trash the dress {giveaway}

our friends, tim and marijke, got married last year and after the wedding, they did a ‘trash the dress’ shoot. basically they took all kinds of fun pictures and didn’t worry about ruining her dress,since the wedding was over!
you’ve probably seen her modeling our jewelry–isn’t she pretty?! and she is even prettier on the inside! and tim is an amazing guy. we are so glad to know them!

they used our pewter heart with ‘to have and to hold’, their names and wedding date. love it!

*all pics by studio castillero

gorgeous pics! thank you, tim and marijke for sharing them with us.

we are giving away two pewter hearts today!
just leave a comment and tell us what is making your heart happy today.

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**please leave a comment for each entry**

see the pewter heart here, check out our wedding line here

509 comments

  1. I am happy, because I have two kids who are happy and healthy and a great husband who is supportive of all of my endeavors and passions and infinitely loving and kind. Life doesn’t get any better…

  2. My son is making my heart happy today because he has just been so funny lately! We have had fun running errands, playing outside, and just being in each other’s company. I hope his good mood sticks around!

  3. I have a happy heart because I have the best family ever. They bring me joy every single day. I love them so much!

  4. The sunshine and my son! We’ve had gray skies and rain for months and today we have sun! and, my son is home sick so we can sit and snuggle together in the warm sunlight. Nothing gets better than that. oh, yeah, he’s 15 😉

  5. My heart is happy today because we actually have nice weather for once! Rain, wind, cold temps and no sun for weeks on end and now we still have the wind, but it’s sunny and warming up!

  6. My heart is happy because we ate breakfast outside and had two beautiful finches join us while we ate, It is a beautiful Spring day.

  7. I am happy that my husband got a promotion today for a new job. It means moving from Monterey to San Diego. But we will have health insurance again. I love my husband too, and he also makes me very happy!

  8. So lovely, my heart is happy when I think of my three amazing and beautiful children, oh and a clean house 😉

  9. My heart is happy after seeing these pictures…I just celebrated my 1st anniversary over the weekend and the pictures reminded me of the beautiful day God gave my husband and I on our wedding day!

  10. Sunshine and more sunshine this day. We live up North and had some snow on the ground two days ago – I know Spring is somewhere………………..just not here right now!

  11. My heart is happy today because it is finally sunny! We live in canada and have had waaay tooo much winter this year! My trees are budding and the tulips are peeking up through the dirt!

  12. My sweet dog,Betty makes my heart happy! She is always so happy to see me…… my teenage son – not so much.

  13. It rained here today and instead of staying indoors, I got my camera and went outside. The pictures I took of flowers covered with drops of rain made my heart smile. 🙂

  14. Summer is around the corner and being a teacher means that vacation time is almost here. With all the budget cuts happening this year, I am just happy that I get the summer to spend with my two little girls.

  15. It’s the smell of the cottonwoods leafing out that make my heart happy today (with the sunshine)!!

  16. My heart is happy because I love my job working in Yosemite! I hiked to the top of Yosemite Falls today with twelve 10-12 year olds! And we saw a bear!

  17. My heart is bursting – my babe took his first steps today! So happy (and a little sad, but mostly happy). Thanks so much!

  18. I am happy to have a healthy family that loves me and I love them so much. Thanks for sharing your life in your wonderful pictures….your blog is inspirational to us all.

  19. Love the pewter hearts – my go-to wedding gift! My heart is happy today because it is finally SPRING in Alaska!

  20. I am so happy and thankful that my husbands deployment is wrapping up and he will be home with me and our babies SOON!

  21. My heart is happy with all the beautiful, blooming flowers. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  22. My middle son has been suffering from Graves Disease. My heart is happy because he is officially in remission.
    Thank the Lord.

  23. My heart is happy today because my husband is realizing a long time dream to go on a mission trip TOMORROW!

  24. My heart is happy because my husband really *heard* me today after 10 years of the same argument … It was a beautiful moment of sharing and rally understanding between us! It feels like a weight is lifted off….rejoice!!!

  25. So happy I know what I’m supposed to be doing with my life, now just have to be patient for the economy so I can do it.
    Also every time I see my chocolate lab, Duncan, it makes me happy & reminds to breathe and enjoy life!
    Misty

  26. Seeing my kids smooch all over each other and giggle together makes my heart burst. And I am loving my son’s Angry Birds 4th birthday theme and how involved he wants to be in the planning, so stinkin’ cute!

  27. The impending arrival of our twin boy and girl is what is making me happy today! Thanks for the chance to win!

  28. My heart is happy because . . . there are so many things to choose from. Family. Boys. Work. Stability. Summer. Flowers blooming. Friends. But especially my boys.

  29. my heart is happy because on sunday i was honored to be the godmother of my precious niece, emily! god bless emily laura!

    “children are a gift from the lord, they are a reward from him” psalm 127:3

  30. My husband is making me happy today. He had surgery in March, and he has a huge blood clot from it. I think I almost lost him a couple of weeks ago when he had trouble breathing, and we now know he had some pulmonary emboli then. I am happy he is still here to hug! Thank you!

