where's my makeup brush?!

Ever have THOSE mornings?  The ones where you can't find ANYTHING.

This particular morning, it was my eye make-up brush.

So, in usually manner, we are in a RUSH to get Briley to school ON TIME, and so I head out the door eyeshadow-less.

I happen to look back at the little VT dressed girl in my rearview mirror to find this:

My make-up BRUSH in full use.

Unbelievable.  No, NOT REALLY. 

MY valentines

I am afraid there is some of my mother in me.  That is actually not a bad thing, just a figure of speech. :) 

When we were little (like through college little :), we would come home to doors decorated, banners hung and cards galore.  My mom loved to decorate for any and all occasions - she was the 'bmw' as we referred to her - 'best mom in the world'.  And the title is still hers.  

After a weekend of celebrating Valentines with my babe, it was time for Travis and I to celebrate with our little babe.  

We had flowers sent to her kindergarten class.  She was the only one to get them - spoiled little thing.  

 

I surprised Daddy and Briley with a little table decor I rounded up. 

 

 

i love shopping for her. (a little too much - nah!)

And even made a little treat.  Oh my gosh!  Is there hope for me in the kitchen?  Here is a another prime example of a HUMOROUS HAPPENING.  I gave up icing the other half.  

 Until next Valentine's Day. <3

lots of love, little blog posts

That pretty much sums up February.  Actually, it's more like, lots of love, no blog posts...but whatever.  Whose keeping track anyway? ;)

For the record, I have the sweetest guy.  For the record, we go to the most awesome church.  For the record, we are part of the absolute best small group.  For the record, it mas my most favorite valentine's day. EVER. 

The men suprised their gals with dinner.  We had NO idea (wellllll, I am married to Travis - who is a lot like me and sooooo maybe I had a little idea). :)  

It was wayyyyy better than anything I could have cooked - absolutely delish. 

Steve and Deb.  Our fearless leaders.  The most welcoming and warm spirited people you will ever meet. 

Luke and Taylor.  The North Carolinians and fellow cheerleader!  Preppy and Fun all wrapped into one.

Adam and Rachel.  The giving hosts for the evening.  So down to earth and relaxing to be around. 

Jonathan and Beth.  Sweetest people with huge hearts.  Great parents to the cute Evan. 

Charlie and Kate.  Not pictured.  :(  

They were out of town due to becoming an Auntie and Uncle - yay!
BUT...if they were pictured.


Charlie and Kate.  Hysterical, artsy and extremely talented.  What Joys!

Travis and Corri.  Us. :)

  
After eating entirely too much, the night continued with the traditional chocolate for each lady. 




rock that cheer head, girl

 
And then a poem, written by each hubby for his wifey.  They took turns - some were funny (very funny), but all were sweet (very sweet). 


In my case, I didn't get a poem.  I got a 'speech from the heart' and a gift which I LOVED.  

First of all, I love these globes.  Whenever I see these little guys, I want a one or map or something of the sorts.  Big, small, it doesn't matter.  I LOVE THEM.  


Babe said he knew I would like this and it reminded him of a trophy, like a trophy wife (how fitting -ahem).  Catch the engraving? "Corri - you mean the world to me." (cue - awwwww)

IF tags were allowed on blogs, the above would be tagged, "trophy wife looking a mess, valentine's trophy" 

And that, Ladies and Gents, was the most perfect Valentine's Day celebration.
*until you see the one I post about next which will include our little valentine, Briley Girl.

bee mine, valentine.

Sleepovers are FUN.  

Especially when you are 5 years old.  

Meet Krislyn, one of Briley's very best friends.  They have known each other since they were 2 and are all too quickly growing up.  *bittersweet*

I've never really been a Valentine's girl, but ever since joining the blogging world (oh, who am I kidding, I am not really a blogger as in actually making a freakin' post, but definitely a blog reader), I have become super obsessed with all things holiday and a reason to go 'all out'. (except for on the blog - sorry people). 

So we embarked on a sleepover to indulge ourselves in all things red and pink. :)

 First up - a yummy treat.  Of course, I saw this on a blog and for the life of me, can't remember where, so I can't give proper credit.  Oppsie! 


This is my kind of melting - in a plastic tray in the microwave.  Ya'll know by now that I DO NOT DO STOVES. 

Next - a little homemade crafty delight (with daddy's help of course...) 

Bee Mine?  
I would be Babe and Briley's valentine any day of the week any week of the year.  
Love em' both. 
xoxo