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Monday, June 3, 2013

I Survived 5

It's official.  Grace turned 5.






We celebrated.  (Don't worry, you'll get your post party invitation in a few days.)

And, then came the aftermath of the celebration.


The mess.


After completing nearly everything on my list, for the big celebration...


I was exhausted.  When all was said and done, this momma decided to celebrate that I survived.

 

And, then we decided we needed to escape. 

So, we packed up and went to Wisconsin...for an entire week. 

 
The entire family escaped for the adventure.





And, now we are home. 

Did you miss me?  Because I missed you!
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26 comments:

  1. TashaJune 3, 2013 at 5:55 AM

    I did! I did miss you!
    ANd can't wait to see the pictures from her party.

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  2. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapJune 3, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    I have been MIA for almost 3 weeks :) so, yes, I missed you. Glad you survived

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  3. DanaveeJune 3, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    I MISSED YOU!!!!!!!!!! I love the last two photos.

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  4. Mel@Mellywood's MansionJune 3, 2013 at 6:35 AM

    Was there any doubt we'd miss you, your post party shots have me exhausted looking at them, for all the mess it must have been an awesome party :) the holiday pictures look amazing! Welcome back! Xo

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  5. acasarellaJune 3, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    I did! I did miss you!! And I am waiting (impatiently) for the party reveal. Looks like you have a great trip, though. Much deserved, too :)

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  6. Tara @ SuburbleJune 3, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    I'm so excited to read the party post! The scene on the dock looks so beautiful; I'm sure that you had a lovely time!

    (p.s. Cupcake is one of my favourite wines, too!)

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  7. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    Yay for 5! Does that mean you will have a Kindergartener soon? Can't wait to see the party post.

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  8. Our Pinteresting FamilyJune 3, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    So glad the party was a success. Your trip to WI looks very peaceful and relaxing. I missed you! :)

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  9. SarahsworldJune 3, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Birthday parties are very exhausting! I'm sure you're time away was much deserved.

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  10. lisacngJune 3, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    Happy 5th birthday! Love the mature 5 in grass! And LOVE that you went to Wisconsin for a week after the bash. Was it planned or spontaneous? Love your dog on the paddle board!!!

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  11. Estelle Grace TudorJune 3, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Can't wait to see the party pics! Looks like a lovely trip, you certainly deserved it!

    Hugs, Estelle xx

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  12. The Bean Sprout NotesJune 3, 2013 at 1:11 PM

    That's awesome that your dog can wakeboard (is that what it's called)! Looking forward to seeing party pics

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  13. mwimpJune 3, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    yes absolutely!!

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  14. Full Circle CreationsJune 3, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    I missed you! But glad I got to "talk" with you while you were gone too! :) Can't wait to see all the pictures!

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  15. Carla from The RiverJune 3, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    Ha, love the photo of your dog!!
    Glad you had fun in Wisconsin! My home state. :-)
    Glad you are back.

    And, Happy Birthday to that sweet 5 year old girl.

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  16. Heather @ The Beating HearthJune 3, 2013 at 7:05 PM

    I just sat down today to plan my soon to be 5 year old's party...from the aftermath, yours looks like it was a success. Let's hope girl, Teenage Mutant Ninja turtle party goes off just as well.

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  17. Sew a Fine SeamJune 3, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    If that moss covered 5 is any indication of the party decor I can't wait to see it! Wasn't it about this time last year when I discovered you and your awesome Big Top tent from party for a 4 year old?!!

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  18. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    So fun! And, Cupcake is yummy - MY FAVORITE (BTW!). Can't wait to see party pics.... I'm sure it was fabulous! Every good party plannin' mommy needs a vacay when it's all said and done... birthday parties are exhausting!

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    1. Amy of While Wearing HeelsJune 6, 2013 at 7:49 PM

      And, I have since learned, sometimes returning from vacations can be equally as exhausting :)

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  19. Danni@SiloHillFarmJune 4, 2013 at 3:26 AM

    I'm glad you survived 5 and I'm really glad you got to get away for a bit. Cupcake wine...yummm! I love that picture of you and Grace on the dock and the one of the dog on the surf board. How fun is that??! Looking forward to the party post because no on throws a party like you!

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  20. AnonymousJune 4, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Glad you survived and yes I missed you. Glad you had a good vacation. I love that your dog stayed on the paddle board - I don't think our puppy (Golden Retriever) would have now that she has learned that she likes water.

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    1. Amy of While Wearing HeelsJune 6, 2013 at 7:48 PM

      Thanks Heather. Our dog hates the water, which might be why she didn't attempt to leave the board :)

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  21. BlissJune 4, 2013 at 7:53 AM

    Mo better get his act together if he is going to keep up with his female counterpart..... he has never surfed before. And did the banana have anything to do with the wine? I gotta know.

    Bliss

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  22. Sam @ Thrive 360 LivingJune 4, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    Um, yes, of course we missed you! Glad you were only gone for a week. Looks like your getaway was just perfect. I'm a little jealous. That dock on the lake looks pretty darn inviting.

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  23. Buttermess AcresJune 4, 2013 at 11:33 PM

    I have been away too long, thought I would drop by & say hi! I still love everything about your blog Amy! Grace looks like she had an awesome birthday party! Wish Mr.Hooah & I could take a get away! (:

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  24. UnknownJune 9, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Congratulations on surviving! Birthday parties should always be followed by a glass of wine (or two) and how smart to add a vacation to that!

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