  31. My heart is almost always happy. But it is especially happy because I will spend Mother’s Day with my 3 daughters and their families and my 20th anniversary is May 25! Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  32. What is making me happy today was one-on-one time spent with my son doing what he loves best…bowling. Both of us had so much fun and both bowled well. It was not only a bonding time between mother and son, but a total stress reliever as well.

  33. Seeing the face on one of my students when his soldier daddy walked in (back from AFG) and surprised his little boy made my heart swell with happiness

  34. Today my heart was happy while unpacking. Came across tons of framed pictures w/old friends. They had been in storage. Now they are out on my dresser. 🙂

  35. My heart is happy because my baby said “lub you” for the first time!
    Oh the sweetness!

  36. my heart is happy reminiscing of my wedding day a little over 6 months ago…thinking I should do a trash the dress shoot too…this looks fun! 🙂

  37. My heart is happy today because it is my birthday tomorrow…and I’m ok about getting that much closer to 40!

  38. My heart is full of happiness!!!! Just spent the weekend snuggling with my 10 week old grandaughter!!! God is sooooo GOOD!

  39. my heart is happy because my husband is really happy where God’s taken Him. He answered some really BIG prayers! 🙂

  40. Honestly…my heart doesn’t feel happy today. We received such hard news about my nephew. My sister is only at 25 weeks but due to a new development today (in the midst of multiple other complications) they might need to deliver within a few days or weeks. They don’t know if he will make it.
    Although my heart is breaking with and for my sister, I turn to Christ. He is our hope. He is our joy in the midst of sorrow. He is our comfort. He is greater than this difficulty.

  41. My heart is happy today because I am working towards business goals FOR ME for once – I have been at home for 8 years and am now starting to make steps forward for myself!! I feel more excited about life than I have in a long time!

  42. My heart is happy because I got to spend this glorious sunny day with my man before he leaves town for two weeks.

  43. Quilt Market is drawing near, projects are winding up and I get to meet some of my idols soon. That is making me smile today. Thanks for the amazing giveaway. I am a big fan of yours!

    ~ Amber Johnson

  44. My seven year old son telling me on the way home from his baseball game how beautiful i am and how much he loves me. That made my heart happy today!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  45. my 4 year old daughter is so “in to” cutting paper these days. I picked up some of those fun scissors that cut wavy edges, etc. and she is just thrilled with them. Last night, she made me a paper heart and wrote our names on it. She told me to take it to work with me so I “never forget her”. Awwwww…she makes my heart so happy. thanks for the chance to win Lisa!!

  46. I’M SO HAPPY EVERYDAY FOR MY LIFE,MY FAMILY….SPECIAL I’M SO HAPPY FOR MY KIDS.
    THANKS GOD FOR GIVE ME THIS BEATIFUL FAMILY.

  47. This is my actual name! I must have really had my fingers in the wrong place!

    This giveaway is making my heart happy and so is your products! I am off to pick out something for my mom for her birthday and mothers day (late) 🙂

  48. This giveaway is making my heart happy and so is your products! I am off to pick out something for my mom for her birthday and mothers day (late) 🙂

  49. Happy that I got the spend the afternoon making seedlings with my daughter, when she wasn’t playing in the mud! Love the intense concentration of 5 year olds!
    Thanks for the chance!

  50. Oh my goodness. We are inching close to the 100’s and school is out in 3 1/2 weeks. Yeah for summer!!

  51. I am happy that I got to spend the day at the beach and happy that they started framing my house today!

  52. I am happy today to know that God is in control! I love my hubby and kids… so thankful for the blessings they are to me. 🙂

  53. Today I am happy because God is good and keeps my family safe and healthy. I just found out a good family friend has lung cancer {never smoked!} and it is spreading….I am praying he will know the Lord before he passes. I am just so thankful to know the Lord and see His blessings in life through good days and bad! Have a wonderful rest of your day Lisa and thank you for the giveaway!
    xoxo
    Elizabeth 🙂

  54. My heart is happy because my long list of errands for today was accomplished! It’s not everyday that this happens!

  55. My sister has two kids and they are both getting married this summer! Two hearts are better than one!

  56. Such sweet photos!

    What makes me happy, my family!

    After a long day at work it’s so comforting to hear your 4 year old say I love you mommy. He also proceeded to tell me a little about our earth today. We live in the planet earth mommy…with trees and birds and water and well his list of things goes on and on. I guess with earth day being a few days ago he’s still a little excited about it! All this makes me so very happy!!!!!

  57. My heart is happy because my son has a healthy, healed heart. He is a congenital heart defect’s SURVIVOR!

  58. My heart is happy because it is spring, and my husband (who travels so much for business) is in town, and my boys are healthy and happy.

  59. My heart is happy because it was finally dry enough here in Indy to ride bikes up and down the driveway with my son!

  60. My heart is happy today because I spent the morning with my husband. I’ve had a very difficult year and the way he has stood by my side proves to me that he thinks I’m worth it and I’m enough.

  61. It has been so dreary rainy and here in IA – but today the sun and the beautiful blue sky with big fluffy clouds are just wonderful!! It makes my heart happy!

