A Birthday and a New Look!

Hello, strangers!  I know, long time no hear from, right?  I've got a post scheduled explaining my absence (no big news here, just mommy having trouble working full-time and being mommy!), but for today we'll keep it light.

Yesterday was my birthday and I must say, the best one yet because our little man was here to celebrate with me!  Last year I wanted nothing more than to see our little guy's face for the first time.  And this year I have the best gift of all: he's home!

The fun started Tuesday night when the hubby brought home soup from one of my favorite restaurants and the most beautiful green roses.  Green is my favorite color, so he definitely gets thoughtful points!  I jokingly asked what he was doing because it wasn't even my birthday yet!  He reminded me that I insisted on having "birthday week."  I kept referring to it as such around here.  But hey, why not draw out the celebration!

I woke up yesterday to a happy happy Hayes and then headed to work (much to my dismay because we were supposed to get some "bad" weather here in TN.  Notice I say "bad" because those of you up north just laugh when everything shuts down here in TN with a slight dusting of snow!).  It ended up being a great day though because my sweet students and awesome co-workers were too kind to me!  The hubby, Hayes, and I took it easy tonight at home (Hayes has been exhausted lately and goes to bed at 6:00!). This weekend the hubby and I have BIG plans to go to dinner and a movie to celebrate JUST THE TWO OF US.  This is big news because we haven't been on a date since we brought Hayes home in June!  Crazy, right?!  We did go to my best friend's wedding and rehearsal dinner-which I considered a date, but that's been it for almost 7 months!

I did manage to get one picture to document the big 2-8!  Excuse the tired looking mommy at night after a long day of work!

And notice the new look on the blog?  A big thanks to Jana Gordon again from the etsy shop Little Web Writing Hood.  She did the original design for me and I recently emailed her asking for a little color scheme update.  Love what she did with it!

What about you, Wayman Family Nesters (if you're still out there reading!)?  Any of you have a hot date like I do or have big plans this weekend?

Hayes's Wheels on the Bus Party (Part 1)

We planned Hayes's party for this past Saturday even though his birthday was last Friday.  It was nice not having a party the next day to worry about and being able to enjoy his actual birthday!  I didn't plan it that way on purpose, but it definitely worked out!  I'll probably do that again in the future!

Here are a few pictures from his special day! In order to spare you a barrage of pictures in 1 post, I decided to split it up into 2 posts.  Today's pictures will be of the decor and tomorrow I'll post the family shots.

 I love a good theme, so I went with the "Wheels on the Bus" since that's his favorite song right now.

I had fun decorating our dining room shelves to go with the theme.  And since I'm a teacher, it wasn't too hard to get my hands on most of this stuff!

Close-up of the shelves.  I made the "Happy Birthday" apple banner and taped letters on a large serving dish to make a clock.

The food also went along with the theme: carrots, celery sticks, apple slices, oranges, grilled cheese and PB&J, and pretzels.  Of course, we ate off lunch trays (courtesy of the fabulous lunch ladies at my school!).

Close-up of the adorable (and delicious!) cake and cupcakes made by my WONDERFUL sister!

I found the perfect cupcake toppers from Johnna of Mama Matryoshka on etsy. 

Cartons of milk, juice boxes, and water to drink.

The birthday boy's seat!

Party favors for the little guests.

Mommy and Daddy with the birthday boy!

Birthday boy wearing his cute school bus tee from Nicole of lil' threadz clothing on etsy.  

I can't even believe he's one!  We had such a fun day celebrating our little man!  Stay tuned for more pictures tomorrow!

iPhone 5 Cover Dilemma

Over the weekend, I sneakily selflessly agreed to give the hubby my iPhone 4 (poor guy literally had a dinosaur for a phone!) and test out the new iPhone 5.  Much to the hubby's dismay, I have 3-4 cases for the iPhone 4.  But alas. these will not work for the iPhone 5.  Now I'm on the hunt for a new case.  And yes, I know "one of these things is not like the other" as far as the cases in this round-up go.  But I think it's edgy and pretty.  I'll let you figure out which one I'm talking about....  Help a girl out, Wayman Family Nesters!  Leave your comment with your vote below!  Or feel free to tell me your favorite case.  I'd love to check it out!  It's about time I made a decision since I'm carrying around my phone in a sock!  This is not something I want to jump without doing my research.  A cell phone cover says a lot about a person, don't you think?  Happy Monday!

