Lunch Bunch at Amanda's

My friend Amanda is one creative mommy! She has been that way as long as I have known her. So, it comes as no surprise to me that she spruces up her playgroups when she is the hostess.

The Juice Bar

The Coffee (CAFFEINE!) Bar

Amanda printed labels in a cute font for the throw away coffee cups

Amanda labeled each child's cup with "little" and then the mommies name..."little christi". Really cute idea...especially if you are just meeting new moms and their little ones!

The Breakfast Bar

Carb overload! Shh, don't tell...all of these yummy breakfast treats came from Walmart!

And of course there was an activity for the older kids.

Now on to Amanda's most recent play group! Today she set up a pizza bar with many toppings. The crust was pre-made and purchased from HEB.

Thank you Amanda for sharing these fun and affordable ideas!! You can read more about the playgroups on her blog.

Happy Easter!!!

Happy Easter to you and your families! Thank you so much for reading and for inspiring me everyday! Here is a picture of my two little men at an Easter egg hunt this morning.

Now it's time for me to start baking and getting things ready for our family meal tomorrow! What are you serving? We are going to feast on brown sugar glazed ham, corn pudding, twice baked potatoes, sauteed mushrooms and peas, sour cream rolls, coconut meringue pie and an almond cake!! Can't wait! I'm also going to bake banana bread and pecan pie muffins and serve a pear champagne cocktail.

Again, Happy Easter!

xoxo,

Christi

PS - I wish I could edit out the pink caution tape they put up for perimeters for the egg hunt! Oh well, at least it's pink for Easter and not that awful bright yellow construction tape.

Real Parties: An Easter Egg Hunt!

I'm looking forward to a fun filled Easter weekend with my family and close friends! I love this time of year! The weather has been beautiful, so hopefully it will stay that way for all of the egg hunts we are going to.

If you are in need of a few last minute ideas for your Easter party, here is an egg hunt put on by Sheek Shindigs. The snack table is dainty and pretty and I think the "fruit flowers" are precious! The kids hunted for eggs, decorated cookies, dyed eggs and played a lot!

Be sure to HOP on over to Sheek Shindigs to see more pictures from the party!

Happy Easter!!!

life is SWEET, so eat lots of TREATS

For those of you who read my blog often, know that I have a MAJOR sweet tooth. So, please let me introduce you to my two newest obsessions!

Cake balls by Patty Cakes are heaven in a small ball. They are delicious and mouth watering! The company is based in Dallas, but you can order them online and have them shipped anywhere! Trust me, you definitely want to try these out. I have many more flavors left to try, but so far, my favorites are the strawberry and classic vanilla.

I was just introduced to Sue B Sweets yesterday at my youngest son's playgroup. Let's just say I ate poor Conrad's cookie and a few Easter bunnies after that. Sue B Sweets is located in Corpus Christi, but again, she will ship anywhere. Her prices are great as well! There is some special ingredient in these divine cookies. Amaretto maybe?? Check out her Facebook page to see her numerous designs.

The Surprise Party Was Perfect!

The surprise 70th birthday party for my Dad this past Saturday night was absolutely perfect!! He truly had no idea and was overcome with emotion. I cannot wait to share the pictures with you which will probably be in a few weeks! Thank you to everyone who sent their well wishes for a successful weekend! It truly was a night to remember.

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