  62. My nephews live down the street and decided to come over and play after school…I know they won’t always be this little and it warms my hears to hear their laughter 🙂

  63. my heart is happy today because my sweet baby girl put herself to sleep at naptime and bedtime!! yay for small victories 🙂

  64. My heart is happy today because I have wonderful girlfriends who give me sweet surprise gifts…like the gratitude journal I got today!

  65. My grandkids (6) always make my <3 happy!! and so does reading your blog and seeing all your lovely pictures! Thanks!

  66. These photos are so beautiful!

    The fresh strawberries I have today are making me happy. 🙂 I look forward to strawberry season every year!

  67. My heart is happy and full because I am a sinner saved by grace, I am wife to an amazing man and I’m friend to the most wonderful people.

  68. A class field trip. Boarding the cumbersome, yellow bus and then later indulging in a simple, paper bag lunch I felt grateful for the company of my daughter and her classmates.

  69. The sunshine is making my heart happy today 🙂 It’s so nice to have arrived to melt the remainder of the snow that should not have dumped on us this weekend!

  70. My heart is happy because we are all snug at home listening to the rain falling. Looking forward to a cup of tea followed by a hot bath!

  71. My heart is happy knowing my daughter is getting better from being sick lately (a lot less coughing).

  72. My heart is happy thinking of our friends from Florida who will be visiting us here in Missouri very soon!

  73. My heart is trying to be happy today, but it is so sad. My best friend is leaving the country tomorrow for a permanent move that is somewhat against his will. Tonight is our last night to hang out and be carefree. I’m happy for the five years that we spent together almost every day.

  74. My heart is still happy from watching the Royal Wedding last week. It was so lovely, and as a military brat, I loved all the ceremony and beautiful uniforms.

  75. Your blog makes me happy! I read it everyday and it’s an inspiration! Keep up the wonderful creative work!

  76. My two little boys make my heart happy! We are remodeling our kitchen and this heart would be perfect for it!!

  77. my heart is happy for my upcoming 16th [!] wedding anniversary to my sweet, sweet husband!

    i’m the luckiest, most blessed girl in the world,
    & i want to give him a ll pewter heart to add to our family photo hall wall, so he will see every day how happy i am to still be his!! 🙂

  78. My heart is happy today for my good health! My fam has been sick all weekend and today…feeling good:)

  79. My heart is happy because I spent the day with my babies, who are 2 and 3. They are so cute I could eat them up. Yours are pretty cute too Lisa!!! xoxo

  80. I am 11 weeks pregnant today. I have had some pretty serious complications already and feared over the weekend that we had lost this precious child. The sweet, sweet sound of the heartbeat at the doctor’s office yesterday is still on my mind today and is making my heart so content and happy. Praise God!

  81. My heart is happy because Thursday I celebrate 10 years of marriage with my wonderful husband 🙂

  82. Today my heart is happy because tomorrow my husband and I fly to Tampa to see our daughter graduate from college!! She’s our first and has finished in 3 years… she’s a smart one and has held down a part time job waitressing this year. She has worked hard to get to where she is and I am one proud mamma!! My parents are also flying in from Texas who I haven’t see in almost two years so my cup is running over anticipating being with my loved ones for several days. And the sun is shining bright today…. happy, happy, happy! 🙂

  83. My heart s happy because I’m decorating a nursery for the baby we’re bringing home through adoption in 18 days!

  84. the gorgeous spring weather we are enjoying is making me very happy today:) thanks for the chance! xo

  85. My heart is happy because each member of my family is safe, sound and has everything that they need. Contentment is highly underated.

  86. My daughter is home from her first full year of college – bringing a happy energy back to this house of mainly boy-type people!

  87. As there are two hearts, I’ll list two things:

    1. My older son survived his first experience with standardized testing in public school. He was TERRIFIED…but the relief on his face when he told me it wasn’t as bad as he’d imagined…my heart swelled for him.

    2. A rare May cold front blew through central Texas, dropping the temperature from 95 to 65…what a heavenly gift!

  88. My grandpa is having open heart surgery today, so……..my heart is happy praying to god for a successful outcome & thinking of my grandpa’s unwavering faith!

  89. My heart is happy because I am going to meet my friend’s beautiful new baby girl, Selah today! My friend has two boys already so this is going to be one spoiled little princess 😉

  90. Today- a walk around the neighborhood with my 3 boys to find out where all the water in our gutters was coming from–that made my heart happy today.

  91. The glorious sunshine! With all the rain, thunderstorms and tornadoes that have been going on in the south, especially here in Arkansas, it is wonderful to wake up to sweet sweet sunshine! Makes my heart soar to hear both my young daughters laugh out loud because the sun is shining! Outside we go to play. Thank you Lord!

  92. We just had an amazing celebration of life for my 2nd grandma who never had children of her own, but was the matriarch of our family. My father is finally home from the hospital after major surgery for his cancer. And my sweet sweet son just turned 5. LOTS of things making my heart full and happy.

