A Party to Remember...

Back to a normal level of crazy! The party is over and fun was had by all, at least that's what they tell me. Ryan had an amazing time at his 30th Birthday Party. He/we really have an amazing group of friends. Thank you all who came to celebrate my husbands special day.

He knew many aspects of the party...ie that there was one, and it was likely at our home. Other than that, the who's and what's were all a surprise. Which made it fun to watch him as people walked in, and the band began setting up.

I hired the Adam Woodall Band to play the party. If you haven't heard them, you really are missing out! They play several gigs throughout our city, and are unbelievable. You must check them out.
It really made the night. The live music gave all something to watch...and after a few drinks, something to dance to.


Being respectful of our neighbours, and only one noise complaint (not bad!), we shut the band down at midnight and all were gone by 1:00. A respectful hour...and an hour that I think spared my husband meeting porcelain!

Amazing friends, music, conversation, wine and food. A fun evening and a successful THIRTY.

Pre Party Dinner

~more pics to come~

Post-it's and Paper...

There has been so much going on lately that I cannot live without my pen and paper to ensure I write down every flitting thought; otherwise i don't think anything would be getting done!
I feel like I have no time to breathe lately, but honestly, I am not complaining. It is a good thing to be busy. It seems as if, and i am not sure if this is true for all, when I am busy with one avenue in life, everything seems to kick up at the same time. Now it is the balancing act to ensure all is done; and that all is done correctly!

I have been so crazy with party planning, birthday surprises and a child-free vacation after Ryan's birthday that our personal life was taking on its own form of busy. Now add real estate picking up with lots of showings and offers being negotiated...and I have found a new scale of busy. And I cant forget the pre and post natal fitness classes I have been subbing along with a new interest in a prenatal training program by some new moms I now have to develop...and in a crazy way (cause clearly I am!) I am loving it all!

I am happy and satisfied, as long as I can put my best self forward in all of these avenues...and so far it is all coming out ok! And in a few weeks time, I will have a week of R & R with my amazing husband...some quiet time...sans kids!

Another update that I am behind on is Si's legs!
We had our follow-up appointment with the pediatrician a few weeks back and her legs are getting straighter every time! When she walks, she still shows a bow; but how they can judge progress is by pulling their legs together while lying down to see if the bones aline straight...and they went straight! So it really is a matter of time that will heal in this circumstance and we are so relieved. She is running fast and climbing high already...those little legs have not and will not hold her back!!

I had to sit and write for a few minutes to unload my brain...now its time to do the laundry, have a workout, clean the house, take dog to the vet, pick up party supplies, write and offer, drop of documents, play with the kids, show a house...you get the idea.

Hope your Tuesday is a great one!

"As busy as I claim to be, I've still got the greatest job in the world. " ~Peter Criss

Painting Parties and Giveaway...

First order of business...the Hockey Game. We were not to impressed over here on many accounts! The ref's, the Canucks, Lu...the Bruins cheap shots. In fact, Si thought it was so bad that it warranted another painting party...and Ryan figured he may as well clean it up with one of our new rags; a playoff towel from one of the games we were fortunate enough to go to. Enough said. Hope Wednesday night BRINGS IT! So does our carpet!

I have a busy day ahead, more party planning do! Should be fun! A little anxious about the sitter we have watching the kids; not worried about the kids themselves, just the state of the house when I arrive home!

And now...for a Giveaway Contest!!
Go check out KeKe Kraze.
KeKe Kraze was founded by Cheryl, a woman whom resides in Chilliwack, BC.  Cheryl crochets adorable hats and photography props (i.e. hammocks) for babies, children and adults.
Her crocheting ability is amazing, and her items are unique and sized and colored to your specifications.
And the most amazing aspect of it all, 100% of all monies raised go to "Water For Life". Cheryl's goal is to dig a water well that costs $4800.

Here is the Giveaway.
A hat made just for you (or your little one) from KeKe Kraze!!
Go to KeKe Kraze's link and scroll through Cheryl's large database of items. If you are the winner of my giveaway, name announced Friday, then you will be able to select a hat of your choice and determine the color combination along with size you would like to order! Amazing deal and even better cause.

Here is how to enter for Friday's Draw:

1) Comment by entering your name (either here or on While They Are Sleeping's fb page)

And for the following you will score and extra vote per item you do...

2) Like While They Are Sleeping on Facebook
3) Vote for me on Top Mommy Blogs my clicking the icon in my signature.
4) Like KeKe Kraze on Facebook

Easy! Contest winner drawn Friday morning; entries in my 11:59pm Thursday night. Good luck!

And to add to the excitement of Friday...a Fabulous Friday Celebrity Interview to look forward to.

Happy Tuesday!