Summer Fun I heart faces photo contest

I love this photo-embodies all that summer is about! I love little Ayden's serious face!
Sammy ( in the hat) had a blast play in the pool with everyone that day!

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Gracefully Daisy

sweet summer breakfast

July 21st 

A sweet morning breakfast for Sam and me! Sweet Sam sized pumpkin zucchini muffins with whipped pumpkin butter.-for me- I'm also enjoying Greek yogurt and fruit with almonds.

Daddy left Sam half of a banana and he is having that in his mini kiwi, strawberry, and banana salad.

Gracefully Daisy

I heart faces-a touch of sun

I love this picture of Sam.
 The sun kissing his cheeks is so sweet, making the shadows fall in just the right places.

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Gracefully Daisy

1/2 Marathon

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Today, I am absolutely astounded at what my body is capable of doing when I set my mind to it. 
The day started out beautifully-perfect temperature for running! The breeze played across our faces and cooled us down! I enjoyed the beginning of the trail under the trees, next to a river, over bridges and open fields! 
I love that my darling running partner ( AKA the love of my life) and I were able to run our first half marathon together! we have done so many firsts in our 3years and 9 months of being married- glad this one is added to our list! 
By the end of the race I really wanted to just walk but we made such great time that we were going to be able to finish under 3 hours. I would have been happy with 3 but Josh always believed I could finish under three! so I ran my little heart out and my knees were screaming, my feet were protesting but the words of encouragement being spoken next to me were louder! I could not have done it without the Love of my life next to me! Thank you babe! you are the best! I am your number one fan! 


I leave you with this...

1 Corinthians 9:24

The Message (MSG)

 ^24-25You've all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. You're after one that's gold eternally.

1 Corinthians 9:24

English Standard Version (ESV)

 ²⁴Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.

~Gracefully Daisy

Sammy's 1st birthday party

tutorial found here

What a blessing this year has been! Our little guy has filled our lives with so much joy! we had a beautiful afternoon full of friends, family and laughter! it was a joy to watch Sammy open up all of his presents and play with his new toys! I believe we left the party feeling like a little kid again! loved it!
Gracefully Daisy

Spending time with cousins in Texas

We had a great time in Texas! these are a few pictures with the cousins.
We are waiting for some pictures from our Sato cousins and will post those when we get them! =)


Gracefully Daisy

experiencing a wonderful weekend!

I have been gone for quite a while! I can't believe how fast time passes!
I have been away for a whole month and have been very busy!

here are a few things I have been working on:
1. a little boy who now loves to walk keeps me walking too!
2. a dear friend is going to have a baby and I planned and hosted an owl baby shower for her-can't wait to show pics!
3. We visited Texas and met our sweet new nephew Nathaniel David
4. Josh and I are training for a half marathon to happen on the 17th of this month-exhausting...
5. My friend Liz and I have been sewing... well it was really my first time ever...and I need more practice but we had two great craft days and we made some super cute owls! -can't wait to show you!
6. and last but not least have been planning my little cubby's first birthday party who is now turning 1 on September 8th!

I am in complete shock but I am doing well and we are going to have a wonderful green eggs and Ham inspired birthday party tomorrow!

More pictures to come!

Made by the beautiful Bernadette check out her Etsy page

Gracefully Daisy