  93. this post makes me happy! as i just received the pewter heart that i ordered from you for my son’s wedding {mike & kara} that will take place at the end of this month! i love it and know they will too!
    i would love to give another to my daughter who will soon be celebrating her anniversary…
    love your blog Lisa it is a daily must read for me =)

  94. Ahhh! My heart is so so happy today. It’s my husband’s 31 st birthday AND our 9 yr wedding anniversary. We have so much celebrating to do. 🙂

  95. this is crazy, but my heart was happy this morning when I awoke to 55 degree weather in the beginning of May in South Louisiana. Yesterday we hit 90, today not even 70. went from tank top to sweatshirt. what will tomorrow bring?

  96. I finished law school today. Last exam ever. Tomorrow I am moving. One month from tomorrow I get to marry the man of my dreams. I’m not sure my heart could take much more happiness.

  97. The little baby kicks in my belly are making my heart so happy on a daily basis. My little Austin man is due to join our family in August!! Sure can’t wait to get my hands on him!! :o)

  98. Today my kids are what’s making my heart happy. It’s so great to know they are such good kids in such a crazy world right now! They make my heart smile!!

  99. My heart is happy because upon leaving for school, my 8 year-old son told me it was “the worst part of my day.” Very concerned I asked him why (he loves school). His reply? “Mom, because I have to leave you for the day. When I come home, that is the best part.” Talk about filling my happy heart!

  100. My heart is happy because my husband and I have come to a positive turning point in our relationship after a bad year.

  101. a long walk, time to paint with watercolor, granny smith apples, naps, indoor tipis, books, my girl in a sailor’s dress

  102. my heart is happy that we are blessed to have such wonderful men & women that serve our county each day to keep us all safe & protect our freedom! god bless the usa!

  103. What makes my heart happy today , you ask ?? Well, that would have to be the incredible 3d u/s picture of my 27 week baby boy . So very , very precious !

  104. My heart is happy because yesterday was a very bad day- and today is a NEW day! Praise the Lord he makes things new EVERY day!

  105. I have a very happy heart today, after dropping off my son at school (he is autistic and doesn’t have too many friends), and seeing a boy he likes come up to him and say, “Come on Cole, come hang out with me!”. It brought tears of joy to my eyes. I have a very happy heart, indeed!

  106. My heart is happy today from the beautiful sunshine (we had snow only 2 days ago in ND), my 3 boys who bless my life, and my fabulous hubby!

  107. My two sweet boys, and my husband who works so hard so that I can stay home with them. Thanks, Lisa! Have a lovely Tues.

  108. My heart rejoices in family ties through the blood of Jesus — I can be thousands of miles from my native home, yet surrounded still by FAMILY — amazing.

  109. The sun in MN, volunteering in my daughter’s kindergarten class thi s morning. All those happy faces are contagious!

  110. love these pictures!

    today my heart is happy because i am looking forward to a date with my sweet hubby when i get off work!

  111. The new Craft Hope bracelet project is making me happy. I visited an orphanage in Russia a few years back and it makes me happy to know that those kids are still being thought of. I complete 11 beaded bracelets that will be sent to Russian orphanages.

  112. I am happy because I have a devoted husband, beautiful & healthy 3 year old daughter, and more one on his or her way!!

  113. Lisa,
    I’m incredibly happy for the love that I have in my life. Not just the love that my boyfriend and I share, but the love that is freely given and received between my family, my close friends, and even astrangers in passing. I am always reminded that every small act of kindness is an act of Love and I’m just so blessed and thankful for every day the Lord has given me.
    I hope your blessings overflow this week!

  114. My heart is happy because my husband and I just bought our first house! We are so excited to finally stay put somewhere! Also, I just love the pewter heart- timeless!

  115. Ever so happy for beautiful, healthy kids that are full of like! They may make life a little crazy at times but they are the BEST and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

    …and Lisa Leonard inspires me! From your creativity in your jewelry and decor, to your beautiful pictures on your blog. If ever I need a pick-me-up, I now I can find it here.

  116. Sounds strange, but I’m happy to have my (slightly sick) daughter home from school with me today. We are baking brownies and making “art” 😉 Thanks!

  117. Oh, my two beautiful boys are making my heart happy today. My eldest is 17 months, and my youngest is 3 weeks old. As Lisa always says, “My heart is full.”

  118. Making my heart happy today is my son… he is so excited to start his baseball season and we keep getting rained out… but he said to me “Well, God must know something we don’t… so he keeps making it rain…” Love that and LOVE him 🙂

  119. My smiles are held over from Mari’s 3rd birthday last weekend and growing in preparation of Katie’s 1st Communion coming up this weekend. Walking by faith and enjoying the little things makes the difference, I think. 🙂

  120. My heart is happy today because my dreams of graduating college are finally (in December) coming true. This is my last week of classes before finals and then student teaching in August. I have been truly blessed.

  121. Why am I happy today? The sun is finally out in MN and my baby girl & I are sprawled out on a blanket in the backyard taking it all in!

  122. Umm, the lovely photo shoot of the couple celebrating their 55th anniversary that you posted on Sunday is making me SO HAPPY this week!

    I had to go track down all their pictures. LOVE!!

    I love the new pewter heart! I’ve already used it as a wedding gift! So perfect!