1. Mint Tribal   2. Made by Girl   3.  Pool Ivory Wreath    4.  Muted Triangles   5. Greek Key 

6. Vintage Skull & Roses   7.  Blue Ombre   8.  Pool Gingham   9.  Colorful anchor      10.  Chevron

Friday Finds: Back to School

Today I'll be thinking of my sweet friends as they welcome their students back to school.  Today will be the first time in about 22 years that I haven't had a first day of school.  I will be home with my little man until October 22.  So while I'm missing my friends, I'm definitely enjoying the time spent at home.  I know if will go by all too quickly!

So in honor of my teacher friends, I've scoured the internet for some of my favorite school supplies.

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What about you?  Do you love school supplies as much as I do?!  Happy Friday y'all!

Friday Finds

Monogram Love!

I just love a good monogram just about as good as the next person, so today I thought I'd share of few of my favorite finds!  Enjoy!

{weddingchicks.com}

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{Tootledoo Designs}

{ohlouisedesigns}

{magichandjewelry}

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{shannonberrey.com}

{studioGdesigns}

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{ellabellanotes}

What about you, Wayman Family Nesters?  Do you share my love of monogams?  Happy Friday all!

Friday Finds

Back to School Love! 

Now that school is back in session for most of us, I thought it would be fun to round up a few of my Back to School etsy finds!  I just love the beginning of a new school year!  It reminds me of my favorite line from one of my favorite movies, You've Got Mail... "I'd send you a boquet of freshly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address."  Ahhh, what a great movie. I would love a bouquet of freshly sharpened pencils. 

{Ecceprints' etsy shop}

{Shop Dirtsa's etsy shop}

{Bambaroos' etsy shop}

{The English Pea's etsy shop}

{Julie Meyer's etsy shop}

{Crab Apple Design's etsy shop}

{Crab Apple Design's etsy shop}

{Risky Beads' etsy shop}

{Slidesideways' etsy shop}

{Plaid Cupcake Designs' etsy shop}

{Vermont Branch Company's etsy shop}

{Jessa Linb's etsy shop}

Do you like school supplies and the excitement of going back to school as much as I do?  Happy Friday Wayman Family Nesters!

Giveaway Winners!

So, I know all my Wayman Family Nesters are on pins and needles waiting to find out if they won the Giveaway from Gus and Lula.



Well, after using random.org to help me, I am excited to announce the THREE winners of the print of their choice from Gus and Lula.

The first winner is comment #35 which came from:

 Me, Myself and I.... said...

So excited to be following the Wayman Family's Journey!!!

Misty, please be sure to contact me at jenwayman@gmail.com.  I didn't have an e-mail address for you.

The next winner is comment #27 which came from:

Heather Bredimus said...

I am a new Facebook fan!
heatherbredimus at yahoo dot com

And our LAST winner is comment #52 which came from:

Designology Interiors said...

I *like* you on facebook! merrynoel@hotmail.com

Congratulations to all of our winners!  I will be contacting the three of you with how to get in touch with the fabulous Britt.  So, start thinking about which print you want!  The bad news is, a bunch of you did not win and are probably very sad right now (since this was such an awesome giveaway).  The GOOD news is that all of Britt's prints are VERY affordable (in addition to being very lovely!).  So check out her etsy shop today and pick out something nice for yourself.  You deserve it!  (You know you do!)

A BIG thank you to Britt for sponsoring this fabulous giveaway!  Happy Friday Wayman Family Nesters!

Giveaway Time!

One of the very first blogs I started reading was the fabulous A Penny Saved, which many of you know is now Gus and Lula.  Brit and I have lots in common!  We both like to blog about our Ethiopian adoptions, interior desgin, and pretty things in general!  But she is WAY more creative than I am. Check out her blog to see pictures of her Ethiopian cutie pies and her awesome DIY projects! 

Britt, has generously offered to give away THREE of her fabulous prints to THREE different winners!  The winners get to choose their favorite!  You will have a hard time choosing just one because they are all so amazing.  Here are just a few of my favorites...

Check out her etsy shop to view more!  Ok, so here's how to enter this FABULOUS giveaway!

You MUST be a follower of our blog to enter. 

For extra entries:

1. Follow Brit's blog, Gus and Lula, viae-mail (at the bottom of her blog)

2. "Like" The Wayman Family Nest on Facebook.

*For each entry please leave a separate comment on this post.  (Ex: If you enter all three ways, leave three separate comments). 

*Please include your e-mail where I can contact you if you win!

*Giveaway ends on Thursday, August 4th.

*The winners will be announced on Friday, August 5th.

Good Luck!