Checking In

I haven't blogged in sometime but that doesn't mean that I haven't written. I have actually reverted back to journaling. There's just something that is so fulfilling about picking up that little black, leather bound journal on my nightstand a jotting down my thoughts for the day before bed.  Its amazing how quickly the pen moves across the paper and even more amazing how quickly the thoughts come to me... it's like having a conversation with myself. It's refreshing, it has been exactly what I have needed to get me through this crazy busy time in my life but in order for some of you (grandma*wink) to keep up with what's going on... here I am, "Checking In" on the blog. :)

WEDDING BUZZ - Three weeks until I am a married woman. As much as I complain about the work... I can't wait to marry the man of my dreams. I thank the moon and stars everyday for such a wonderful man. The wedding is going to be beautiful. I have spent so much time on DIY projects and made some absolutely beautiful decor, as well, as surprising myself by my craftiness. Everything is lined up. Now we are just on a countdown for the days.

WORK BUZZ- I looped with my kids and it was the best decision I have ever made... when they came into my first grade class last year, many of them were non-readers-- now, they can't keep their noses out of books! They know themselves and readers and are constantly teaching me about who I am as a reader and what I know about reading. Today was one of those days where I learned something. We are currently studying the genre of historical fiction. We have been reading many historical fiction books. Today when I challenged them to think about what historical fiction demands from us as a reader their responses were out of this world incredible. I could make a list of their awesomeness but that is besides the point-- I guess, today was just another day of truly loving my job.

HOUSE BUZZ- I hate being a homeowner. Ok, not really. Just when your basement floods, you have to get a pipe replaced, your yard is filled with leaves, and there's not enough the day to fix it all. That is all. :)

CHARLIE BUZZ - Well, Charlie is everything that Josie is not... he is the craziest cat I have ever met in my life! Everyone keeps saying that it is because he is still a kitten. I am not so sure. Truthfully, I think he is missing a brain or the one he has doesn't work. He keeps us on our toes and laughing for sure! I will try to get pictures up of him. He is getting big so fast! My nephew, CSB, was over for Halloween and he asked, "Aunt Sissy, Where is your little bitty baby cat?" I laughed and pointed to Charlie who has put on 6lbs since summer.

PROUD AUNT BUZZ - Speaking of CSB-- Did I mention he is reading wayyyy above grade level? Yes, I am a proud aunt and I brag any chance I get! :)

Well, that sums up my life in a nutshell-blog. I'll check back in soon. Mwahhhh.

Say It's NOT So!!

Today, I was at the place that I love/hate the most.... Walmart.  I was grabbing a few much needed items (which is why I was at Walmart on a Sunday with the local crazies) and then I saw it, what I was not ready to see... the back to school aisle!

Scissors, Markers, and Folders, Oh my!! *sobbing

This summer has went by extremely fast. I have spent the whole summer planning a wedding and working on the house that I have not taken any time for fun in the sun. I am as pale as a ghost. I feel like I have not taken the chance to truly be a bum.

This week, I am making it my number one priority to lay at the pool, be a bum and get some tan lines. The school year is almost here. Thank you WalMart for reminding me of that today! *Grrrrrr!!

Cabinet Upgrade.

Gracias, Danka, Thank you... pinterest for helping find this wonderful blog MonicaWantsItAll.  This wonderful blog post helped me transform my ugly honey oak cabinet in my bathroom to a beautiful rich espresso modern cabinet.  I am in love. 

Meet Charlie

There's a new addition to our house and his name is Charlie. He is an 8 week old brown tabby.  And he is a pistol. I forgot how much work little kittens are-- he is into everything!! Curiosity might just kill this cat but in the meantime I'll enjoy his cuteness.  

Are those your nails?

My entire life I have been a nail biter. I have tried every intervention in the world to stop biting yet nothing has worked. Always. A. Fail.

Until, a couple of months ago. I found my intervention. All this girl needed was a ring on her finger!!

I couldn't stand to look at my pretty shiny diamond engagement ring & see nubs for nails!! So, cold turkey I quit.  I've even taken up a 'hobby' of nail art. Check out theses ALL natural, ALL mine beauties!!

OPI- I Think In Pink

Color Club - Silver Lining

Essie - Lux Effects

OPI-Koala Berry

Sally Henson-Black Heart

Nail Art Deco- White

(Zebra stripes painted by yours truly)

Essie- Tart Deco

OPI-Piroette My Whistle (accent nail) 

Obsessive

Life has definitely been a whirlwind of wonderful lately but it is all going by too fast. It seems like yesterday I was blogging--telling the world I was getting married. And today, that yesterday was a reality of 4 months ago.

Honestly, I haven't blogged because I'm getting married and it is consuming me. All of me. 

The wedding planning has started. One big, giant, exciting headache. Thanks to TheKnot.com, I have thrown away the scratch paper and the little yellow post-its, I have stopped writing with sharpies on my hands and making memos in my iPhone, all because I have a check-list of things to do for the wedding all in one place... and I am obsessed with it. 

How can I get all of the items off of the list?  How many can I get done today? Can I just cross them off if I have intentions of doing them later?  What's the count at now? 

Everything in me kicks into overdrive every time I log on to TheKnot.com's website.  I am my own Bridezilla in the making.... the ceremony, reception, catering, dresses, tuxes, flowers, dj, invitations, and decor have all been finalized. I am winning! I am kicking this wedding check-lists' ass!

Today though, when I logged on, and saw the count of tasks left for my big day--I could see the light at the end of the tunnel and it worried me. 

What will I do with myself when it's all over? When I have no calls to make? Or consultations to schedule? What can I do to excite me and motivate me to this level again? What will I do when there is no more check-list?

This wedding planning takes OCD to a whole other level.

Life Update

What started out as a nervous date has now turned into the love of my life.... & we're engaged!!! I can't even put into words how incredibly happy he makes me. My life has been missing something & it's so clear what it was --him!! Let the wedding planning begin :)