  123. My heart is happy because life is GOOD! I am happy & healthy, have a wonderful husband and two grown, happily married children. I will be celebrating my 35th wedding anniversary the end of the month & would LOVE to have a heart to commemorate it 🙂 Love your work, Lisa! I facebooked 🙂

  124. I threw out my back on Sunday night and have been in pain ever since… my 3.5 year old son said to me this morning, “mommy, I’ll take care of you.” Warmed my heart right up!!

  125. What’s making my heart happy today? The same as everyday – that I have a fabulous husband and two amazing babes. Life is good!

  126. My 14 month old daughter made me a happy mama today by waking up and happily chatting with her toys until I came and got her. So precious!

  127. My little boy is 5 days past due today so I KNOW it won’t be long now before I hold him. That will make my heart very happy (and a little less crazy). Thanks!

  128. in just a short 17 days, my baby is going to be two! some mamas have a hard time with their kiddos growing up, but i’m just completely in love with watching him grow and develop into his own little person…

  129. My sweet son – he has been home sick the last 2 days with a terrible cough…even when he doesn’t feel well, he amazes me with his fun spirit & creativity. I hate that he is sick, but I love getting to spend the day with him & seeing the world through his eyes!

  130. My heart is happy today because the sun is shining, I have 5 children who love me and my husband is my best friend!

  131. a few moments of silence
    a little hand in mine
    self-timer photos of stories on the bed
    love notes
    robin nesting in the front door wreath (not ideal, but rather amusing)

  132. My heart is full of love after our wedding a few weeks ago! Our reception is this weekend and I’ve been looking at pictures to have out at the reception all week. LOVE it! :]

  133. Hi Lisa,

    What lovely pictures – yes she is beautiful!!

    What’s making my heart happy? The friends I have had for such a long time that still love and care about me AND love my kids too!!

    xoTiffany

  134. My heart is happy today because Mother’s Day is only a few days away, and we’re having pictures done this weekend!

  135. My 4-year-old. He struggles with controlling himself more than most 4-year-olds and in the past couple of weeks he’s really been working at it. He is my heart.

  136. My heart is happily humbled by the grace of God – especially today after situations when I’ve so clearly failed to depend on Him and believe that He will supply my needs.

  137. My heart is happy because I woke up earlier than my 7 month old daughter and got some time alone with Jesus and coffee. 🙂

  138. My heart is happy because 14 years ago today I married my best friend and my life forever changed!!

  139. I wore my new hat to work today. And one of my colleagues is in a good mood this morning for no real reason and it seemed to pass on to me.

  140. my hubby! he did the grocery shopping last night and picked up this prego mama a few extra treats:)

  141. a clean house…coffee…and blog reading—that’s what is making my heart happy today! thanks for the opportunity!

  142. My heart is happy because I’m blessed by a wonderful husband and three beautiful children…and in the adoption process for one more!

  143. My heart is happy today because when as I woke up my little man he got a huge smile on his face, said “momma”, placed both his hands on my cheeks, and pulled me in for a smooch! Doesn’t get much better than that! So proud to be his momma!!!

  144. My heart is happy today because I was able to see the light at the end of the tunnel on an issue that I’ve been struggling with as a parent. thanks for the chance to win!

  145. The sun is shining and that makes my heart sing! My heart is so fulfilled today because my mother is coming to spend the day visiting and crafting with me! Love her!

  146. My heart is happy today thanks to a loving and supportive husband who has helped me stay strong through struggles and helps me feel confident in myself!

  147. It is grey and gloomy here today so my heart is struggling to be happy! HOwever my heart feels happy when I think of the fun Mother’s Day I will have with my kids and my Mom!

  148. It’s silly, but the gorgeous vintage-looking tile I have been waiting for to put in our powder room arrives today. Making our home beautiful makes my heart happy.

  149. My heart is happy today because I am playing legos with my two youngest sons.
    Their hearts are happy today because I am taking the time to play with them and that makes my heart even happier.

  150. Spending one-on-one time with my baby girl while her older sister is at preschool. Getting to play with just her (aka no fighting over toys) is such a special time!

  151. It makes my heart happy to see my kids (ages 4 and 1) love on each other. Their smiles and giggles are contagious. I wish I could bottle them up forever!

  152. Today, my heart is warmed by family. With Mother’s Day right around the corner, I’m sending my other half to see his dad, step-mom and half siblings for the first time in over ten years. We just recently reconnected with them and I am so very grateful; you can NEVER have too much family!

  153. LOVE the Pewter Heart! I just bought 3 for friends’ weddings and really want one for myself now! Seeing my 1 1/2 year old run around with no cares in the world makes my heart happy. I’m also happy because we’re visiting my family in 2 days! Thanks 🙂

  154. I am happy to wake up with the sun shining on my day off today! And to open your blog with this lovely giveaway. Thanks for another inspiration Lisa….

  155. A lunch date with my hubby! We only get lunch dates about 4 times a year and today is one of them!!!

    1. this just made me smile!
      It really is the simple things that you’re the most grateful for. Here’s to hoping you get another date or two in this year (above the 4) 🙂

  156. today I am happy to have lots of extended family nearby. It is so much fun to see my kids having fun with all of them!

