Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Another Adventure...

My friend Ashleigh and I have started a little blog. We would love for you to stop by and check us out, let us know what you think.

Click the link below--
https://capturesunshine.wordpress.com/



Here Comes the Bride

Along with this past weekend being Mother's day it was also my soon to be sister-in-law's bridal shower.  I had a great time. We skipped the cheesy games and help Sarah finish some of her wedding favors, ate some delicious food, and preview Sarah's self-designed, handmade wedding dress.

The bride making favors and enjoying her guests.


The Dress: designed and sown by the bride.
Sarah's mom past away a couple of years ago, so she won't be able to be physically with us on the big day. We know she will be with us in spirit. Sarah's sister Beth gave Sarah the perfect gift, a photo of their mom from her wedding day, so she can be with Sarah on her big day.  (The far left is Sarah's mom and dad on their wedding day, Sarah's mom, and my parents on their wedding day).


Sarah, welcome to the family, we are so blessed to have you.





Friday, May 10, 2013

Nurture Photography Challenge Spring 2013: Pink/Home

I loved the vibrancy of these flowers. I have no idea what they are but they are both amazingly beautiful. They just make me happy when I look at them. 




My Dad's hat on my parents table.

Fresh Strawberries grown by local little family farm. They are so sweet, juicy, and delcious. 
Stop over and check out the other photos at Bumble and light





Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Cinco de Mayo Favs

I had some friends over for a Cinco de Mayo inspired dinner. I used recipes from Skinnytaste. I discovered Skinnytaste a while back and have loved every recipe I have tried. All the picky palates at the dinner table love her recipes too. Here's my Cinco de Mayo menu breakdown (I didn't take any photos...I was too busy enjoying the food!).  I also made my own mango salsa and pico. I think my favorite was the Mexican "Unfried" Ice Cream. So good!

I love having my house full of friends. It may be one of my favorite ways to spend a Sunday evening.

Salsa Verde Chicken Tostadas



Creamy Cilantro Tomatillo Dressing


 

Chipotle's Cilantro Lime Rice


 


Santa Fe Turkey Stuffed Peppers



Mexican "Unfried" Ice Cream


*all photos are property of skinnytaste.com




Monday, May 6, 2013

Favorite Post of the Week

I have quite a few blogs that I follow that are so inspiring to read. I just love seeing the creativity of others. This world is full of so many talented people. I thought it would be fun to highlight my favorite post or project.


I loved this post from Lil Blue Boo on a happy marriage.

image source: www.lilblueboo.com

Where do you find your inspiration?



Friday, May 3, 2013

Nurture Photography Challenge Spring 2013: Ivory/Dream

This was a tough theme for me. Arizona weather has been down right HOT! With the high temps this last week, anything with blooms has been fried (insert sad face). Ivory flowers/plants are fairly limited in the Arizona landscape. Maybe I should have gone with dream?

I decided to stop by one of our local plant nursery's - Harper's in hopes of finding some blossoms still in bloom.








 And later stopped by the local Lowe's store.


This a moss. I loved the itty bitty miniature blossoms. They are about the size of a pencil eraser.

Stop over at Bumble and Light to check out the other submissions.