Day 14 of 30: My birthday is a month from today and I like dog clothes

I just realized earlier in the day that my birthday is EXCACTLY one month away! yay!

I'm the kind of person who actually looks forward to their birthday each year.

I don't dread it at all. I don't think of it as getting older because you know what...you're going to age every single year, it's inevitable...so just embrace it!

And I try to rub off my happiness about birthdays to all that surround me! ha!




I'm sure many of you are anti dog clothes. To some point I agree. I don't like dressing them up all the time or putting boots or shoes on them, but I do love looking through dog clothes. They just look so darn cute!

That being said, can you imagine my cute Mason (picture above) in the adorable red sweater (picture below)?!?!

Soon enough you will be able to see a live picture of him in it!


Honestly, I've been eyeing it for more than a year now and had never just bought it. Now I did!!!

Plus, he is getting his hair cut tomorrow, so once it comes he'll look extra cute!!!

Day 13 of 30: Our first meeting with the Pastor

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As I mentioned in my previous lame-o post, we had our first meeting with Pastor Mark last night. Going into it, I think we were both kind of like, eh do we have to do this?

Neither of us knew what we were entering into as we walked up to the glass doors.

Suprisingly, it was quite fun and created some nice conversation afterwards.

We first met with Pastor and chit chatted a bit. Then he asked us why we wanted to spend the rest of our lives together, what was it about the other person that made us love them.

Then, we had to take a test!!!

Oh no, don't worry, we weren't graded or anything. It was a 115 question 'test' that asked us questions regarding religion, budgeting, children, your future spouse.

We took it seperately, but in the same room. During the entire 'test' I just kept telling myself to remember the question because I thought it would be a fun one to talk about after we left. Of course, my memory fails me quite often...

Pastor is going to compile the results and put 'em in the mail. We can't wait to get them back so we can talk some more. We did realize that we both answered the questions very similarly, go figure.

So that was it. Harmless.

Although, we do have another appointment in a few weeks...

Day 12 of 30: This is a cop out

I'll be the first to admit.

It's 10:39pm, we had our first meeting with the Pastor and I just haven't really had much time aside from that.

So this is my post. It's just a post.

No one ever said these 'post a day' things would be interesting, did they?! :-)

It was my Dad's birthday today. R and I called and sang to him this morning. I think he liked it.

That's all.

I'm being beckoned by my pillows and warm blankets.

Good night!

Day 11 of 30: We are inviting Barack Obama to our wedding

Yeah, you read it.

I found this post regarding upcoming weddings that take place after our President Elect Barack Obama is sworn in for Presidency.

You send in your invitation to the White House as if you are inviting Barack and Michele to your wedding. And voila, you get a signed response back!

I think it's pretty neat and a great keepsake, especially since it's just a huge time for our country.

Not to mention, my Mister has been rooting for the President Elect for quite some time.

For all the details go to Celebrity Weddings Blog.

Day 10 of 30: My very first bloggy award!!!

First off, I would just like to say that listing the day of the month in my title just makes me notice how quickly this month is going already. It's nuts! Does anybody remember when it was just last year?!

Okay and onto BETTER things...

I received my very first blog award!!! I can't say I haven't been wishing I'd get one.

If I did, I would be lying just a little bit.

The giver of the award was my bestie Jenny. We have been planning our weddings together and it's been fun. We have come to realize now more than ever just how alike we are! You should head on over there and check out some of her ramblings... :-)

You can also check out her other nominees and their fun blogs HERE.

The Uber Amazing Blog Award is given to those blogs who:
- inspire you
- make you smile and laugh
- give amazing information
- are a great read
- have an amazing design
- and any other reason you can think of that makes them uber amazing!

The rules of the Award are:
- put the logo on your blog and/or post
- nominate a minimum of five blogs
- let them know they received this award by commenting on their blog
- share the linky love and link to this post as well as the person's blog that nominated you

And now on to my nominees (drum roll please)...

Kelly's Korner - I don't know her personally, but just by reading her blog you can tell that she is the kindest sweetest person. She is also expecting her first little baby girl!!!

Bless Our Nest - I just LOVE all the decorating ideas I get from Shannon! She has given me some great ideas for decorating!

