Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts

Monday, July 9, 2012

Whatcha been doing?

Trying to write today's blog I started thinking about what we have been up to lately.  It's sort of a big blur.  I have no idea where June went.  Seriously.  And now we are already on the second week of July.  Wow. 

So, we've been busy and going a lot lately.  Maybe a little too much.  My body has decided to revolt so we are slowing down a bit.  Slowing way down actually...this weekend I did nothing.  Seriously, nothing.  It was fab!

So, catching up...sometimes I think it's easier to do this via pictures rather than a lot of text. 

Let's go...

I made these amazing Hawaiian Barbeque Bacon Burgers recently.  We made them with grass fed, organic beef...which is expensive, but let me tell you...we could tell a difference!!  Such a delicious difference.  Even Josh thought so.  Awesome. 


Oh, and grill some pineapple...it's so delish.

I'm in the middle of Grace for the Good Girl for my girl's bible study group.  Great book especially for this recovering good girl.  Read it.  You can also find Emily's blog and discussion on the book here.


Rediscovered a few blogs that I really enjoy but was behind in reading...




Josh and I bought a movie that we totally fell in love with at the theater. 
We were so surprised by this little film.  It's so good.  Go rent it.  You'll be surprised.


Happy Monday, loves! 

As you can see my ADD is in full swing this Monday...I'm all over the place.

I better get focused. 

Focus...focus...focus...mmmm, cupcakes!?!

Friday, January 13, 2012

Getting back on track...

Hi loves!  I feel like I start too many of my blog posts with apologies for not blogging more.  So, I won't say I'm sorry...instead, I'll say thank you for sticking with me during looooong lapses in blogging.  Really, thank you! 

December and half of January just flew right by.  It's all a big blur. I wasn't neglecting the blog intentionally.  I started some big treatments for this crazy neurological disorder that I have that really set me back during the holidays.  We visited the ER twice and Urgent Care once between December 25th and January 5th.  SO fun!

So, let's get back on track...

Before Christmas I was sharing with you what we had been up to a year ago...remember?

I'll refresh...we were getting ready to travel to Jackson Hole, Wyoming for my sis-in-law's wedding. I have to share a few lot of the photos from her day because it truly was a one of a kind event.

Courtney's full ball gown...unbelievably gorgeous!


The bride...complete with a handmade rich dark purple cloak to give her a little more warmth on the ride up. 
She was stunning. 

A sleigh ride to the mountain top complete with apple cider and lots of handwarmers. 


Courtney was given away by Josh.

Courtney and Korbin were married by her dad, David, overlooking the National Elk Refuge below.

  
Unforgettable views from the mountain tops...amazing.

The happy couple.


Courtney spent months on the details...all from Texas. 

The reception was held at The Jackson Hole Flower Company, a quaint flower shop that had been transformed for the night.  It was rustic and still so elegant.  The perfect venue for a small, private night of dinner and dancing.

All of the details were incredible...
real wood chargers, monogrammed linens, and all natural greenery dressing the table. 

The guest book incorporated more of the woodsy feel of Jackson Hole as well.

Take home ornaments for each guest that also served as placecards.

Cozy and yet still so elegant...perfection.

The happy couple dancing in the glow of candlelight...gorgeous.

A little impromptu piano playing with 2 of my favorite guys.


The precious newlyweds!

Courtney and Korbin celebrated their first anniversary on two separate sides of the world...Korbin was on his aircraft carrier serving in the Navy and Courtney was back in San Antonio, holding down the fort until he returns.  They've sacrificed much and have grown as individuals and as a couple this past year.  It's awesome to see what God has in store for them.  We love and adore them very much and were very honored to be part of their big day!

Happy Friday, loves!

XOXO


Thursday, December 9, 2010

Staying warm...

Thresca     

Ohhhh, December...you've been quite the mess!  
Deadlines, appointments, and medical tests!
If you could please just slow down and allow us to pause,
we want to celebrate the baby Jesus and Mr. Claus.
We've put up our tree and wrapped it with lights,
it's warmed our hearts and made our house bright.
I haven't bought presents, really haven't started the list...
I've got to get going so that no one is missed.
Please stop rushing, December.  You're important to me.
I want to celebrate you fully before it's January!

Beautiful Wild (but can't find the link)

Citified
Crafty Doula via Tiny White Daisies

Jessica Lynne Arts
xoxo!

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Tuesday's truth...

Sometimes a touch of red just makes things a little more fun... 

These images just spoke to me this morning...perhaps because I am feeling a little blah and could use a little spice today. 



Leontine Linens


Country Living
Happy Tuesday!

Friday, November 12, 2010

It's approaching.  No matter how much I want to ignore that it'll be here before long, it'll be here...Christmas.  I love this holiday and up my anxiety meds because of it. 

I've been beginning to think about possibly considering making a list of thoughts of gifts for people...I really have to work myself up to get rolling.  Procrastination really is one of my talents.  I won't start really panicking until I see the stuff from New Year's already on the shelves...then I know it's time to focus. 

However, I have been following Edie's Life in Grace blog for a little while now and have really enjoyed her 12 days of Handmade Christmas.  It's helped get me motivated.  There are some really cute ideas.  I highly recommend checking it out.  Now, don't be overwhelmed by Darby's from Fly Through Our Window's tutorial of making a picnic blanket...that is totally NOT for beginners like me.  But, I might check out the dishtowels and the cinnamon honey butter toffee recipe...YUM!


Do let me know if you try any of these out...don't let me know if you have already completed your shopping. 

Are you planning on making any of your Christmas gifts this year?

Happy Friday!

Monday, October 25, 2010

Bet you didn't see it coming...

Yep, 2 months from today!


Can you even believe it!?!