The venue

Only two more days till I get to go see the potential wedding venue! I'm beyond excited. If I choose the venue then everything will become more clear; the date, when I need to sens out invitations, and ultimately the wedding timeline as a whole.

I've been going nuts on pinterest. I'm pretty sure I have my color palette picked out. Yet once again when I see the venue that too will be more clear due to me beig more visual. I have plenty of idea on what I want but I think everything will come together once I see the venue. I kind of have all my eggs in this basket. If the venue is not what I want then the whole game changes and we may just go with option a, yes option a because originally this is what we had planned due to a massive size family on Kyle's half, then we will look into a destination wedding.

The subject of bridezilla has been brought up a time or two. Honestly I don't think I will be classified as one,though I'm all of a diva, but I've been very laid back in the plans thus far. At the end of the day I get to marry my best friend and that's all that is important to me. I'm not sweatin the small stuff. Nothing is perfect. I know I have an amazing man and just a little flaw in the wedding, whether it be the cake a little crooked or a bridesmaid with tan lines, is all irrelevant and I'm not going to let that determine our marriage. Whatever happens the day will be perfect for me because I found my prince charming and he's going to make me his queen.


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I said yes!

You will totally forgive my absence in the blogosphere by the end of this blog post. Just trust me. ;)

Last September 2011 Kyle and I went to Hendersonville, TN to celebrate with our friends as they took each others hand in marriage. The reception was phenomenal. It was the best I'd been to yet filled with drinks, laughter, and love. As we danced the night away it finally started closing in and it was time for the bouquet toss. 

Naturally, I caught the bouquet...I was a catcher in softball for many years. Trust me, I know how to knock some bitches down. Joking, of course... Though this entails that I would be the next to be married I don't really believe in too many wives tails. Old Wives Tails, just think of the name. Clearly in those days they were stay at home wives obviously bored so they made up some crazy shenanigans and now we're suppose to follow them...? Right...

Follow up: one of the brides bridesmaids ended up getting married however she had already been engaged so that kind of throws that out the window. No one has been engaged since the throwing of the bouquet...until now. 

drum roll...

Kyle asked...and i said YES!!!

So here's how it went down...

Last Saturday September 8, 2012 Kyle and I enjoyed ourselves at Target trying on different crazy styles of sunglasses and just getting into a bunch of shenanigans. Earlier that night we had dinner with my parents at Old Chicago...also nothing new because we frequently have dinner with the 'rents. He was being extremely lovey all last weekend but honestly, I didn't think too much into it because he goes through his random days of being extra lovey--naturally he's a lover.

Sunday we woke up and started getting ready for the Titans game. The first game of the season and I was mega pumped up! On the way to the game we got stuck in traffic because a semi was trying to cross over three lanes in the middle of game traffic. So as we were stopping and going Kyle continually braked fast. There was nothing graceful about him putting on the brakes, he never once eased, just slammed. A thousand wonders we didn't get rear-ended. Still I didn't think much into this because sometimes he has ungraceful days and other days he does it purposely to just pester me. As I was nagging explaining to him to gracefully put the brakes on he replies with "Sorry, guess I'm just super anxious". Once again, no shocker there because he has anxiety frequently. Finally we pull into the parking lot and Kyle shuts the car off. He then turned towards me and says, "Can we have a serious talk?" okay, first and foremost anytime he starts a conversation off with this I automatically know I'm in trouble, it's just a given. So the conversation goes:

Me No. I know what you're going to tell me.

Kyle Okay, what then?

Me  You're going to tell me to not drink too much. -roll eyes-

Kyle That's not it at all

Me Okay, continue with yourself

Kyle Well, you know this was where our first date was. -tear rolls down his cheek- So I thought that this would be the best place to ask you. Will you marry me?

Me What? NO? Wait?! ARE YOU SERIOUS?!

Kyle Yes, I'm serious

Me Wait, like you seriously serious? This is happening?!

Kyle Is that a yes?

Me OMG YES!!!! Wait... did you ask my dad?

Kyle Yes, I asked him earlier this week.

Me well, did he say yes?

Kyle of course. 

Then we shared tears, hugs, lots of kisses. I look over to my passenger side window and our friend Jason is sitting there, I don't even know when he got there. Just like I don't even remember when Kyle pulled the ring out, I still claim that it just magically appeared. In my moments of freaking out I called my mom we shared tears, apparently she already knew as well, along with my best friend. I totally thought that I wouldn't be surprised when he asked me but he definitely blindsided me. Now feeling a little dumb when I think about the third sentence in that conversation. Yet definitely the definition of us. 