Acte Gratuit - She is just fun! She tells fun stories and guess where she and her family are living right now...Japan! How fun!!!
Fabulous K - (Another) Kelly (do you see a trend here?!) is another great decor muse for me! Her cute decor in her own place is just so darn cute! Not to mention, she makes great blog designs. If I could, I would have her redecorate our whole place! She is just all kinds of fabulousness! :-)
NieNie - I'm sure you all know Nienie. I, unfortunately, didn't start reading her blog until I heard about their accident. I wish their family all the strength and support in the world as things are slowly getting better. I just have to say that reading the reposts on her blog make me want to be happy all the time and cherish every moment even if its bad, because whats the point in worrying or being mad or what not. Inspirational is a good word that comes to mind.

Well that's all for today. I have to go comment on all the blogs above!!! The Blog World is something different that is not always for everybody, but I am happy that I've found it. It's created so many outlets and ideas for me.

Enough sappiness...

Goodnight.

Day 9 of 30: Winter is quickly approaching

First snow fall of 2008 - Friday November 7th.

Can you believe it?!

I mean, I know we live in Chicagoland and it's November, but can't you wait until at least December, Mother Nature?!

I do not lie; I was working, sitting at my desk with a window view. I was walking back from the bathroom and I noticed white flakes quickly trying to make their way to the ground, which fortunately was a little to warm for the flakes because upon touching down, they melted immediately. Thankfully.

I don't know about you, but I'm just not ready for the snow. Part of me wishes that we lived somewhere warmer, but the other part of me thinks that Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without the cold weather. Not to mention, all (or most) of your friends and family are here.

In my perfect world, the weather would be a nice sixty degrees, with leaves on trees matching the beautiful hues of fall weather.

I just love Fall.

I only wish it would stay around consistently for more than a month tops.

It's been flurrying ever since Friday on and off. Still nothing sticking, but it is awfully cold if you're outside for more than, oh 30 seconds. Which makes walking the dog three times a day brutal.

What is your favorite season and why? Do you like snow? Where would you move if you could pick anywhere your little heart desires?

Day 8 of 30: Aladdin

Today, my sweet Mother-in-law took myself, Ava (my niece) and her granddaughter to see Aladdin at the Lincolnshire Marriott Theater. It was so cute and I actually really enjoyed it!

We went out to lunch with the kiddies afterwards and headed back to my mil's house so the girls could play.

While us girls were talking in the other room, the little girls were playing and I snuck in to take a picture of them sitting on the chair together playing at the computer. As I was about to take the picture Ava put her little arm around S's shoulder. How cute! :-)



Stacey and Little C came over. Ava just ate it up, she just loves babies and little kids. She is going to be a great cousin some day!

It was a great day just getting to hang out with family. I got to see Little T for the first time since I've seen him right after birth. He slept the entire time, but he was still cute. He has grown so much since I've last seem him.

And right about now, I'm blogging (and keeping good on my post-a-day oath thankyouverymuch) and my Mister is napping. Yeah, we know it's 8:24pm, but it's the weekend and, well we're not at the stage in our lives where we have to take care of a kid or go to bed early, so we can do it, right?! :-)

Day 7 of 30: President Elect Obama

For starters, can I just say I had NO IDEA what President Elect meant until last night, when I asked my Mister (I can't wait until I can just say hubby or huband). I'm no dummy, but I had a hard time figuring it out...

So anywho... I just wanted to say that I hope that you all know that no matter who you voted for, we are all Americans. As Americans, our duty is to support our president. I am also so privelaged to be here and alive while our country makes history, electing our first African American as President. What a great victory to overcome. I am so proud of this country.

And I think you should be too!

Day 6 of 30: And baby boy makes two

Here I am!

Making good on my promise of making up for yesterday.

Tonight, after work I went over to my girlfriend's house to have dinner with the girls.

And also to meet this handsome, cute little man!



Isn't he just so darn cute?! And so teeny tiny! His name is Owen and he is a little over a week old. What a cutie pie. There were some complications, but baby Owen and his wonderful Mom are okay.


Awww! He was just so cuddly! I forget how tiny babies are when they are newborns.

And of course we can't leave little Audrey out! She is just as cute. She can talk now and is just her own little person.

Day 5 of 30: Extended to the next day - obviously...

I am such a bad bad blogger! Shame on me!

