Beautiful morning, sad day

I will be the first to tell you that I hate winter. I only enjoy it from when it starts, until just after New Years. After that it can go away. But here in Minnesota it likes to stay nearly year round. I hate the cold, I hate the ice, I hate the sand and snow that get into my car. I hate how my car gets dirty so freaking fast.

At this time of the year there is very few things I can say I like. Sledding-which only happens once in a while, if not just once. My very pretty hats and scarves. And this...

I loved my drive home this morning. It was so beautiful. I wish I would have been able to capture the sunrise, but it was a bit cloudy in Milaca. I absolutely love the frost on trees, it makes everything look so clean and peaceful , and definitely put me in a good mood on the long drive home despite the horrific things happening in Japan and all over the different coasts. I could not even begin to imagine what it would be like to have your world shaken down around you, then to have it washed away. Such sadness and pain. The anticipation of what is to come has got to be the worst. Not knowing when and if a tsunami will hit.. one of the scariest things. I just hope that through all this people will pull together and realize there is much more to life then fancy things, and status and that its about family, friends and enjoying life as much as possible.

Running in circles

Today was a good day.
Shopping, lunch and a long long nap.
I loved it.
But mostly I love Meister.
He made the day so wonderful, just being around him.

We have such an amazing relationship. It really helps that we were friends first. (However short the friendship was prior to dating). Being around him makes me happier then I could imagine.
Gross huh?

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As always I am constantly working on wedding.

Tonight its Save The Dates.
They look so awesome, and I love that I only have to enter in the addresses and they do everything else.
And I must say, I really am a crafty person. But I think this occasion I may just sit this out. Not completely of course. I have a few little projects that I am working on... but I love, and will love, not having to stress the details of certain things.
a) Flowers, centerpieces, decor. Yes I could do it myself, yes I would enjoy it. AT FIRST. Have you ever made Christmas cards? They are so fun to create and do yourself. For about the first 5. And let me tell you.. when you are sending out over 100.. they lose the novelty and quickly become a chore. Something I really do not want for the wedding.
b) Food. I am so excited I don't have to worry about when something will be ready on time, or how one of my family members is slaving over a hot stove when they should be enjoying the company of the ones they love and cherish the most. Catering really is the answer. For me at least.
c) Music. There WILL be a DJ. I do NOT want to worry what to play next, if people like it, and who will make sure the "first dance" goes well. That is a professionals job. Not mine, or my friends/family. If only My dear buble could show up.
d)Addressing. I HATE it with a passion. And someone else is going to do it for me. And its going to look good.

Also. If I have asked for your address. PLEASE get it to me asap. I need to get these to you.

My darling, you look wonderful tonight.

I don't like it. One bit.

I feel like it has consumed my life.

I don't want to make decisions. I want them to be made for me!

Only 4 Months 21 Days and 23 Hours before I become Mrs. Meister.

Whoa.

Well,

Enough about that.

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Today I woke up at 2:00 pm. Late, I know. But when you have worked an overnight like I had, and then not been able to fall asleep until 9, that's a bit too early.

Why may you ask did I wake up that early?

To take these two darlings sledding. Not a picture from today (because I am a bad auntie) but they looked about the same. Adella was not, and has not been a fan of sledding. Yet. She only went down with me once, while saying the whole time "no, no, no, no". Did I listen? Nope! She liked it a little I am sure.
 We had picked up Andrew's little brother Matthew up from school and brought him along. I tell you, best idea ever. Andrina is one active little girl, and I was so tired, that well Matthew was heaven sent! They ran up and down that hill more than I wanted to count. Of course we took Roque and Opie with us, and Andrina chased after them to her hearts content. We found the dogs LOVE snowballs, and after getting them would carry them off to be torn apart. I loved watching that.

After they played to their hearts content we headed back to Grandma B's house for some hot cocoa. YUM. I swear, it can come out of a canister, packet or what have you... my mother makes some good cocoa. You should try her home made stuff. She is amazing.

I really love those girls. I love being around them as much as I can, and I can't wait for little Axel to join the fun! The downside, being around them makes me miss my other nieces (Nelyana, Zaniyah, and Annabelle) so much more. I think they should all move here, we can live on the property dad has for us, we can call it "Braman Row" and be able to see each other all the time. And of course, live happily ever after.
It sounds good to me.

I shouldn't be awake right now.
Really.
It's 3:15 am.

Good Grief.
Good Night.

Cinema Ballroom

You are going to love this place.

I do, so very much.

The date is coming up so soon! 5 months, 14 days, and 17 hours!

CRAP!

 Over by the "bar".. where the tables will be set up

 View of the second floor balcony.

The back wall (with mirrors) and the red wall will be covered in fabric as well.

The bar area..

Upstairs behind the wall of mirrors.

This red room will be a kid room the the families kids..

The balcony back room and view.

The drapes along the far wall will be closed.

Balcony

Where part of the tables/ chairs will be set up

Wall of curtains. I LOVE IT.

outside!

I cannot wait until the day comes. Its going to be so pretty and amazing.

♥

5 Months 28 Days 11 Hours

I have lots to do, and not a lot of motivation. There are lots of decision, details and money that has to happen in the next little bit. 5 months is not a long time at all. Heck 5 months ago we got engaged and that seems like just yesterday. I'm freaking out just a bit. I have a guest list made up, hopefully no one was forgotten. Invitations have to be made and sent out pretty soon, and I have not even started. When does it start to get warm? Because we still have to take engagement pictures and Andrew doesn't do well with taking pictures in the cold, we tried. I need to win the lottery.

The night shift is kicking my butt. Mostly on my days off. Don't get me wrong, I really like not having to be at work every single day, but my sleep schedule needs overhauling. I should have gotten up today at like noon so I could sleep at night, but I didn't. I dragged myself out of bed at 3:40 and now I am wide awake at 4:20 AM. Sick. Really I should be scouring over websites for caterers, Photographers, Florists, and trying to find somewhere to do our invites through. Procrastination. I am a pro. Too bad this is one thing that will go very badly if I do just procrastinate. I need a game plan, or a free wedding planner. Where is David Tutera when I need him?

So long, I am off to plan a wedding.

And these, well they are for my enjoyment.

But you can enjoy them as well.

♥

It's official! We have a date!!

After searching a million places online, picking a handful that met our criteria, and then numerous trips to the cities to look at venues ( hold onto your britches here..) we have finally decided on a date AND a place. Shocked the pants right off me I can assure you that! It all happened within minutes. About a week ago i had emailed the coordinator for the venue inquiring about some dates that were available. And as of today had still not heard back from her. A little annoyed i called and asked to whoever i was talking to to just tell me. I got three dates, looked at what worked for us, and picked! Literally all happened within about 10 minutes, which if you know me, is very rare. I hate deciding on things.


Are you ready?


Save this date! Black it out! Don't allow anything else to happen on that day. Ok?


The date is:
Saturday, July 30,2011

The venue: Cinema Ballroom in St. Paul mn! Be there!!

A change.

I'm a sap for the tear jerking chick flicks.
Not just for the love story.
But for what it reminds me.

Life is short, and oh so precious.

True Love is stronger than anything, intense and everlasting.

Remember only the good.



I feel like I should watch these types of movies everyday, at least one. So as to remind myself that I should be living in the moment, enjoying every second, and everyone in it. I know.. it sounds so cheesy, and unrealistic. But what else is there? What is the point of having a bad day? What's the point in trying to have more than someone else, to be better then them.

My goal this year is to find good in everyday, and to focus on that. To not say or dwell on the negative thoughts or feelings. To find love in everything.

Life is so very precious and can change in an instant.. And I for one no longer want regrets.