just take a look at how awesome they are on their Facebook Page. They have all different styles. I think my favorite might be their holiday wreaths. Weird right? Me, liking holiday things? Phhhh…Burlap NFL Team Wreath - House DividedMaybe someday I’ll get a little more detailed and get into this burlap movement. Until then, I think I’ll stick with the easier crafts. Good thing we can just buy the difficult ones. 🙂

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  1. Britney says

    11.13.2014 at 9:53 pm

    i love the burlap!

    • Shauna841505 says

      11.14.2014 at 10:53 am

      Me too! I’m going to have to venture into this world soon. These wreaths are so full and beautiful!

      • Britney says

        11.14.2014 at 10:04 pm

        they are!! i love the way the burlap ones look and i also love the ones with the christmas ornaments all over them. so cute!

  2. Meli says

    11.22.2014 at 10:20 pm

    PERFECT for the new house! Can’t wait to see it! 🙂

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When we found out our second girl was coming, he famously said he watched the pink smoke hoping it would turn to purple and then blue. The first thing out of his mouth after he really digested it was, “now I have to pay for two weddings.”

And then one day, not long after the second came along, he realized why he’s a a girl dad. Because he couldn’t be more perfect for them. And they are exactly what he needed.
After seeing the beauty of this world, I just don’ After seeing the beauty of this world, I just don’t see how there’s any other option. God’s beauty is in everything, and sometimes I feel sad that I’ll never be able to see it all.
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So now, here we are, on a random weekday, exploring our city. Picking up shells and learning about science. Meeting new people and gaining new friends. There’s so much more than doing lessons at home (although those happen too, don’t worry). There’s a whole big word out there to explore.
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If you had asked me years ago if I would feel like this, I would have told you, “absolutely not. I’m done.” But when a woman gets to a “certain age,” it feels hard to accept. 

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I don’t spend more money than most. A party at a trampoline park is about double (if not more) expensive than this. A party at a park with a jumper? More expensive. It’s not about the money, it’s about the prep.

I spend months in advance planning for my parties. As soon as my girls decide on a theme, I take off (and we don’t do theme switches once anything has been purchased). My biggest money saving tip is to try to get the theme MONTHS in advance. I’m literally planning my daughter’s October birthday party already! 

So for those of you wondering, you absolutely CAN do fun parties on a budget. You just need a little more effort, and a little more time. 💕
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