a party … decorations … and graduation
June 2, 2009
Saturday was the day that we celebrated Breezy’s homeschool graduation with a graduation open house where family and friends gathered to congratulate her.
There was, of course, plenty of preparation involved. But it was all a joy to know that it was for that dear sister of mine.
{me decorating the tree by Breezy}
When the majority of the food was prepared, I had the wonderful privilege of making the decorations. The decorations were garlands of triangles and rectangles that Maggie and I hung on the branches and around the trunk of our large oak tree.
{straw around the tree}
We borrowed straw from our granny to place around the tree as extra sitting places.
{garlands in the tree by Breezy}
I believe that Saturday was the most festive our yard has ever looked. Simply charming!
{family & friends by Maggie}
There were many who visited and congratulated Breezy, both those who were near and those who were far. It was so good to fellowship with one another!
{two pretty ladies}
{around the tree}
{Momma, Breezy, & Daddy}
The Lord has greatly blessed me with such a wonderful father, mother, and sister!
Breezy, I am so thankful to have such a wonderful sister — you mean more to me than you can know! Your friendship has blessed me greatly and I look forward to seeing what the Lord has in store for your future, dear one! I love you!
“Whatever you do, do your work heartily,
as for the Lord rather than for men,
knowing that from the Lord you will receive
the reward of the inheritance.
It is the Lord Christ whom you serve.”
Colossians 3:23-24
While living the life my Lord has blessed me with, I am at home with my family enjoying being a daughter, homemaker and artist. My highest goal is to give glory to God and enjoy Him forever. It is He that has saved me with His amazing grace and is continually molding me; to Him I owe everything. Read more . . .
Oh, I love the garland idea! It is so cute! I am definitely going to make some of my own. :D
It looks like you had a lovely day! What a lovely picture of Breezy with your parents; she is so beautiful.
Have a very bright, very cheerful day!
Miss Eyebright
How fun. :) It looks wonderful!
Congratulations, Breezy!!!!!!!!!!
What beautiful decorations!
Congrats, Breezy! May God bless you!
Blessings!
Joyfully in Jesus,
Elizabeth
What a beautiful open house!! Maybe when I graduate (I still have three years until then… :-D ), I should have my open house outside too.
The garlands are so cute, they must have been fun to make.
Gotta go, bad storm coming!!!
4Him,
~Hannah
It was a wonderful day. She was worth every mile we drove to get there and back. :D
We love you all so much!
Miss you,
Marie :)
Emily, you are such a sweet sister, and I appreciate your skill in the preparation and decor. I’ll always love you bunches!
An ocean of affection,
-Breezy
You have such a beautiful family! Congrats to Breezy!!
Congratulations, Breezy! Keep up that creativity and honor the Lord with it!
Hi Emily Rose,
What lovely decorations! And congratulations to Breezy! :) I wish I could invite you to my graduation party – but it would be a little too far to drive. :D
Blessings!
~Julia
It was such a lovely graduation…and post! The garlands were lovely and I am stealing the idea for MY graduation party:)
It was indeed such a bittersweet moment but I enjoyed every minute.
Looks like a alot of fun!!!!!! I love the garland idea!!!
What kind of camera and lens do you use.I am going to start saving up for one and I love the way all your pictures turn out!! Thanks!
Emily
Congratulations, Breezy! :>)
What a wonderful party!!!
Every picture is fabulous!!!!
Love & Blessings~ Jen
What adorable decorations!
I absolutely love the decorations!! Fantastic colors.
And congratulations to Breezy!
Congratulations, Breezy!! The party looks just beautiful. :D