A year ago today....

Kevin proposed last year on June 6th. I can't believe it's been a year. Just in case you haven't read my first posts about the proposal, here are the links....

The Proposal

Circa 1886

Enjoy! We're getting so close! :)

Oh the process of making decisions...

Aunt Arlene to the Rescue!

I would like to say a big thank you to Kevin's Aunt Arlene. After reading my blog post about the Heidi Grace fabric, she went to JoAnn's in Chicago and found another 8 yards! That put me to the exact amount I needed to finish the tables and have a few extras just in case. Thanks so much for reading and helping me find that mysterious fabric! Here's a photo of Aunt Arlene, Kevin, and I at her son's wedding.

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!

Hair Trial Scheduled!

Oh Stella Nova, you are expensive but you make me soooo happy. I am thrilled to have my everyday salon doing my wedding day hair. After over a year and a half of searching, I've finally found a stylist I love. I was even happier when I discovered she is available on my wedding date. Stella Nova truly does it all-nails, hair, and make-up. I know my girls and I are in good hands with Elaine and Becca taking us on! I am looking forward to being pampered and feeling beautiful. The trial is scheduled for the end of June. My mom will be in town so it will be tons of fun to share the first salon experience with her. I will take photos and hopefully post some good options for the big day. Visit stella-nova.com to learn more about this wonderful place.

Papagayo

After much debate between Kevin and I, we've finally settled on a hotel for the honeymoon. We will be staying at the Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa. It is BEAUTIFUL!! Words cannot describe how excited I am so I will just quick writing and let you enjoy the photo.

More to come on the honeymoon as we finalize all the details, it's a work in progress!!! :)

The RSVP's are flying in.

We sent out the invites just over a week ago and we're already receiving RSVP's. Here's a list of the first one's we've received....

1. Jim & Chris (family friends of mine)
2. Tim & Shannon (my half sister)
3. Uncle Mike & Aunt Arlene (Kevin's relatives)
4. Bruce & Karol (SC family friends)
5. Cousin Mike & Karin (Kevin's relatives)

Getting the mail has certainly gotten more exciting these days. I'm so grateful for everyone sending them back so quickly. I think the cedar plank salmon is beating the lemon chicken's butt! The best reply so far, "I'll take the dish that has the most food on it." Bet you can't guess who said that!

The wedding is getting closer and closer each day. Only 3 months left.

It's truly an end of an era...

It is truly an end of an era today, May 29th. My mom is retiring after 35 years of teaching and 33 years of coaching. She started teaching in Orrville right out of college and stayed at the school until today. Throughout the years I know she has seen the good, bad, and ugly come out of high school students. During her years at the high school she taught health and physical education to freshmen and sophomores. If that doesn't give you gray hair than I don't know what does. She also was given the opportunity to START the varsity volleyball program in the 70's. Her schedule consisted of 7-8 games that year (I think that's accurate)! After 33 years she has won several district championships, regional championships, one state final four appearance, and one state championship! I guess this is my way of saying that I am very proud of her and all her accomplishments. I know the wedding this summer is really going to help her get through her first summer without volleyball in a long time.

Please help me in wishing my mom the best of luck during her new life journey. She is truly an inspiration to everyone she meets!

THANKS MOM!!! XOXO!