Life Lately
We squeezed in an afternoon of antique store browsing–the first in quite a long time.
It’s one of my favorite ways to relax and take my mind off everything. I mean, really, it’s practically like traveling back in time, right?
I came home with some really fun finds that you will see in upcoming posts… a lot of “trash to treasure” upcycling going on around here lately. Stay tuned.
One thing that was already a treasure, was this vintage Velveteen Rabbit book I found. I brought it right home and popped it into my Vintage Magazine Rack that I gave a makeover to recently.
I can’t wait to read it to sweet baby Evie.
Speaking of sweet Evelynn, a “Life Lately” post wouldn’t be complete without an update, and a few recent photos of our grandbaby.
This tiny fighter turned two months old this week.
She is a true miracle in progress.
Have you heard about Beads of Courage?
Each tiny bead on this chain represents a piece of Evie’s journey so far. Injections, transfusions, therapies, treatments, blood draws, medicines, hospital stays, scans, surgeries…
“Every Beads of Courage® program integrates the use of beads, the earliest art form known to humans, as visible and tangible symbols of human experiences that need and deserve to be expressed.
Every time a bead is given, courage is honored, resilience is strengthened, and the experience of human caring is affirmed.“
At only 8 weeks old, our baby warrior has already experienced more than many of us will know in a lifetime.
She’s made so much progress, more than doctors told us to expect in the beginning. So many prayers have been answered, but I invite you to continue to pray along with us for little Evelynn.
More beads continue to be added to her chain, and will be for the foreseeable future. We continue to pray for strength, comfort, and healing.
“… I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,” declares the Lord.–Jeremiah 30:17
In Case You Missed It…
This week was another fun Pinterest Challenge, where our task was to create a Valentine cloche.
I used only things I had in my crafting or decorating stash, and came up with FIVE different displays. You can check them all out HERE, plus a dozen more versions by my blogging buddies.
WOW!
You guys, last week we had the biggest party in the history of Sundays on Silverado!
If you haven’t taken some time to look over all the shares from last week’s party, I suggest you pour yourself a hot cup of coffee and get cozy while you browse, because SoS#77 is filled to the brim with amazing ideas and inspiration!
And if you’re new here, welcome! We had so many first-time linkers who joined us, and I loved seeing all the new ideas.
I hope you’ll keep coming back to share again with us, because that’s what makes link parties so fun, right?!
The Weekly Features!
Elizabeth from Pinecones and Acorns, and Alea from Premeditated Leftovers show us how to make adorable heart-shaped treats, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Organized Island‘s Raquel shares the prettiest Valentine popcorn. The cute little bear sugar cookies are from Melissa at Everyday Savvy.
I love a good charcuterie board, so these Valentine versions from Wanderlust and Wellness, and My Home and Travels look so fun to make!
Looking for more Valentine Inspiration?
Here are some of my favorites from the archives…
All of the selected features for the week have been pinned to the Sundays on Silverado Pinterest Board. I invite you to follow on Pinterest so you won’t miss out on any of this great inspiration!
Time to link up again!
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So many fun links to dive into this week, Niky! I love all the features you chose and it was so much fun to see Evie’s progress. She is such a mirable. Thanks so much for hosting. I hope your week is a special one, CoCo
More prayers and positive thoughts for Evie. I know she will enjoy the book. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.
Thank you, Patrick! Wish you a great week as well. 🙂
I am so happy to hear the update on Evie! What a brave, beautiful soul. Keep us posted with updates and photos!
I love that book Velveteen Rabbit, so kewl you found a vintage edition! Have a happy month of February!
Valerie
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Thank you for featuring my Charcuterie and Dessert Board. I really appreciate and am flattered with all of the great ideas out there, you featured mine.
Your charcuterie dessert board was lovely! Please come back and link up again. I love your creativity.
So happy to read about Evelyn’s improvements! I’m so impressed with your memory beads, a testiment for her of God’s grace and care.
Thank you, Linda. She is such a sweet little miracle.
That little face is so precious. God is so good. Hugs to you.
