thursday inspiration.

happy march! i was so busy yesterday i failed to even acknowledge february 29th! so sad to think i missed that opportunity. not that it's a big deal, by any means. i just hate being reminded that we sometimes rush too quickly through life. these past two weeks have definitely been a blur for me.

i promised you a bit of inspiration, so i thought i would share this image {i know, i know - not the clearest pic} from better homes and gardens. i have been obsessed with these oversized ballons since i received the march 2012 issue earlier in february. i really wanted to have them at my mom's spring time birthday, but i procrastinated {and kind of forgot} to order them.

balloons were so popular when i was a child. now i rarely see balloon bouquets. sometimes it just seems like balloons have become incredibly cheesy and done in poor taste. i love, love, love these balloons, though. between you and me? i hope balloons continue to make a come-back. when done well, they're so cheerful and bring a smile to your face.

if you haven't already, check out the "you say it's your ..." article for fun party inspiration on page 24 of the better homes and gardens, march 2012 issue. i think you'll love some of the details as much as i do!

"fluffy cake, champagne toasts, giddy snapshots, and a personalized soundtrack. what's not to love about a go-all-out celebration?"