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Weddings are such a special and magical time, but let’s be real, they can also be expensive! That’s why I loved finding creative and budget-friendly ways to add some extra charm and beauty to the big day. For the wedding morning I transformed two plain and inexpensive clothing racks from @kmartaus and some cute bow hairclips from @temu into something cute and practical for the bridesmaids to hang their dresses on.

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Happy Thankful Thursday! Well what a week its bee

Happy Thankful Thursday! Well what a week its been - Em and Mitch are now Mr and Mrs Williams. The ceremony went off beautifully and they are now in Greece to start their honeymoon.

One of the things that really struck me on Sunday was how lucky Em and Mitch both are with their groups of friends.

When people heard that Em was having ten bridesmaids most of the comments were about how you would have to prepare yourself for some drama and someone making it all about them etc etc well I can tell you that could not have been further from the truth.

I have known Em’s ten bridesmaids since most of them were little, some even since they were born! The wedding morning was something I will remember for the rest of my life. Those beautiful young women were all there solely to support Em. They brought the joy and girl energy and honestly made the day! There were moments during the morning where I just stood back and watched what was happening almost bursting into tears. They were helping each other, laughing and chatting the way only girls can and most of all ensuring that Emy’s big day went off perfectly. I have so much love for each and every one of these amazing young women.

On Sunday/Monday I also got to see more of Mitch’s friends and they were exactly the same as Ems. Such kind and thoughtful young men and women who have embraced Em into their lives in such a beautiful easy way. I know Mitch has had them in his life for a long time like Em💕 and I really look forward to getting to know them all better as we now celebrate all life’s milestones as one big family.

This week I am so grateful for:-

1. Everyone who attended the wedding especially those who travelled long distances to be there.
2. Our new in laws who have whole heartedly welcomed not only Em but Tony & I into their family.
3. The rain holding out until later in the night.
4. The love surrounding Em and Mitch on their wedding day.
5. The cake surviving the night!

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Happy Thankful Thursday everyone! This view is ver

Happy Thankful Thursday everyone! This view is very different now and I can’t wait to show you, I love it!!

We are a few days out from the wedding and it’s a little surreal. My baby is getting married 😱. All of the thinking and preparing is about to be over and I’m not sure how I feel about it. It’s been a lovely bonding experience and I’ve been able to get very creative. I wouldn’t recommend taking on a big renovation at the same time but all in all I have really enjoyed the whole process. So this week I am grateful for

1. My beautiful girl and Mitch for getting married. I’ve never met two people more perfect for each other and I can’t wait for Mitch to be an official part of our family❤️
2. Tony for working so hard trying to get the backyard sorted out. We’re almost there and I can’t wait to share it.
3. Getting to have a little chill time with my girl while she helped me choose a wedding lippy 💄
4. An awesome lady by the name of Anna who is generously giving up her Mother’s Day to help set up for the wedding. Saving us any stress on the day🙏
5. My bestie for meeting me yesterday to collect crates to take to the wedding venue so she can help us pack everything up after the wedding ❤️
6. The cleaners who came in yesterday and did the job I just couldn’t get to. Sometimes you just have to outsource and use your energy for the important things!!

Soon I will be able to share not only the “secret garden” but also all of the wedding details 👏👏. Hope you’ve had a wonderful week 🥰🥰

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Happy Thankful Thursday, everyone! Let’s take a

Happy Thankful Thursday, everyone! Let’s take a moment to appreciate the little things that bring us joy and the big things that make life worth living😍

This week I am grateful for:-

1. I am grateful for my bestie who organised the night out to see @_juliegoodwin. She was absolutely brilliant and I can’t wait to read her book.
2. Im also grateful to my bestie for suggesting a hot chocolate at Max Brenners afterwards. I havent had one in ages and it was delicious.
3. Im grateful to the talented seamstress who is altering Em’s wedding dress. What a huge and stressful job it must be for her.
4. I’m so blessed to have the flexibility to devote time to Em and Mitch’s wedding. My creative juices have definitely been flowing.
5. Im grateful to the guys who are smashing out our paving this week and the weather that has been co operating🙏

Can you believe there is only one thankful Thursday until the wedding 😱

Have a wonderful weekend everyone 💗
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Looking for a unique gift that keeps on giving? My

Looking for a unique gift that keeps on giving? My bestie Faye, delivered Em and Mitch’s wedding gift yesterday. She has created a tradition for special occasions where she wraps 12 presents to be opened in the lead up to the event. The last present is always the biggest. In Em and Mitch’s case they will start opening the gifts on 30 April 2024 and will have one to open every day until the wedding. The box that the presents come in will then become their wedding keepsake box. How perfect is that???

