Mother's Day

BB's Wedding Day

I have seen some pretty gorgeous wishlists throughout the blogosphere for Mother's Day this Sunday. I would be lying if I said there wasn't one or two things I would like to have. But with my Mom's birthday last week and Sunday around the corner I haven't really thought about anyone else but her. So while I love each and every one of your mother's day gift ideas, here is what I want from you:

I want you to cherish your mother this Sunday. I want you to hug her tight and look into her eyes and tell her how much she means to you. Most of my friends are moms themselves and we are just starting to realize what it means to truly be a Mother. I want you to be thankful for every single thing she does for you. Every single thing. 

Especially:

That she can drive to visit you by herself.

That she can help you decorate your home.

For the way she spoils your children.

That she is your emergency contact.

That she can order take-out and come over with movies.

That she can whip up a wonderful dinner.

That she can text/email/skype/facebook you.

That she can enjoy a good book and call you to discuss.

That she knows when you are going through a rough time and calls to check up on you.

That she helps you have some free time by taking your kids.

That you two can go shopping together and almost pick out the same outfits.

That she works hard at her job or volunteer work and has a passion for what she does. 

That she gives you suggestions on what make-up to use, what clothes to wear, what the "hot" shoes are this season.

That she reminds you of important events in the family.

You aren't supposed to look better than the bride Mom!!!

I want each and every one of you to appreciate these things on Sunday. And every day. I want you to know how amazing your mothers are and be THANKFUL for everything they do for you. Whether it is worrying too much about you, forwarding a silly email, calling to make sure you made it home or giving your kids too much ice cream. I want you to LOVE these things and be aware that they are not forever. Because...

Alzheimer's has taken these things away from my Mother. 

This is not a request for pity. I don't want you to feel sorry for us. I want the emotion you are feeling to empower you to hug your mom a little tighter this Mother's Day. This is a request for all of us to take a minute out of our crazy tweeting/facebooking/instagramming lives and let our Mother's know what they mean to us.

I love you BB. 

Moving into Charlotte house

Wedding dress shopping! I wish I got her skin!! (thanks Dad)

F's 1st Birthday

Thanksgiving 2011

Pi Phi Parents Cocktail 2002. How gorgeous is she?!

Busy Bee!

ALZ Blondes vs Brunettes Powder Puff Game May 4th at 6:00pm!

I'm sorry for not blogging! I told you March was a crazy month! We are both finally feeling back to normal and now F has pink eye...SWEET!

Here is what I have been up to...

Party Prep! How much do you love the Dollar Tree? F's birthday party might as well be sponsored by them. AND....I have been on the hunt for this "silver look" plastic cutlery and found it! No I won't throw it away....I'm going to wash & reuse! So trashy classy!

My first football practice is this Sunday for the Blondes vs Brunettes game to END ALZ! I'm so excited to be team Brunette (Faux Redheads are Free Agents) and can't wait to meet all the girls! If you would like to donate the link to my page is here. I mostly focus on the Walk to END ALZ in the fall but this event looks like so much fun!

I think I need to recruit a few Carolina Panthers to come cheer us on! Or any New Orleans Saints want to come???!!!!!!

I joined Team Brunette but who knows what color my hair will be by then!

BB & I at the walk in September

The Gym. I have been going at least 4 x a week and can finally see results. I am 4 pounds from my goal weight and I'm kind of proud of myself! (Not to toot my own horn or anything). Losing weight is hard, eating healthy is hard but the benefits in the long run are worth it. And even though it isn't Lulu, my outfits aren't awful! And guess what....Its all WAL-MART.

I hate self photos. No face shot b/c I am broken out like a 13 year old. (Thinking it is the new Bobbi Brown foundation) Top $5.33, Sports Bra $5.76, and Pants $11.28. Seriously, I think those are the wackjob prices. But honestly, I'm in this gear for the morning, go to the gym at lunch and its done. Why spend so much! Speaking of Wal-Mart.......

Interesting Fact: Filmed at the Tchoupitoulas St. Wally World, but inside at the Harahan location.

A HUGE thank you to Melissa and Amy for nominating me for the Liebster Award! I promise to post those details tomorrow!

I took a spin around Sleepy Poet this past weekend. I was in a hurry but saw a few pretty things...

Too fun! But not for $255

Erin this is so you!

Erin this is so you too!

Erin this is so you three!

Love this light fixture...damn short ceilings.

Love these brass fireplace screens. I HATE the big empty hole that sits there all summer.....ferns didn't do the trick, any ideas?

Pretty glass pitcher with Sailboat. Perfect for Bloody Mix, Milk Punches, Screwdrivers, Margaritas....etc.

What have you been up to?

xo

Not a single person liked this on facebook. WTF! I'm shaking mine!