I finally get to marry my best friend, one of the best men I've ever come encountered with, my soul mate, and my back bone. I could not be happier. 

Next Wednesday I have an appointment to see a venue. I've already selected my bridesmaids/made of honor. I would give anything if I wouldve thought to get a picture of the way I asked them but I was too wrapped up in excitement. My best friend and sister both already knew that they were going to be in the wedding party but my dear friend Abbie had absolutely no idea. I bought cute little chinese takeout boxes that were black and white paisley with a green ribbon as the handle. I filled the boxes with stuffing and put a ring pop inside. I then bought some cardstock paper that matched the green ribbon and printed on it, "Now it's my turn to POP the question. Will you be my bridesmaid?" the three of them loved it. I thought Abbie was going to pee her pants. I couldn't have picked better bridesmaids. They are all so enthused about the wedding and they're all very creative. No telling what my bachelorette party is going to be.  

Anywho, now that this is a mile long post I will finish it off with some picture. The first one is from the bank next door to our work celebrating my parents 30th anniversary. The second is with me and the sweet bride that I caught her bouquet a year ago. The third is of Kyle and I with solo cups that some nice strangers did for us. His says "Will you?" mine said "Yes!"

Accomplished

Via google. As always.

I could literally start pooping glitter and peeing rainbows when it comes down to me being so excited over my house being straightened up. I'd like to say clean but let's be honest I picked up the scattered messes. Living room was swept not mopped, laundry was done except for sheets, bathroom was straightened and wiped down not sanitized...and well you get the point. The past two weeks I've been in and out of my house. My parents took a vaca to Florida so I house/dog sat. Thus meaning I came I dumped and strolled and left. No time for cleaning.

In my tremendous progress I've made in my house I even made time for a little photo shoot to show you my thrift store finds! Let the photo explosion roll...



The $14 dollar metal wall decor I mentioned previously, yet now hung and better photographed.



My $2 candle.



$2



$3



Holder 99¢; fall decor $1.00ea from the dollar tree.



$2 wire basket that now sits on my kitchen counter as a clutter catcher. Ie everything that comes out of Kyle's pockets.




$14 hobby lobby.



The tall rod iron candle holder was originally $99.00 from hobby lobby and I got it on clearance for $34. I smile every time I walk past it. Can we talk about that sofa table! As soon as we were in contract on our house I went to Essex and they were have a 50% off all boxed furniture sale. The catch? It's all in boxes and you don't know what you're getting. I took out my iPhone, got on amazon, scanned the barcode. Table listed on amazon for $129.00 at Essex it was $70. Take 50% off I snagged that beauty for only $35! I was estatic! The lamp? $5 City Thrift. Don't worry my friends all get jealous of my intense thrifting as well!



I'm still working on my fireplace arrangement but I had to snag a pic because I love all these items so much! The clock was only $12 from Kirklands.

I've had a busy weekend between cleaning, working, taking the boat out, and going to a birthday party. Overall I feel accomplished for the first time in a long time.
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WILW

It's time for Jamie's What I'm Loving Wednesday!




I'm loving this tea towel that my sweet sweet friend Abbie surprised me with this morning. I loveee owls!



I'm loving this metal wall hanging that I got from the thrift store for only $14! Horrible photo but it's beautiful!

I'm loving that I've already started planning for my first Halloween party I will be having at mi casa the weekend before Halloween.




I'm loving my sweet little Koby. He is so sweet and lovey here lately!

I'm loving that my sweet Abbie surprised me also this morning with a scrumptious venti caramel frapp yummm!




I'm loving this hilarious picture I came across on pinterest.




I'm loving Fifty Shades of Grey...omg need I say more! I've decided if they make a movie Hayden Christianson would be a pretty good candidate to play Christian Grey, their name similiarities are purely coincidental in my decision.

Happy Wednesday yall!

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The collar

So if you've ever owned a schnauzer or came around one then it's a given that you know they bark...a lot. I mean it's excessive to the point you think they potentially have issues. Their breed is known for being very protective of their homes and their owners. Well before we got Miss Sophie I had no idea about any of the above. Her barking disrupts the neighbors, it's high pitched, and quite frankly...annoying. Yes, I said it. The only thing that kept me from kicking her to the curb, metaphorically speaking of course, was her sweet and precious personality. She will look up at you with these eyes that melt you heart completely. She will cuddle with you and love on you to no end. She's not considered a lapdog and she's the most of one I've ever had.