  157. My heart is happy because I have a wonderful baby girl to go home to everyday. God has blessed me with the best little miracle!

  158. Thankful I get to celebrate this Mother’s Day with all my babies and my Momma. So many people have lost their Mother and/or a child that I am so thankful and blessed to have both. Rejoicing in the precious gift: life!

  159. My heart is happy because I am off to spend the weekend with my mother in San Diego for the Queen Bee Market! I am taking her there for Mother’s Day and we are bringing my 3 year old to join in on the fun also!!

  160. I feel like I’m finally turning the corner in defeating the cold that will not die (and the sunshine here in MN helps, too!). It’s also wonderful to watch the long term weather forecast and not see one chance of snow!

  161. My heart is happy because I get to host Mother’s Day Brunch! I’m enjoying cleaning our little nest to get things ready! 🙂

  162. My heart is happy today and everyday because I am more in love with the man I married 7 years ago!

  163. my newly planted garden is making me so happy, and working on it with my two children is filling my heart with love. these are special moments indeed! <3

  164. Breakfast in our jammies in the sunshine with my little ones singing as the breeze blows our hair. Perfection in a morning. Thank you, God.

  165. the sunshine and being able to enjoy it with my kids. i hae always wanted to do a trash the dress photo shoot, how much fun would that be! thanks for the giveaway!

  166. My husband makes my heart happy today.
    Seeing friends commit their love to one another makes me happy today. Looking forward to crafting with a friend tonight makes me happy.

  167. My heart is happy because even though my husband lost his job we are still paying all our bills and everyone is healthy! Cannot ask for more than that!

  168. My heart is happy because we finally have sunshine in MN! Being able to take the kiddos outside and wear typical May clothing is something to celebrate!

  169. my heart is happy today because my girlfriend stays by my side since yesterday till this morning! she celebrated my birthday for me yesterday when i tell her my bf have left me and so no one celebrates my birthday with me. in the last hour before the day ends she literally ran around to find a candle and a cake for me when all the shops are 90% closed. We still managed to find one! 10mins before the day ends we went to catch a movie. now that i woke up and realised i am being love makes me feel blessed.

  170. My heart is happy because my 5 year old said to me this morning:”Mama, Happy Every Day is Mom’s Day” and my 3 year old tells me “I love you forever and always”
    My girls melt my heart and leave an imprint on it every day with their simple words that mean so much

  171. my heart has been happy for the last several days b/c i got to watch my wonderful husband graduate with honors from college on this past sunday. he served our country after high school in the army and as he has gotten older he really wanted to get his degree. to see him accomplish this goal has made my heart so happy!

    xooxxo

    Kerrie

  172. My heart is happy today because I get the whole day to myself to do whatever I want! Crafts, coffee, blogs! Today is for me!

  173. Happy hearts today because of possible big changes–a job interview yesterday that went pretty well will hopefully lead to a more satisfying position and more time with my family…and a meeting with the bank today to get prequalified for our first home and a viewing with our realtor after! Wish things were more concrete but I’m happy to hope now! :):):)

  174. Awaiting the arrival of my baby is making my heart happy today. I’m 37 weeks today and I’m ready to meet this little one 🙂

  175. In spite of being terrified of losing my job… I am happy today because it hasn’t rained yet today, and I might get to see my husband sooner than the few weeks we had expected to be apart.

  176. The ‘steal-a-cup’ feature on my coffee pot made my heart VERY happy this morning.

  177. My sweet little three-week old babe is making my heart happy today — even though he kept me up half the night, his sweetness is impossible to resist!

  178. Would love to say that the sun was making me happy, but we’ve had three (!) solid weeks of rain, with maybe 1 or 2 semi-sunny days in there. I’m really, really going nuts!

    But my heart is happy today because summer is coming, my kids will be out of school soon, and we will go on a glorious vacation and BE together. The thought of this, makes me forget the rain (a little) and makes me look forward to the upcoming days!

  179. My heart is happy today because my husband graduates with his Master’s degree on Friday. After years of working on it while we had difficult pregnancies and two sweet boys, he is finished!!

  180. I got to spend time with my mama, brother and sister-in-law, and my girls last night. It only happens a couple times a year (if that) so it was really nice. Family makes my heart happy.

  181. Waking up to a beautiful day, my cup of coffee and spending a few hours to myself after I take the kids to school makes me happy today!

  182. My heart is happy even with the passing of a dear friend, because I know we will meet again!!

  183. While I am not happy that my little one is sick, I am happy to have today off to spend snuggling with her as she recuperates.

  184. The sweet sound of my first granddaughter’s voice this morning. * ELLA – (she’s in Kindergarten and 5 years old!)* She called to ask me if I’d attend her music concert this evening at school…. Of course ELLA!! Noni and Papa will be there!! 🙂
    THANK YOU GOD for this little angel we call ours!! Blessings!

  185. My heart is happy because my 5 year old is inviting me to a Mothers Day tea Party in his class and has proudly given me a colorful invitation and makes me happy to be a mommy!