Honestly, I was remind myself all night last night that I had to do a blog post before we went to bed. Well as you can tell, that didn't happen and let's just say that I remembered it this morning while showering...

However, I did post TWO entries the day prior, so that's got to count for something, right?!

Maybe...just maybe you will get a double dose of blog posts from me today too! Mainly in part that we are going to go see my friend's new little baby boy, Owen. I can't wait...but also because I have a guilty conscience about not posting yesterday!


On another note, our apartment is becoming a home. We inherited some more furniture and I must say, this piece of furniture is way more comfortable than our couch! I love it!

We got it from my brother and sister-in-law. They got some nice swanky leather furniture that looks oh so lovely in their home. I am so grateful for our families.

Day 4 of 30: Expressions

I am currently searching through ALL of our pictures for more pictures of our wedding party.

You see, my bridal shower invites are out (and received, for that matter) and I haven't even finished our wedding website.

Oh the shame...

I just HAD to post this picture though. I was staring at it and I know what's happening in it.

I am deep in thought trying to articulate it and you can tell Jess is just probably making fun of me, as she usually does! It's all in good fun.

I just thought, for me, this is a classic picture of conversation/banter we have... :-)

Day 4 of 30: Have you voted yet?

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I thought that little picture they had on the Google Search was so cute! I couldn't resist, sorry!

So...have you? Have you voted yet today?

If not, I highly reccomend that you do. It is such a privilege that we get to be a part of selecting the leader of our country. It's also a right that, as a woman, we have not had in the past.

As much as I am excited about the new President, I am awfully excited about the election season to be OVER!!! All the back and forth, it's driving me nuts!

Not to mention, ALL the news ALL the time. Hallelujah, it'll soon be over. :-)

So...if you haven't voted yet, you still have PLENTY of time. Go, now, get out there and vote!!!

Day 3 of 30: Back to the daily grind

Have I mentioned that if I had the choice, I wouldn't work?!

Who wouldn't though.

My Mister got in on time yesterday from the airport. He ended up getting on the flight that he was originally booked on. Yay for that!!! It's so nice to have him back home!

He had a big day today! He started at his new job and we got to car pool together to and from work. Just for today though.

Yep, we are working in the same office! We're on opposite sides of the building though so we're not working together. It was fun to carpool today!

On another note, I had my very first dress fitting today. It went really well and I just can't wait for our wedding. I can't wait to be off of work for 2 week and to go to Jamaica for a FULL WEEK. Oh what fun!!!

Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, can you believe it?! Speaking of which, can I keep my pumpkin stuff up for fall decor still or must I put it away and get something more harvesty out? Help, please?

Thanks!

Day 2 of 30: I've decided

To start wearing in my 'wedding shoes' today. I think it's about time, don't you?

Don't you just love my cute little zebra sockettes (I think I made that word up!)?!

I don't want my shoes to get sweaty on the inside before the BIG DAY, but I do want them to be broken in. I have a little problem though, they feel a little tight. I think it may be because of the socks, but my logic is that they will stretch a bit while I wear them over the next few months, right?!



On a side note, I'm waiting to go pick up my Mister from the airport. I just received a call from him saying they 'bumped' him off of his connecting flight. They said they were oversold, which me and him know all about from the hotel. So instead of going to get him at 3:30pm, it may be just a bit later... What a bummer, especially for him!

I think I like this post-a-day thing (Zizi Nikki, I'm sure you are thrilled!). And if you're lucky, you may even get two today!

Day 1 of 30: Day one, not so bad?!

Remember yesterday, when I took on the challenge of posting EVERYSINGLEDAY for the month of November?

What was I thinking?!

I think I may be able to come through this... Day one ain't so shabby because let me tell you...

Do you see this new blog layout that I have?! I ACTUALLY figured out how to make my own layout, background and all!!! Excuse me one moment while I reach around my back and pat myself! :-)

With the help of some digital scrap booking materials and handy dandy Photoshop, well let's just say I'm actually starting to understand it a bit.

What do you think?

Now I can actually add some more things to the side bar. I wasn't too sure if I was going to keep the last layout I had. I have to say, I'm quite pleased!

Now I don't know if this constitutes as a very exciting blog post, but eh it counts as one of my thirty... Hopefully I'll have some better things to post about as the week goes on?

Until tomorrow...