Kyle had finally had enough. He gave in and went and purchased a bark collar. I thought it would just give her a little zap and she woul stop. No not case in hand at all. It's like someone pokes her with a flaming torch. At one point she reared back on her back legs like a horse. This breaks.my.heart.

I feel like its animal abuse! I'm scared the neighbors think we are cruel people or they're possibly thanking the heavens that the barking is getting under control. What do you do? Let them follow their natural instincts? Or break them of the habit and gain some sanity back?

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Lemonade to silicon

Remember when you were a kid it was easy to make a quick buck by stirring a lemonade koolaid packet and some sugar together, writing lemonade 10¢ on a piece of paper, and sitting at the edge of your driveway? I clearly remember my sister telling me I was lame until I brought back a big jar of dimes, quarters, and dollars. I remember even though my sign said 10¢ I would get a buck from some 'customers' because of my entrepreneurship (okay and the fact that it was a blistering 100°+ outside and clearly that shows dedication).

What I'm getting to is clearly I was in the wrong business and technologically behind. While Kyle was working on his truck Sunday morning two of the neighborhood kids were riding their bikes in their pj pants and bare feet (yeah don't get me started on that..) and they came to Kyle and told him they were selling bracelets and silicon iPhone cases for a dollar. I'm not talking about bracelets that you make from stolen yarn out of your moms crafting corner. Enter legit bracelets.






Heard of the rapper Drake and his awesome "yolo" that has started to take its toll? Yolo standing for you only live once and a bible scripture on the back. Kyle purchased three of them because you know it's the nice thing to do and also it's inspirational to look down at the verse on occasion. How did we go from lemonade to silicon bracelets and iPhone cases? Next we will be selling luggage and ripped off coach purses.

On another note I have finally gave in. Yes, finally. I went and purchased Fifty Shades of Grey. I've started reading the first two chapters but then I decided to finish my kitchen project..which will eventually make its debut. So far it's okay but I already know its about to get wild because people have big mouths and like to spoil the fun.

That's all for this Monday.

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Declined.

I'll be honest I fortunately do not get embarrassed frequently. It takes a WHOLE lot to embarrass me. Though some people would say this is a good thing, often I would beg to differ. Due to my lack of embarrassing moments when the occasion rises for one I truly do not know how to act or respond...which clearly makes the moment more embarrassing.

After stripping the meat in the mornings I head to my store and frequently stop by the donut shop for some breakfast, yeah not healthy but it's on the way and one of the only places open. Yes I could make my breakfast the night before or carry along a lunch box but as said yesterday I trying to make due with my organizing of life. End rant, not what this post is about. Wednesday I was following my normal breakfast routine or so I thought. And so it went like this:
Walk in, stand in line, tug-o-war with the cinnamon twist or cinnamon roll, mind made up! Next in line.
Quirky Asian woman that I frequently want to punch in face for all her fashion failures along with cake makeup is there to wait on me.
In her all time annoying voice, "next pleeeeze, hi how may I hel yeww?"
Me, "I would like a cinnamon roll please"
QAW (quirky Asian woman), "is dat aww fo yewww todayy"
Me, "yes please".
-she puts roll in bag, I hand over a debit card-
QAW, "yeww muss spend three dolla fo cawd"
-walk over grab green tea, make way back-
-she swipes card-
QAW, "oh yeww decline"
no! I just deposited my check, I haven't paid any bills yet nor went shopping! There's money there! You're clearly just as dumb as I thought!!
Me, "no the money is there try again"
QAW,"no yeww decline but I swipe 'gain".
-pause-
QAW, "no yeww still decline"
-enter ridiculous embarrassment-
Me, "okay thank you"
Stunned I start to walk off
QAW, "yeww cud atlease poot up yo dreeenk"



I wanted to slap her. In my time of embarrassment she decides to make my walk of shame a little more embarrassing. I was devastated. Truly mortified.

I get into my car and I'm clearly at loss of words. Immediately I check my account. Plenty of money to purchase my 3.75$ breakfast. then it dawns on me I got a new card in the mail along with everyone else who uses the same bank because the new cards have more security. The cards were activated on the 14th deactivating our old ones. My embarrassing moment quickly switched to frustration.

Either way whether I had a million dollars in my account and it just wasn't working or I only had one dollar she should've never treated me as if I was a low class citizen barely scraping by and could not afford my breakfast. Yes, I'm still a little hostile towards her. You better believe I went in the following morning and I slammed my card down. Naturally, someone else waited on me while she annoyed someone else. I'm going to pretend she saw my card swiped and saw that I did not tip her ass either. After all I was barely scraping by right?



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