Wonderful News and not so wonderful news!

When I have the option of good new or bad I chose the bad first to get it out of the way!

So here goes the bad first. I have been sick since New Years Eve. At first I thought it was a cold. It seemed to settle in my chest on Friday and just got worse from there. I was nauseous, dizzy and couldn't breathe. I went to the doctor last and was diagnosed with Pertussis. Thats what I get for working with children. I'm in bed till Thursday and can't go back to work till Friday. This one is a nightmare. I was up all last night coughing and just trying to catch my breathe. I do have a great nurse who ran out and got me movies, ice cream, cleaned the entire house and slept on the couch just to make sure I was ok. I'm pretty lucky.

Enough of the bad stuff...

Yesterday we go our final preview of our wedding invitations! Our dear friend Susannah who is a the artistic director at Devine Design created them just for us. She has worked with me since April and through numerous changes.

I have known Susannah for years and when her youngest was a baby I would babysit. Our families became very close over the years and they are the most delightful people I know! I even had Susannah and her daughter Dani came with me the day I picked my wedding gown. Susannah surprised me yesterday and let me know that our invitations are at no cost and are a gift from her. This is such an incredible blessing. I can not thank her enough.  She worked her creative magic! She knew I wanted lots of POP, color, and I wanted them fun!
CHECK THEM OUT!!!

They are exactly what I wanted. Cant wait to have them in my hands and get them out to family and friends.

What do you think?

Walk in the Woods

Like I've mentioned this winter has been a mild one, so far! 

I'm still hoping it continues to be a mild one. 

Weather like this makes it very easy for us to get out. 

A few weekends ago we took the pups and did some hiking. 

This was before this major cold/virus that has ruined my life for over a week. 

I may actually give in and go to the doctor because I can't seem to kick this. 

One of my most favorite places to be. 

Peaceful and beautiful! 

Hunting season, hence the bright colors. 

Brandy girl

Bogart loves the outdoors. 

Bogart, Brandy and Bailey

Bogart and Molly playing 

Happy Monday!

Oh and not to forget. 

Michelle at The Vintage Apple has reached 1,000 followers!!!! 

Michelle's blog is one of my bailey favorites! 

Go over to her blog and enter her 1,000 follower giveaway and congratulate her on her huge accomplishment. 

Steppin Out Saturday- Spring in January

We had the most perfect weather this weekend. Living in the mountains of NJ I'd never think temps would hit almost 60 degrees in January but it did yesterday. Although I'm still feeling sick I had to get out and enjoy the weather. I got up early and hit the mall. I was actually driving with the windows open. it was glorious. As were the sales at the mall. I've never shopped at Aerie until yesterday I bought 3 blouses, 1 cardigan and a pair of sweats for under $60. I will definitely be shopping there more often. I also did pretty good in H&M and Francesca's Collection.

Last night we stepped out to our Brian's office Christmas party. This is our last holiday party of the season. Yep, 7 days after New Years and we are still at it. Although I hate to see the holidays go I am over the parties and unhealthy eating. My waistline will thank me once I get back to normal eating habits. Luckily for me some of Brian's coworkers are watching their calories too and there were lots of healthy goodies to chose from. We had a fun night. I'm feeling the aftermath of several glasses of wine. Probably not the best idea to skip the cold medicine for red wine:/

Here is what I wore:

I have to admit I usually hate the way I look when I do this link up. I don't like my body since I gained about 10 pounds. I have this horrific fear I will gain back the 50 I have already lost. Thanks to working out I actually really like the way I looked last night. 

Details:
Pants: Target
Black Tank: H&M
Coral Blouse: Aerie
Cardigan and Shoes (Open toe in January, YES!): Target
Necklace: Gift from mom


Linking up with Mandy.

Holiday Party

A week ago I hosted my very first holiday party for our closest friends and family. We had a wonderful time. The guys watched football, girls chatted and drank some wine and German beer. I even gave them a wedding dress sneak peak. We ate some tasty food, opened gifts and exchanged some ornaments too! I served up homemade calzones, greek yogurt dip, mushroom dip, pulled pork. I even made my favorite rainbow cookies!

Bogart loves to hide under the tree! 

My parents! 

 We have Brian's work party coming up this weekend.
Can't say I'm all that excited for this one. I'm still feeling pretty sick and really not in the mood for a party.
I would be content staying in my pi's all weekend long in hopes of feeling better before a long work week.

It's OK Thursday

So I totally haven't linked up with Neely in a very long time. I feel like December I was on Christmas and holiday overload but I'm back and linking up with Its Ok Thursday. I think I may have a whole month's worth! Hope thats ok?!?






Here goes:
It's OK:

-To be feeling depressed that Christmas is over.

-Because of the above, its ok to still have decorations up.

-To whine constantly because I really feel sick

-To ignore this stupid tooth ache.

-To stay in bed extra each morning and blame it on the cold and Tylenol PM

-To lay on my horn at all the jerk snowboarders who run across a main road when they don't have the right of way. There is a crosswalk and a light for that reason. Those little bastards are lucky I stop at all.

- To replace cold pills and tea with a glass of red wine. Well, the pills and tea haven't worked all weekend. I figure try something new?!?! Didn't work.

- To have used all of the Dunkin Donuts gift cards I got for Christmas although I really hate their coffee and service

-To have a very large to do list for the wedding and wishing time would slow down.

- To be so EXCITED that its already January and we haven't had snow yet this winter. HOORAY.

-To wish my boss would send me home early today because I feel so sick this morning.

Happy Thursday!

Wedding Wednesday-Oh How PInteresting

This gal is getting married in a few short months. Now that the holidays are over I need to get in full wedding mode! I've been pinning a lot of wedding items lately. I need ideas and inspiration.

Linking up with Michele

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Cute shirt!

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I'm really loving her hair. I'm thinking of cooperating a braid on the day of my wedding.

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Want to make these for my bridesmaids. I already have the glasses and paint.

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Definitely want to find this one to wear the day after.

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This will be another DIY project. I'm really loving the idea and the beautiful box.

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I love this eye makeup. I'm hoping to play up my eyes on my wedding day.

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And another DIY. Can't wait to try this one.

My one dilemma is finding jewelry! I want vintage style earrings and bracelet. I would like to find bright green! I keep finding one thing piece I like but can't find a matching piece. I've searched Etsy like crazy for hours at night. Any help and ideas would be greatly appreciated.

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