Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Family

It is so easy to forget what truly matters in our lives. This past week my grandparents visited us in FL, from NH. The trip was wonderful and it was wonderful having most of our family together again; whole. This trip marked the second meeting for my Grandparents and my son. After a week full of joyous memories the time came for our sad goodbyes after a nice family lunch. Outside of the restaurant I took a picture of my son and my grandparents. 
This picture is significant to me in many ways. Of course it is of my son, and his Great Grandparents, but it is also so much more. The shirt my grandmother is wearing belonged to my Great Grandma Barbara, (My Grandfather's mother). Looking back at old family pictures my Great Grandmother always wore that shirt. It is often a family joke to mention the shirt when we think of her. My Great Grandmother Barbara died before getting the chance to meet my son. Looking at this picture of the three of them together shows just how strong a family bond can be. Most importantly it shows what I live for each and everyday. Family is something that  exists in and around our lives each and everyday. Most people do not take notice of when their family comes or goes. They may not kiss their loved ones goodbye each time the part ways, however they have to notice how much it hurts once they are truly gone. Revel in the love of your family. love every second that you spend visiting your grandparents, fighting with your brother and holding hands with the ones you love. You do not realize how lucky you are to have them until they are thousands of miles away.

Monday, July 23, 2012

A picture says a thousand words....

For all of you "new" moms out there here is a post just for you! Well by new, I mean a new baby, so if you are a first time mom, or are on number 5, you can do this with your little ones. The idea is not purely mine. In fact my stepmother did this with my younger brother and sister and when I saw it I thought it was brilliant. Not only is it easy, but it is fun and years later you can look back on this project and all of the lovely memories will flood back to you. It is as simple as taking a picture...well many pictures. On each of your child's monthly birthdays you take a picture. For example: my son was born on July 19, 2011. On August 19th I took his 1 month old photo. Every month I did this, and recently we celebrated his first birthday. Looking back at all of the pictures it is incredible to see how much he has grown. From a tiny 6lb 1.3 oz newborn, to an almost 30lb toddler, the photos are truly amazing. I am so happy I did this project with my son, and will continue to do it with any other children I have later on down the road. Here is how Noah's turned out. 












Looking back at these pictures shows me so many things. Of course I see the growth of my beautiful son, but I am reminded of many precious moments. I am so happy I took each and every one of these pictures.  I have so many pictures of Noah but these tell a story all their own, and one day when he is old enough he will look back and see just how much he grew and I can share all of the wonderful moments with him.

Saturday, July 21, 2012

Dani's CrochetedCreations!

If there is anything you would like crocheted for you or maybe someone special you can head to my fb page,  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Danis-CrochetedCreations/325465730830222?sk=info
I can make anything you may think of, so if you have an idea, simply ask! :)

Add a touch of home...

For my first blog I figured, "why not show them why I'm here?" In today's world it is so easy to go out and pick up birthday supplies from the store. Even easier is to sit at home and order them all online. I know that we all do not have the money needed to simply buy EVERYTHING we need for parties, or life in general. Recently my son celebrated his 1st birthday. (Big I know!) I created a one of a kind Mickey Mouse Birthday themed party for him that cost $0.00. No you did not read that wrong. It cost me absolutely nothing. I have always been crafty, and so I created it all with simple things I found around my house. Old construction paper, felt, decorative glasses... Absolutely everything was handmade. Of course I bought the candy but with the help of coupons the party cost very little. Best of all the memories of the day will surely live on through the gazillion pictures I took. 


Now some may be thinking they could get better results if they had purchased their supplies from a business, but as a mother I know I receive much greater pride in knowing I did this specially for my son and the knowledge that one day he will look back and see how much I did just for him.

For me it is all about the little homemade touches you can add to your life. Whether it be decorations for a party, recipes for your family's dinner or fun crafts to pass the time on a rainy day. All of these things will be included in posts right here on my blog; Dani's Homemade Creations! If you have questions or ideas just send me a message or comment my post.