We already love her so much. And today, she’s is smiling at her parents for the first time! God is so good.
Niky I am so glad that all the prayers for Baby Evelyn have worked! God is so, so good! She’s been on our prayer lists constantly. Thanks for hosting a lovely party with all that has been going on with the family!
XOXO,
Niki ~ Life as a LEO Wife
I forgot to mention that I have a new link party, Crafty Creators, & it’s open Thursdays thru Monday nights at 11:59 CST. You’re welcome to share your link party there along with any other posts. It’s brand new, replacing Traffic Jam Weekend.
That’s great, Niki. I’ll be there!
I cannot thank you enough for your prayers, Niki. Yes, God is good. Evelynn still has many hurdles to cross in her future, so we continue to pray, but already she is a miracle. 🥰
Niky,
Thanks so much for hosting this wonderful party each and every week!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links and choosing Features!!! Thank You!! Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
Hugs,
Deb
I’ve not heard of Beads of Courage, what a powerful way to pray and honor those suffering. ..your granddaughter is a true miracle and I’m so happy your family is slowing getting back to somewhat normal. Your Valentine cloches are adorable, you’ve inspired me to make one! Thanks for the party and Sunday fun~
Evelynn already has so many Beads of Courage, and will definitely add more in the future. She is a strong little fighter. ❤️
Your granddaughter looks amazing. So precious. I will continue to pray for her. I love the beads. Congrats on the big party last week & thank you for always hosting all of us. Have a wonderful week Niky. XO- MaryJo
MaryJo, thanks for stopping by each week, and most especially for your prayers for baby Evenlynn. She is a beautiful miracle, but still has challenges ahead of her.
She is so beautiful and a fighter every minute!
Yes she is, Cindy. Thank you so much for your continued prayers and concern. 💕
I had never heard of Beads of Courage. Your little grandbaby is growing so wonderfully. She is absolutely beautiful. I love hearing about her.
Thank you so much, Tammy. I am so touched by all the love, support and prayers from so many people. Thank YOU for being one of them. 💕
Thank you for the party Niky and for sharing a little bit of your sweet Granddaughter with us. I’ll continue to keep Evie and your family in my prayers!
Thank you so much, Denise. Your prayers are so appreciated. 💕
The Beads of Courage is a beautiful tribute to this baby and all her family. Blessing for all.
Thank you so much, Melynda.❤️
Hope you have a wonderful week and thanks so much for the fun party!
Miz Helen
Your sweet grandbaby girl is really growing! She is precious and our Father is answering the prayers of many 🙂 Thanks for hosting the party each week!
God is so good, and has shown how merciful He is. Thank you for your continued prayers, Cindy.
A little fighter indeed, look at all those beads! I continue to hold little Evie in my thoughts and prayers. Congrats Niky on your biggest party ever.
Thank you so much, Marie. Your prayers are so appreciated. Evelynn is making such good progress, but still has many hurdles to cross.
Precious milestone pics of Evie, she’s just an adorable little sweetheart. Thanks for hosting, Niky! Have a wonderful week!
Thank you so much, Debra. We already love her more than words can say. 💕
Continued prayers for sweet Evie! I’m so happy to see her progressing and growing – what a fighter! Enjoy your week!
Shelley
Thank you so much, Shelley!
Niky, I think you have chosen a wonderful verse to celebrate your sweet little girl ‘s progress.
Thank you so much, Michele. She is definitely a precious gift.💕
The round blanket with numbers and the beads are such great ways to track Evelyn’s progress. Thanks for keeping us informed. It’s so heart lifting to hear the good news!
Thanks so much for stopping by, Rachelle. Evie is definitely a miracle. 💕
Oh my gosh, Niky, sweet Evie is so precious! These photos are beautiful and the Beads of Courage have me in tears. What a wonderful organization. I am going to read more about them now. Thanks for sharing and hosting. I hope you have a wonderfully blessed weekend, my friend.
Shelbee
Thank you, Shelbee. We are so humbled by this tiny girl’s strength. She has already overcome so much. Thank you for your sweet concern. 💕