Anticipation…

In anticipation of my 40th birthday party this evening, I had an impromptu photo shoot with my paper flowers that will be the decorations. The theme is Funky Fiesta. I got the idea from a party room my mom showed me when we were at a mexican place in Midland this summer. I knew I was having a dancing/country party at my friend’s barn. I’ve known that for 2 years. I start planning early I guess. But this vision of paper flowers at the restaurant sealed the deal for the decorations. I searched online for the perfect flowers and was disappointed with the cost. So, I started searching for “how to” videos and such. I found PLENTY. So, I happily went to good ol’ Hobby Lobby and bought a rainbow of paper.

I decided to bring it to Ladies Coffee Night a few weeks ago and we had quite a festival of paper. It was one of the most fun evenings I’ve had in a long time. My mother-in law always says that half the fun of something is the planning of it. She was certainly right in this case. I could NEVER have finished this many flowers all by myself. And now I have not only a collection of unique party decorations but a reminder of how blessed I am with so many friends.

When I look at these flowers, I don’t just see beautiful colors and festivities waiting to happen. I see individual people who bring me lasting joy and celebration on a daily basis. I can’t wait to go to my party and share in celebration with so many people—each as unique and lovely as my paper flowers.

(Richard nearly killed himself hanging lights last night over the dance floor/driveway —I’ll have a tribute to him later.Hopefully some pictures tonight will show off his work.)

Now, on to creating the perfect outfit to wear. I want it to express my “inner Dixie Chick.” Fun. Fun. Fun.

Too bad you only turn 40 once!

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