I have previously done a blog post on how Faye puts these together along with ideas for gifts if your interested in doing one for someone special in your life.

https://ajoyfulordinarylife.com/the-12-days-of-christmas/

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Another Thankful Thursday!! How are the weeks goin

Another Thankful Thursday!! How are the weeks going by so fast😱

This has been a great week and I’ve achieved a lot👏

I cant wait to show the transformation of this secret garden area soon.

This week I am grateful for:-

1. A fabulous lunch celebrating my beautiful girl’s hen’s weekend.
2. The wonderful girls who helped Em enjoy this important time in her life, especially the gorgeous @tarlie.hermens who went above and beyond in organising the weekend. Em has been blessed with the most amazing friends 💗
3. My bestie and SIL coming with me to the lunch. It was nice to have other oldies there. Sorry for the driving girls 😉🤣
4. The time to get all the signs done for the wedding. Its nice to have something completely ticked off.
5. Tony for getting the secret garden to the point that it is now ready for paving.

We have a big day today moving pavers from the front to the backyard - thankfully Em and Mitch are going to help because there’s a lot!!!

I also wanted to express thanks and gratitude to all who served past present and future, for what you gave up to provide a brighter future for generations to come. Lest we forget! 🤍

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Happy Thankful Thursday! We have less than a mon

Happy Thankful Thursday!

We have less than a month to go until the wedding😱 and Ive had the Cricut going for days on end!!! Im definitely limping to the finish line 🤣 (literally!)

This week I am grateful for:-

1. A surprise visit from my bestie 💗
2. Booking a long weekend away in July
3. Getting the secret garden wall and arbour painted. The paving is next and I can’t wait.
4. Ticking off some of my jobs for the wedding.
5. Tony surprising me with a new book. Tony is pretty good at choosing books so its become his go to gift😍

Have a great day everyone and remember, gratitude is a practice, not just a feeling. Make it a habit to regularly reflect on the things you’re thankful for, and watch as your life transforms for the better🥰
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Happy Thankful Thursday, friends! 💕 Things ar

Happy Thankful Thursday, friends! 💕

Things are getting very exciting in the Kelly household. It’s one month to go until the wedding so its full on doing all the last minute things that need to be done. I have so many lists going at the moment!!! You know that saying “bite off more than you can chew and chew like crazy” - thats whats happening here😆

This week I am grateful for:-

1. My weekly chat with my bestie.
2. A surprise visit from some friends.
3. My fabulous facial - my skin still feels amazing.
4. Finishing off some place holders for the wedding - took me two days but I got there 👏
5. Finally getting some good sun so I could wash blankets and bedspreads.

Have a great Thursday💗

And as always, remember to take care of yourself. Whether it’s treating yourself to a relaxing bubble bath, a yummy homemade cake or taking a walk in nature, make time for the things that bring you joy and peace.

What are you thankful for today? Share in the comments below! ⬇️
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Happy Thankful Thursday, everyone! Its time to s

Happy Thankful Thursday, everyone!

Its time to start thinking about napkin folding for the wedding. It will be a lot simpler than this fold though😆. DM me if you have any ideas!

This week I am grateful for:-

1. Having a yummy dinner with Em and Mitch on Easter Sunday.
2. Finishing the secret garden wall and getting some paint on it. Still a bit more painting to do but its almost finished.
3. Having a quick catch up with the girls I used to work with.
4. Getting the pavers ordered ready to to be laid in the secret garden.
5. Having a nice looooong chat with an old friend.

Today I’m off to have a facial with my gorgeous girl and I am very much looking forward to it. I was booked in to have it the day after I did my knee!!!

Have a great Thursday 🥰
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Thankful Thursday, feeling blessed, grateful everyday.

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