Happy August! Welcoming you with open arms! Geez, can you believe that school is beginning in just a few days/ weeks? It's amazing how fast a good thing can quickly go. Just like your favorite protein shake is gone, it seems, before you even get started! *sigh* I am not one to complain though. I don't have children going into school- only a husband- whom is already gone for work as it is so it seems like I'm still living the summer life when school's in! At least till fall rolls in (and oh goodness I can smell the sweet apple butter and the warm cider right now.... I wouldn't mind having fall right now! However... I've never had a Montana fall- not to mention a Butte one. Excited for what festivities are to come this fall!) Calling all mothers- can you describe to me you emotions and feels of when your first turned one? I think we all can agree that time became an enemy and went way too fast! Just this weekend, my first turned one and what an emotion-evoking day that was! I cannot accept the fact that she has turned one already! It scares me of how fast time really goes by! It only seemed like two weeks ago (because, to be honest, the phrase "it feels like yesterday" doesn't seem to apply to me. I do think time has passed in between...) I was in the hospital with my husband, swimming in joy with the sight of our newest addition! It gave me a beautiful perspective on who I am supposed to be as a woman in this world. My calling is to be a mother- the best I can be- and raise my children in the light of the gospel of Jesus Christ. With my little one turning one, it gives me a reminder that heaven is always near when my daughter is near! I love my little girl! And so, there are a few things that some should know about me since we got on the subject of birthdays : 1- I'm a foodie. 2- A secret desire of mine is to be a food artist and photographer 3- I may not reach a "Pinterest Perfect" memory, but I try to go all out on the birthday thing (This is a recent discovery for myself!) After searching the web- and my trusty procrastination companion, Pinterest- I found the most heavenly cake I have ever tasted in my life- I swear! I typically try to swap out ingredients to make things healthy- but I didn't for this one. And frankly, I am grateful I didn't. Then again not so grateful with how many pieces I ate... It's called Fresh Apple Cake by The Baker Mama (hyperlink in the name) and it is worth a shot to make! You guys would be denying yourselves some high-calorie, moist, heavenly goodness, which you would sorrowfully regret. I made a cake for little one to smash into, however, her parents taught her well and shared with dad first! :) ha ha! She was shy at first but definitely broke in! And there she goes! :) Dang that was good cake.... fresh apple cake man... and sorry.. I couldn't help using such a great and favorite fruit of mine for her birthday cake. Speaking of apples, thanks for those who responded to my survey, on the latest post! It helped me so much! I have resorted to working on my next apple piece series with option ONE It was awesome to start working on it and am excited to see the result of it! Please contact me if you desire a piece done or want to see something painted! I'm always open for commissions! I am praying that one day I could sell at least one piece... that would be neat (*dream of a young, married, mother of 1 baby artist*) I would love to hear comments and recommendations! It is hard to get painting with a busy child, but I try to make due! I love you guys! Now if you don't mind.... I'm going to go eat some Fresh Apple Cake... GO
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