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Mamie's Celebration Dinner

Taylor and I spent Mamie's year weekend over in Hot Springs. We wanted to spend time together just the two of us. We stayed at the Arlington thanks to our good friends Ashley and Dustin, and we ate yummy food thanks to Patrick, Meredith, Britney, Jason, Mom and Dad. We are so thankful for the love and thoughtfulness people have shown us throughout this whole past year.

That Sunday we had close friends and family come over for a birthday celebration in honor of Mamie. It was perfect. Britney and I made flower arrangements out of herbs from our garden and bright colored zinnia's. We wanted it to be simple but sweet. Jacquelyn and Jeremy from Palette Catering helped us out with the food and it was AMAZING. For the cake I wanted it to be simple with poppy flowers on it. D. from our church did exactly what I wanted and I can't wait for yall to see the pics. She put my Mamie tattoo on top and it was just perfect. We also ordered 40 balloons and after Taylor said a little speech for the both of us, I was way too emotional to talk, we all released the balloons again for Mamie. The whole night was full of laughter, love and memories. Just the way we wanted it to be. We wanted to celebrate Mamie and that is just what we did. Amanda was so sweet to snap some pictures for me. Thanks girlie and thanks to everyone that helped out with the party.

- Sarah

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  1. jessicaJuly 28, 2010 at 7:05 PM

    i'm so glad you posted these. i'm so so sorry we couldn't be there. i know mamie is so proud of the two of you. i love you!
    jess

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  2. BritneyJuly 28, 2010 at 7:29 PM

    I love all of the pictures! Amanda did a wonderful job capturing the evening. It was such a perfect party for a perfect baby girl in heaven. Love you.
    Brit

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  3. Sarah StringerJuly 29, 2010 at 9:09 AM

    Love the pics, love you guys!

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  4. AnonymousJuly 29, 2010 at 11:43 AM

    sarah, i love all of the pictures of mamie's celebration. i have tears in my eyes. i love you and am so proud of you. mamie is missed!!
    love,
    julie scarborough

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  5. Meredith WoodruffJuly 29, 2010 at 9:43 PM

    What a special way to celebrate Mamie! The pictures are great! Everything looked perfect! I wouldn't have expected anything less of you;)! Hope you and Taylor are doing good! I think of you every day! -Meredith

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  6. jaynaJuly 31, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    Oh Sarah! Everything looked beautiful. I am so sorry that we weren't able to make it. What an amazing way to celebrate Mamie. We love you guys.

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  7. Tina DJuly 31, 2010 at 10:26 PM

    Love reading your blog. The celebration for your precious girl was beautiful!
    Blessings, Tina D.

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  8. Lance and HeatherAugust 3, 2010 at 1:23 PM

    wow sarah, these are amazing pictures. what a cool idea and a beautiful way to remember and honor sweet Mamie.

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2010 at 5:04 PM

    Sarah,
    All I can say is....amazing! I am so moved and inspired everytime I read your blog. I have often prayed for you and Taylor and will continue to do so. You left an impression on me when we met at Journey in January that i have not forgotten. It has been 8 1/2 months since losing our son Brodie and some days the pain is just as fresh as the day he died. This road we are on as bereaved moms is truly a difficult one. I often feel like we're in a club that you really wish yourself or others weren't members of. I know Mamie had a happy and blessed birthday in heaven. And,I pray for continued peace for you and Taylor.

    Monique Hickman

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