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.

***

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.

Wishing, and hoping, and dreaming, and praying...

I wish my dear Meister was home tonight.

Then I would be able to show him all the things I bought today for the wedding...

 well the bridesmaids.

He could also help me pack. 

But most of all. I could see him.

I hate his overnight shifts.

I Hate...

• School loans
• Searching for a venue
• Bitter cold
• Money
• Slushy snow
• Early mornings
• My messy apartment
• Job market
• Rude people
• Styling my hair
• Bills
• Movie theaters

..............

• Not knowing what is to come.