Love This Life
I'm a Midwestern girl loving life in D.C.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Weekend in Charlotte
ever drove away on Monday afternoon is beyond me. That guy is
something else. That’s probably why I’m marrying him. In 51 DAYS!
Whoa.
It is a strange thing walking into your future apartment and being
allowed to hang stuff on walls and move furniture and having very
important conversations about whether that ‘thing’ is a rug or a
tapestry and does it belong on the wall or the floor.
By the way, I think it’s best as a tapestry, and I assure you would
look great on the wall. Danny does not agree. See below.
Tapestry? (Danny painfully agrees to demonstrate).
Rug? (I painfully agree to lay the small tapestry at a slight diagonal
under the table to demonstrate its use as a rug).
To be honest, it will NOT remain in either location, but it was a fun
exercise in decorating together.
While he may not be on the tapestry train, he does have quite good
taste, and I look forward to hopefully making our space a cozy
reflection of our combined aesthetic. {I’ve been reading too many
design magazines.}
Our weekend also involved a belated Valentine date to the Liberty
(yummy!) and the movie “The Vow”.
I have this thing where I really fight crying at movies. I just find
it awkward to walk around with puddles of mascara under my eyes in a
public place. I made it about ¾ of the way through “Courageous”, but
that movie really wore me down! I was pleased that I had actually made
it all the way through “The Vow” with no crying, but alas there was
some serious tear duct build-up. And then, an abundance of crying and
hugging in the car. Needless to say, I really liked the movie. And I
really like my fiancé.
Other things we did during my visit included brunch, red velvet
waffles for dessert, a rotisserie chicken joint, more brunch, two
Insanity workouts (I'm still alive!), and a dance lesson! You can
add to the list of his noncritical but awesome qualities that
D has rhythm and is a fast learner.
And that is our weekend in a very big nutshell.
I love D.C., but I am so excited to get myself down to Charlotte to
start our life together!
P.S. I am really hoping to revamp this blog soon and begin posting
more often. It’s on my post-wedding ‘list’. So stay tuned . .
Friday, February 10, 2012
Valentine Wishes
But I thought, for fun, I'd still share the things I've been eyeing / craving this week. They may not be all red or romantic, but they have one thing in common - I'm loving them!
First up, Gorjana Love Ring Set. I don't have the longest fingers, so these dainty rings would be perfect.
#2. Asos Pink Patent Watch. A pop of pink is always appropriate.
#3. Crosley iSolo Radio. How cute is this guy? He doesn't just play the radio, he plays your iPod/iPhone, and streams Pandora.
#4. Another watch! Dying over this beauty. Nixon's Time Teller Watch.
#5. Kate Spade 'Mrs' Necklace. How appropriate is this? Well, maybe not for a couple more months.
#6. Handwoven Turkish Beach Towel. Can you tell I'm dreaming about my honeymoon already? I want the aqua color! Or the pink!
#7. Coral Kate Spade Studs. I could never have too much coral! {It's one of my wedding colors.}
#8. A very cool D.C./Maryland map.
#9. Candy, of course! I am always craving some cinnamon bears.
#10. And finally and completely cliche . . CHOCOLATE! To be specific, I'd love some dark chocolate wafers.
Hope your Valentine's Day is high calorie and full of fun!
On the actual holiday, I will be fiance-less and curled up on a couch with my girlfriends re-watching a series we LOVE - "Friday Night Lights". I think chocolate and wine will most definitely be involved.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Hiding Place
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Christmassy New York
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
A NYC Reunion
It's been just over 2 weeks since I left D in Charlotte. There have been plenty of texts and lots of evening Skype chats, some in which he 'tucks me in', and he is the last person I talk to and pray with before turning over and going to sleep.
Today I'm taking the train up to New York City to attend his company's holiday party and hold his hand. It is an expensive 22 hour trip when you take the train and hotel room into consideration . . but it's already worth it. I just wish I didn't have to share him with all his colleagues, many of which he'll be meeting for the first time (as the company is based in NYC).
I plan to treat myself to my favorite cookies and a blowout before the party. Levain Bakery and Drybar, here I come. If you're going to New York, you've gotta do it right.
I don't think I've ever been so excited on a Tuesday.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Thanksgiving
I am so very thankful for him. He is caring, patient, fun, godly, talented and hot! And he is my perfect complement. I love you, babe!
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
One Month
We've set our date for April 14th, 2012. That is six months away from this Friday! Just enough time to plan the wedding and get pre-marital counseling. Why wait any longer?
This month, we . . booked our venues, had our first pre-marital counseling session, opened our registries (just), decided on colors, chose bridesmaid dresses, looked at invitations, and did lots of brainstorming.
And this past weekend, I found my dress!
Through all of these things, we are really just so excited to start our life together.
I feel so blessed that I get to marry my very best friend. He is perfect!!! (for me)
Thursday, September 29, 2011
My Ring and Other Happenings . .
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Friday, September 02, 2011
Five Happy Things
I’m in the middle of an ‘end of summer’ post. Maybe it will make up for my delinquency these past few months?
In the meantime, here are some things bringing me a little happiness lately:
1. Peach fro-yo with coconut shavings. Oh, Yogen Fruz. (I am ordering everything peach these days, because the season is almost over - sob.)
2. My PNC Virtual Wallet bank account. You may question my sanity when I say I’ve spent a few hours this week ‘playing’ with my new bank account. But, this account set-up rocks. It gives me 3 accounts for spending, short-term savings (set-aside money), and long-term (no touch) savings. Instead of remembering how many withdrawals are pending or which bills are coming up, I can set money aside in advance and always know exactly how much I have to spend. It’s also an easy way to save more.
3. Allegra, Nasonex, and eye drops. My throat, eyes, nose, and ears are thanking me.
4. Pinterest. Oh my. I was slow in signing onto this new craze, but if you follow me, you know about my obsession these days. It’s a fun and easy way to catalogue pretty images that inspire me and help me to narrow down my style. I already had a gazillion posts starred on Google Reader, so now I can go back and pin the photos I love.
5. The upcoming 3-day weekend, of course. We’re spending a day in Charlottesville, Virginia, and I can’t wait to discover a new, pretty place and eat some good food.
Happy Labor Day!