oh my goodness!

I AM SO BAD! I know. You really don't have to tell me...I've been told enough. I promised - I mean lets face it, the last title was "promises, promises."...!! Not to mention that was in JULY. It's now September? How is that even possible. Anyhow - what's happened since July:

1.) Found my dress!!!! Let me tell you, it's absolutely me. I lovvvve it. Only a select group of friends have seen it, and I want to keep it that way...I can't wait for everyone else to see it though! Ah - only, 10 months. I will tell you the designer:


2.) Asked my sweet friend, Cooper, to be my Matron of Honor:







This necklace reminded me of her, right when I saw it! - just a delicate bow necklace from Tiffany's. Of course, it won't be what she wears on our big day (the accents will be gold) - but, it will be something that reminds her of how special she is to me! Thanks for saying "yes" and being there when we "tie the bow" (bow instead of knot, get it?) - Coop!

3.) SEARCHING for ceremony/reception venues. This is NOT easy - in fact, it is most definitely the HARDEST part when you are on a budget. We've fallen in love with places, and soon after, gotten our hearts broken. I'm sorry but a $20,000 food and beverage MINIMUM is borderline insane. So, we're still on the prowl. We will find one soon, and I'll let you know just as SOON as we do!

4.) Stressing. People say not to...

5.) Celebrated my Grandparent's 50th Anniversary! Not only are they adorable, they are the reason I am who/where/what I am today. I love them with all of my heart - there are not words to express how much they mean to me. We took a vacation to Florida in June to celebrate their Anniversary early...here they are, such cuties:



6.) Picked a photographer!! Seeing as how my job involves having an artisitc eye, I searched and searched until I found a photographer that pleased both mine, and Grant's artistic inclinations. Photography was one of our "concentration areas" for our wedding. Check out Meegan's work @ meeganweaver.com ...I know you'll agree. :)

7.) Living, being ridiculous, loving, laughing, crying, working, exercising, eating, etc etc etc...

I am not making any promises this time, but I will say that I want to keep up with this little darlin' better. It's MUCH harder updating for months missed; I might as well do it routinely. :)

lovelovelove & enjoy life,
taryn