  186. You are so sweet to offer all of these give-aways!

    My heart is happy thanks to my wonderful kiddos and husband. I am so thankful for my family!

  187. 18 years. My hubby and I celebrated May 1. “to have and to hold” is where we’re at this week. Thanks for the chance, Lisa. I do LOVE the beauty of your blog. Thanks for sharing it.

  188. my heart is happy today because I get to watch “GLEE” tonight with my children and a few neighborhood kids…it’s become a special treat every Tuesday for a family/friends night!

  189. My heart is happy today because I have a wonderful family who have been the best support anyone could imagine. I suffer from chronic nerve pain after 7 brain and one spine surgeries. The pain never leaves my head. It takes a great deal of help and they are incredible. I thank God for them every day. Bernadette

  190. My eight year old son, Jake sat on the floor this morning going through the desk calendar counting the remaining days (14) of the school year until summer days with Me….the Mommy begin. He cannot wait!

  191. My heart is happy today because although things aren’t always perfect, my best friend is my husband and we can work through any circumstance together.

  192. My heart is happy today because I have the most wonderful friends and the best daughter! With people like them in my life, it’s impossible not to have a happy heart every day!

  193. My heart is happy everyday–my husband, my children and grandchildren (even though they live far away) put a smile on my face each day…

  194. today the sun makes my heart happy… we have had such a gloomy spring so far and the sun perks me up every time it comes out

  195. My heart is happy today because in a few hours I take my last final exam for this semester! Just one more year of college and then my husband and I hope to have a baby! And tomorrow is officially my first day of summer! 🙂

  196. My heart is happy because we are having a “stay home day,” wearing pajamas, and Mommy is getting caught up on things around the house!

  197. My heart is happy because I am now cancer free and get to enjoy the lives of my hubs sweet kiddos for a lot longer…even on fighty bitey mornings!

  198. Hope is making my heart happy today. =) I am blessed with a husband who loves me, a daughter who is amazing and a Savior who made it all possible.

  199. My heart is happy today just because. It is a beautiful day even without the sun shining. Warmer temps are coming though! That makes me very happy!

  200. I had a happy wake-up call by my 3-yr. old grand daughter this morning. “UP Grandma, I’m HAPPY”…. She will be over later for a hug 😀

  201. My heart is happy today because yesterday was our 30th wedding anniversary and we had a wonderful day – it just keeps getting better. Empty nesters but the birds all live close by – wonderful!

  202. My heart is happy at this time knowing that I still have my Mother in my life and she is a part of my childrens lives and my new grandson’s life!! What a blessing to have her in our lives.

  203. I am happy Spring is here. My mood seems to lighten up as the sun shines more and more.

  204. My heart is happy watching my 2 yr old and 4 yr old boys read books as I drink my coffee:) I love when they can be together without fighting:)
    And I get happy reason your blog!!! Your Hello to Monday posts always inspire me:)
    Thank you for the give away:)

  205. My daughter is graduating from college this week! So proud of her and her accomplishments – getting married, going through pregnancy and the sickness from that , taking care of a baby – all while completing her nursing degree. I’m so happy for her!

  206. My heart is happy today because my teenage sons are heading in positive directions towards their futures after some challenging times.

  207. The little ones I care for are making me happy today, it’s not hard for them to make me smile!

  208. Today my heart is full because of the laughter and silliness of a wild-haired 4 year old. i am so blessed.

  209. Today a good friend who I haven’t seen in a while came over just to give me a hug and let me know I’ll be missed when I move back to the states. I’m still crying (happy and sad all mixed together)

  210. watching my son get off the bus yesterday with a huge smile on his face and gorgeous plant that he picked out for me at the school plant sale! He was so happy with himself and yelled ‘happy mother’s day’ at me as he was getting off the bus. It is a memory I will hold in my heart forever.

  211. my heart is full when i think about the last 10 years i have been married to my sweet hubby….the family our God has blessed us with….when my little girl gives me xoxo….my little guy says “i wub you too mama”….this mama’s heart is happy!

  212. My heart is happy today because of some new hope we are feeling as a family….

    Also, friends of mine did a “trash the dress” shoot after their wedding in Mexico – her photographer even had her submerged in water, laying in the sand – GORGEOUS!
    Wish I had done it when we were married.

  213. My heart is happy because I get to watch my two year old daughter at dance class this evening.

  214. After the tornadoes, (Arab, AL – Marshall Co.), it is raining this morning, just knowing that the majority of the damaged homes have tarps to keep the wetness out, due to the community pulling together and volunteering. Realizing if you were lucky enough to escape then you should help those that were less fortunate. W/my husband in Korea during this it was great to hear his voice this morning via a phone call. My heart is happy!

  215. A sweet little girl in polka dot rain boots, a creative lively little boy playing with playmobil guys, and our loveable little Lijah still sleeping. These three make my heart happy on this cloudy rainy day.

  216. My son makes my heart happy. He is turning 17 years old this week and my everyday time with him is coming to an end soon. He will be graduating and moving out next year so I am enjoying every minute with him.

