21 Nov 2012

his invitations







 
She has always had a second shadow. He follows her everywhere and she wouldn't have it any other way. I often find them side by side with heads almost touching, engaged in some gentle play. Sometimes she leads and he follows. Other times he is the conductor. Of course there is a natural ebb and flow that comes with all human interaction but a mild and tender equilibrium always seems to settle.They have a gentleness; a quietness together. I catch her singing Sarah Humphries' ethereal and utterly beautiful version of John Lennon's Beautiful Boy to him. He watches her so intently; his head cocked to the side. She tousles his soft hair.

On Sunday he turns one and a party is being planned. Invitations have been made, a turtle cake chosen for Mumma to make, wee party bags are being filled with little lovely things. The lawn needs mowing, fruit needs to be cut up and wooden toys need to be wrapped. It is a delicious hive of activity.

But amidst all this flurry of industry I pause to drink in all that is this beautiful being. My boy.

He has kept those piercing blue eyes that have been here since the day he said hello to the world. He smiled early. He still smiles....all the time. Alabaster skin and hair tinged with copper. Almost walking and so very proud of himself. Our little man-y you are so very adored.

Remy's simple party invitations were made from recycled card which was beautifully (and thoroughly!) painted by two little elves. A fish shape was drawn, a template was made and much cutting was done. A jute twine fishing line and party details on the back. Such a pretty, silvery school of fish I dare say.

Beautiful Boy is on Sarah's beautiful "Him" EP.

Steph x





22 comments:

  1. I love the way you write. You have such a lovely blog!
    My boy also kept his blue eyes. I am so glad.
    p.s.... glad it looks like some of the paint wound up on its real target! ;)

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  2. the most gorgeous silver mess i have ever seen. gosh it is everywhere! i love seeing kids play like this. your a good mum. the fish are such a simple and effective idea. very nice. and yes, they grow up fast. enjoy the celebrations. xo

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  3. oh this brings back delightful memories of my two getting more paint on themselves than on the paper...now they are somewhat more cautious and "art smock" aware, but i love the gay abandonment of the younger child that just wants to absorb it all...what a lovely joy you created for them both! I cannot believe he will be one on Sunday! Enjoy the planning Steph x

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  4. As he gets older he will be her protector. Just lovely. Elaina xo

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  5. Such simple little invites but they are so sweet.
    You could make fish bunting with any spares.
    x

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  6. my favourite pic: those little piggies all scrunched up in concentration ... ah, i'm so looking forward to my two being old enough to play together ... i hope they're as sweet about it as your pair.

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  7. Oh my, that looks like fun! It reminds me of the story my mom has of me playing in the ashes in the fireplace - I was covered head to toe :)

    My daughter and son are best friends - isn't that THE BEST?! Wishing your little man a very happy birthday :)

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  8. This. You truly are an amazing muma.
    Can't wait to try paints again with Sofia!

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  9. What a delighful relationship your sweet babes have, Steph. How incredible to witness their daily interactions and be privy to their discoveries of the world through their play experiences with one another. Cherish every second of time with that beautiful baby boy of yours, although... he'll always be your baby. I hope the celebration is fabulous, but relaxing. I'm sure whatever you have planned will be just perfect, especially if those sweet little fish are anything to go by. They're the sweetest. Much love xx
    P.S. Sage has a little something she'd like me to pass on to Remy. Would you mind including your address in your email tonight? :-) x

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  10. So beautiful Steph, love the invitations! xo

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  11. I love how he is so focused and engaged! So happy making a beautiful mess. Enjoy that first birthday. Such a big one! X

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  12. beautiful invites :) So exciting a first birthday party....and it sounds like it will be such a lovely one xx

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  13. Gee that year went fast! They are both so so gorgeous and you can see from the photos too how they love each other so. You are so so lucky to have this connection in your children, coming from someone who does not have it but tries very hard to seek the tiny tiny moments that it peeps out. mel x

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  14. What fantastic photos! A true documentation of your children :) You write so beautifully I have really enjoyed reading this. Happy 1st Birthday to your little man! I hope you all have a wonderful day celebrating one of his first milestones. I love the fish invitations!

    Sophie xo

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  15. i loved the painting pictures and was smiling to myself as I scrolled down...then i got to your words and my goodness, the first paragraph blew me away. and then I melted with the sweetness. So lovely, I could just imagine it. x

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  16. Steph these invites are just so sweet but your two little are even sweeter sitting there together painting and getting lovely and messy. And how quickly has a whole year gone by with your gorgeous little boy in your life. xx

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  17. Hhhmmm paint brush or fingers. No why not hands and feet - super cute

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  18. You have a beautiful way with words. Happy almost birthday to your boy.

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  19. Hi Steph, gorgeous invitations, I love people who let kiddos really mess around with paint. My real reason for commenting is to say thank you for those gorgeous coasters (so pretty). I cannot find your email! Please thank sweet little Miss Bijou for her awesome painting too. I love it. Brutus is one very cute guide dog. I will be in touch with her myself in a more proper old-fashioned way as soon as I get on top of things around here. I am tre, tre, TRE busy at the mo!
    x

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  20. oh handmade cards are just the best - beautiful x
    (your bath water must've looked pretty!)

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  21. I adore your birthday fish invites, even more so because of the input your little man had into their making. Such a sweet idea. You are a wonderful mama Steph xx

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  22. You have such a beautiful way with words Steph and those invites are totally delightful!
    x

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Your words brighten my day! Thank-you so much for joining me on my adventure. x