February 08, 2009

Yvonne's Birthday and Housewarming

Last night we enjoyed an evening of good food, drinks, and art to honor my cousin Yvonne's birthday, which also doubled as a housewarming party. She purchased her first home a few months ago, gutted it, and transformed it into a beautiful, inviting, and zen-like space. I wish I had before pictures of the house when she bought it. The labor and work that went into this place is unbelievable (there were many tears shed as well).
But, it is now a home.

Congratulations!

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Happy Birthday to my best friend, my cousin, my soul sister!
To many wonderful years ahead.

3 comments:

iMother2.0 said...

not very often do you leave a birthday party feeling calm, happy and rejuvenated!
Yvonne's home IS tranquil and full of love.
I'm honored to be so close to your loca familia :)...it reminds me of my own...but better ;p

Yvonne in Austin said...

Wonderful photos...it was great having people over at the house for the "first" time - so glad you guys enjoyed! We should definitely get together more often to do fun and creative things! Both you and Tanya's paintings were so colorful and beautiful......thank you for the gifts - let's schedule yoga soon! XOXO, your prima :)

Christina said...

Did you all make those paintings for her new home? What a wonderful gift! Happy birthday to Yvonne.