  217. My heart is happy because my oldest son was accepted
    to a great college and he has a brigth future ahead of him.

  218. Spring, spending time with my mom and baby, and my hubby thinking I’m sexy (and actually feeling sexy for the first time in awhile) makes my heart sing! Thanks for the great giveaway!

  219. My heart is filled with happiness today from the beatuiful sun shining! These are the days for shorts, flip flops, bbq’s and ice cream. Love it!!

  220. My heart is happy today because the sun is shining after we’ve had rainstorms for a few days. My children will get to play in the warming sun today.

  221. My heart is happy today as it was started by my 16 month old daughter bringing me a cup of “juice” to me in bed from her play kitchen and our 11 month old baby boy from Ethiopia climb awkwardly then to my husband with a very large book. Watching him climb up and cozy in to get read to just makes my heart sing.Not a bad way to start the day. If only every child in the world could be loved so much.

  222. My heart is happy because I found out this morning my son is advancing to 5th grade in the fall and will be remaining in the gifted program at his school. My daughter will be going into 2nd and she will be joining the gifted program in the fall. This mom is happy!

  223. My heart is happy because I get to cuddle with my sweet kids today. Also, I am happy because my husband still has a job even though we had to take a big fat pay cut, at least he is working when so many people in our area are out of work.

  224. My hart is happy today becauce i got the best hugs and kisses from my girls who have special needs. And my youngest girl is learning new words, and making good progres.

    xoxo Ulrikke

  225. My lovely daughter is coming home for mothers day! My heart is warmed when ever my girls are home!

  226. My daughters always makes me happy, They are both grown and out of the house, so it’s such a blessing to see them when we can.

  227. I am going to lunch today with my small group girls to a Southern Living best of restaurant…..so excited to talk and hang wiht my girls

  228. I am happy because it is May right now and we are experiencing record lows in San Antonio, Texas (compared to our usual 90+ temp) 🙂

  229. I am happy it’s my sister’s birthday today- she’s getting married this summer – my younger sister!!! She is definitely growing up..

  230. My heart is happy today because the sun is shining and my kids and I don’t have anywhere we have to be today… such a great feeling!

  231. to i am happy for my 7 children. my 2 here on earth and my 5 up in heaven. i am glad that they are all a part of my heart and life.

  232. I had a dream last night where I was bothered by my daughter being non-verbal. I woke up and was really mad at my dream self. But then she came in all smiles and I realized it was just a bad dream.

  233. My grandchildren make me happy! I got to spend time with three of them yesterday. They are so sweet! Aside from the Lord, my family is the most important thing in my life.

  234. My heart is full and happy as I approach my first mother’s day as a mom. My 6 month old son and husband have fulfilled all my dreams.

  235. Love the style of these pictures! Mommy of 2 boys also: Liam, 15 months, & Jacob, 3 months!

  236. My sister wanted to trash her dress in the ocean after their wedding in Maui. My mom vetoed that idea pronto (she paid for the dress)! My sister said my mom had no “artistic vision.” haha. 🙂

  237. My heart is happy because Ive just been able to tell friends and family that I’ll be returning to full time work(teaching) in the fall. Ive been a stay at home(and work from home) mommy for 7 years now so this is a big change for all of us.
    My initial worry was that I didnt have any options when my youngest goes to school in the fall. But then God provided two options for me to choose from(completely different paths,too) AND made it clear which one I was to accept.
    Im so thankful for his provision & clarity in my life!
    XO,
    Sarah

  238. Can i ask what you use to edit your pics?? Do you use a preset?? How do you make them so soft and the coloring..??they are great! 🙂 (sorry..i love them and im just learning photography…:)) also love your jewelry…:)

    1. hi cathy! all these pics are by studio castillero–they do an amazing job. for the other posts, i use iphoto and picnik.com {so easy, so fun!} to edit. xo

  239. My heart is happy today and all days because of my family. Due to the recent tornados that lashed my homestate of Alabama, I have come to realize just how fortunate and blessed I really am.

  240. Today, my heart is happy because my husband and I are getting closer and closer to our 2nd anniversary! With God’s grace and guidance we have MADE IT another year, in love as best friends and totally enjoying life together 🙂

  241. My heart is happy because I have so much to celebrate- a life growing inside of me, the beginning of my sister-in-law’s marriage, mothers day, a reunion with ALL of my siblings, a happy marriage…

  242. my son will be 9 months old tomorrow & has filled my life and our family with more joy than i knew was possible. that makes my heart happy.

  243. Is it lame to echo the same comments as the first 2 people? The Virginia sun and spring makes my heart happy today!

  244. those pictures are beautiful! stunning actually!
    today, my heart is happy because i am two days away from going home to nebraska to spend mothers day with my mom, who i haven’t spent that day with since i moved to az 11 years ago.

  245. I am happy to have great children, to be a mom, and to have a fabulous mom and mother-in-law!! A great husband doesn’t hurt either!

  246. My heart is happy today because I woke up to a big beautiful smile from my 6 month old daughter!

  247. My heart is happy today because the sun is shining…I am just grateful to be able to witness all the wonderfulness spring has to offer! 🙂

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