I used a pattern posted by a friend on her fabulous craft blog! A little hospital homecoming outfit using one of those tiny shirts they give you at the hospital.
And this was an awesome diaper bag pattern I found here months ago. I loved it from the moment I saw it. It has 5 pockets on the outside and 5 on the inside...so much needed storage room for three kids' "necessities".
I made a few adjustments of my own like adding the key clip and using D-rings to give the strap a more finished look. I actually finished it in 2 days! Couldn't have happened without my mom being willing to spend so much "alone" time with the kids.
Though there were some stressful moments, I've really enjoyed having time to do things I wanted and even being a little pampered, too. I especially came to appreciate being able to take part in the Relief Society program. It was a challenge for me on so many levels but I came to really identify with my character (one of the foolish virgins) and see how I need to prepare myself for the Savior's coming. I came away from it hoping to bring that spirit of preparation into our home and into my children's lives.
AND- Thanks for all the birthday wishes and phone calls! They all added to my spoilage! Be on the look-out for upcoming posts about another birthday girl's special week!
