8 Days!

The above picture is from the first year Sean and I dated. It's probably my favorite picture of us ever, although maybe we'll get some better ones next week AT OUR WEDDING!!!! What the what?

As of Saturday, we are officially one week away from our wedding. Everyone keeps asking if I'm excited, and I am, but I'll tell you this: my to-do list has 21 things on it, I'm about to go drop off a check for more than $1000 big bucks and I lost one of the earrings I planned to wear in the wedding.

I'm most excited when I read through our ceremony for the billionth time (one of the readings really, really gets me) and really REALLY excited when I look at our guest list. I can't imagine what it will feel like to have everyone I love in the same room, dancing and eating cupcakes. I hope I'll be a sponge and just soak it all up. It hasn't even happened yet, and I'm already nostalgic!

Sean is going on a man trip this weekend with his groomsmen, and I'm staying home to tackle my mile-long to-do list, which includes but is not limited to:

• Scoping out wine
• Buy candy for dessert bar
• Print programs
• Organize all the supplies
• Frame family photos
• Make signage to direct people to the venue
• Finish garlands

Wish me luck!

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Board #458: Orchid & Silver

Board #458: Orchid & Silver

These days I seem to be drawn to lots of neutrals, white flowers, and subdued colors - I apologize to those of you looking for wild or unique color palettes! Today's inspiration board is mostly white and silvery grays - a minimalist palette that allows for more ornate details, like the millefeuille skirt, the ornate silver frames, and the whimsical calligraphy. Things that might seem over the top* in outrageous colors.

(*This is not to say that you can't have both a riotous color scheme and ornate details - it's just more difficult to do so tastefully.)

Mood: simply refined
Palette: winter white, silvery gray (with bits of chocolate torte and orchid leaf)

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Top row from left: wallpaper table runner with potted orchids from Wedding Style Guide, potted trees from Martha Stewart via This is Glamorous, tiered mini dress from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: gray invitation with calligraphy by Betsy Dunlap, monogrammed chocolate tortes from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 3: chocolate truffles from Coco Delice, framed photos via Curious Sofa, Mindy Rice bouquet photo by Jose Villa, pocket flower from The Sartorialist

When you're trying to make every single element in your wedding totally original, you're more likely to end up going crazy with DIY projects, or to spend tons of money hiring professionals to personalize everything for you. And if you know this going in, and still want to do it, then go right ahead. For everyone else, focusing on just a few special details should help to save sanity, and maybe even some money. Since simplicity is currently my favorite wedding word, here are some of the doable special details I had in mind when creating today's inspiration board:

- Hire a calligrapher to create your invitation for you, then have them offset printed. They'll look both custom and tasteful, and they won't cost you an arm and a leg.
- Tables are dressed up with a wallpaper table runner (some good wallpaper sources here), and a row of potted orchids. Orchids can get pretty pricey, so look for a nursery near you and find out if you can get a deal for buying more than a few plants.
- Is it just me, or have boutonnieres become as big as corsages? Instead, how about plucking a single flower from your bridal bouquet, and tucking it in to your groom's buttonhole or pocket?
- Display parents' and grandparents' wedding photos in beautiful antique silver frames. It's a lovely, thoughtful touch (and less self-centered than a slideshow or photo display of the bride and groom).
- Instead of paying more for a wedding cake, purchase decadent chocolate tortes from a local bakery and personalize them with monogram stencils and cocoa powder. To continue the chocolate theme, place brioche molds filled with truffles on each table.

Update! I just came across phalaenopsis orchids on the IKEA website for as little as $13 each. They're not available for purchase through the site, but you might be able to find them at your nearest IKEA store.

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Scrub a Dub

Scrub a Dub

The Bath and Body Works antibacterial collection is my absolute favorite. In fact, I wash my hands WAY more than necessary because I can't get enough of the Frosted Orange Spice that's in our master bath. Love is not a strong enough word. So my friends, I always try and let you know when they're having a sale. This one is colossal! Seriously unheard of prices. Unfortunately I won't be hitting the sale. Why? Because I have a stockpile of about 10 right now.

Does anybody else have an obsession with the Bath and Body Works soaps? If so- what's your favorite scent?

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The Thankful List

Things I am thankful for:

1. My husband, who manages to survive living with a scorpio Latina, who cheerfully doesn't ask questions when I don't feel like cooking, who cleans the dishes even when he didn't get to eat whatever I cooked, who cleans his bathroom more than I clean mine, who will drive an hour with me to pick up an antique chair off Craigslist, then kill time driving around neighborhoods, fantasizing about our future dream house.
2. My family, who truly rose to the occasion for our wedding and made me proud to call them mine. I might be biased, but I think my parents and grandparents are just the best. They dance, they sing, they laugh at my jokes, they make funny jokes, and we can talk about anything from "Peanuts" to the cap-and-trade legislation.
3. My friends, who overwhelm me with their love. I recently turned 26 and if there is one wonderful thing that comes with each year, it's further acceptance of who I am, what makes me unique, what my faults are and where my strengths lie. I couldn't do that without friends who challenge me, accept me and help me be my best me.
4. You faithful folks who read my ramblings on this old blog of mine.
5. Cheese. Seriously. It ranks in my top 5 things I'm thankful for.
6. Health.
7. A job that challenges me, interests me and keeps me in the loop.
8. My relationship with the little girl I mentor, and how much more confident she's made me around children. Maybe I'd actually be a good mom someday?
9. The Internet. Srsly. The ability to have access to everything is just beyond.
10. The freedom to do what I want, say what I want, go where I want and be whoever I want. It's a wonderful gift and I try not to take it for granted.

What are you thankful for this year? My list is pretty darn corny, but it's true. I'm spending Thanksgiving with my new in-laws and I've deemed myself the macaroni-and-cheese maker. I'm pretty excited about it.

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like puppies hugs and kisses
and our families of course
but there's some things that don't make it on our list
that are slight inappropriate
and it goes something like this

Im thankful for megan fox
for being really hot
never made love to a toe thumb
but for her id give it a shot

Im thankful for infrared towel dispensers
its what life is all about
i will wave my hand in front of it
till all the towels have run out

Im thankful for beer and insecure women
that combination gets you laid
And sandwiches i do adore
without them what else are women good for

these are the things i'm thankful for
but most of all....i'm thankful for porn

Im thankful for prolonged dumps
its where i get my thinking done
who says you can look cool while poo
so i put my stunna shades on

Im thankful women who trim the hedges
not talking on your lawn
for if i go downtown and i cant find it
then baby you know i'm gone

Remember when i said
i was thankful for beer
well beer beer ba beer beer beer
I love beer (i love you beer)

these are the things im thankful for
but most of all....imm thankful for porn

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