Feeling Lovey Dovey

Good Thursday to you readers!

Today I woke up feeling a little sentimental.

Allow me to explain with pictures...

This is Mike and I chowing down on a batch of oatmeal cookies.

We got bored with the baking idea and decided to eat all the dough while watching Parks and Recreation.

I thought that this would be a super cute picture, but I accidentally wrote 

"i love you" 

upside down...oops!

I think that this picture of our hands turned out much much better.

Needless to say, I cannot wait to marry this guy.

*check back in tomorrow for a sneak peek at my wedding bouquet*

Graduation Pictures

I'm so proud of Mike for graduating; and we're both really excited about him teaching History in South Carolina this year!

We've decided on a wedding date, but I won't post it until it's official. 

I can't wait to really get cracking with wedding diy projects and take you along for the ride.

:-)

Graduation Day!!!!!

"I'm going to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in History Education this Saturday! and because i'm graduating Magna Cum Laude, i get a cool gold cord!"

-Mike's facebook status

Today, Mike will receive his college diploma and start a new chapter in his life.

I'm so proud of my fiancée for giving his best even when he was sick,tired or frustrated. He never gave up and always reached beyond the set goals.

He's always been a fast learner and was 0.02 points away from a perfect 4.0!

(Impressive huh?)

Not only did Mike get amazing grades, he also worked, took care of me, and participated 

in several plays and a music group.

I can't wait to post pictures from today with Mike all dressed up and ready for graduation!

I love you Mike, I'm so proud of you.

Wedding Dates?

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Last Friday, Mike received the call we both have been waiting for.

After applying to over 200 high-schools, and an agonizing wait, Mike was offered a teaching and coaching job in South Carolina!

This means two very exciting things.

1. Mike can start his teaching career right out of college

2. We can now set a wedding date

Since I will be in school for another year, Mike and I have decided that it would be best to wait until the summer of 2012 to tie the knot. 

July is looking very nice...

I am so proud of my fiancée and I know that he will do an amazing job teaching History.

I will be sure to keep you all up to date on our new life plans and wedding projects.

Even though its a year away, the excitement is building!

Did you watch?

Where you up in the early hours of the morning watching the wedding of the century? 

Did you ooooh and aaawww at the gorgeous dress?

No, I didn't wake up at 3am to see the royal wedding unfold. But I did wake up in time to see Kate step out of the car. 

She looked gorgeous didn't she?

She kept it simple and so elegant. The lace covering her arms was gorgeous and the veil was perfect.

I also loved how she carried herself. Princess Diana seemed extremely nervous at her wedding and didn't smile as much as Kate did at hers. Kate seemed very happy and relaxed; and that's how every bride should be on her special day.

Sigh, I could stare at wedding pictures all day.

They make me long for the day Mike and I will be celebrating out wedding.

Will Kate's dress inspire me? Maybe a little. Her dress has some of the same characteristics that my mother's had.

Anyway, I have a busy busy day ahead of me. 

A busy busy week more like it...but do come by tomorrow for a special announcement concerning Mike and I.

Until then...

All pictures taken from weheartit.com

Chop Chop?

As I've shared before, my hair is at that awkward stage where I can't really do anything with it. 

It's like a battle that I can't really win. 

I want my hair long so I can braid it and have it hanging lazily over my shoulder; but some mornings I just feel like giving in and chopping the whole thing off. 

Yes Mike, I can hear you screaming "no!"

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Lately I've just been either letting it hang there and hope for a good hair day or throwing it up in a mess on top of my head. 

Out of sight out of mind right?

I keep picturing myself walking down the isle towards Mike with my white gown, flowers, and loose curls.

In the end, I know all the frustration will be worth it.

Right?

Before I get stuck with a walker...

Before I turn into an old lady, there are some adventures that I want to have.

I want to visit Paris and get my picture taken in front of the Eiffel Tower. I want to eat at a real French restaurant, not one for tourists. I want to shop in a French boutique and walk out with a treasure of some sort. I want to visit the Louvre and see famous artwork.

I want to create a cute home for Mike and I. I want to browse the internet and magazines for just the right decor. I want to spend my weekends painting walls with my sweetheart. I want to decorate a baby room and buy a wooden rocking chair to go in the corner. I want to have a cozy craft room where I can get crazy, but have a soft carpet so the kids can be with me.

I want to scuba dive in clear waters and see colorful fish and reefs. I want to feel like I'm flying, but underwater, and I want to spy on a starfish. I want to be able to see things close up like they do on the discovery channel. I want to see my swimming shadow along the sandy bottom of the ocean.

I want to grow a vegetable garden from seeds. I want to serve a meal with my homegrown veggies and share food with my neighbors. I want to work hard, get dirty, and see it all pay off when I pull a giant carrot from the ground. 

I want to crochet something awesome. Awesome enough I get published in a craft magazine or even get to be on Martha Stewart! Maybe this one is a little big...but these are just dreams.

Stay tunned for the sequel "After I get stuck with a walker..."

How to write a love letter

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Remember your first love letter?

Maybe in was in high school and you found a little heart hidden in your backpack.

Maybe it was an e-mail written in red letters.

Maybe you've been wanting to write your own but not really sure where to start.

Writing a love letter can be a little difficult and intimidating. 

I mean, how on Earth can one really express the way he feels on paper? There's no facial expressions, no hand gestures, and no tone of voice. Just letters on paper.

You don't have to be a poet to write a proper love letter. Just relax, follow these steps, and above all...just be who you really are.

1. Chose your paper.

Will is be a card, postcard, notebook paper?

2. Find a quiet place.

Sitting in front of the tv or the back seat of the car is not the most ideal place to gather all your thoughts.

3. Reflect on the person you're writing to.

Think about their face, their voice, their laugh! Look at pictures on facebook if you have to. This will help you start thinking those lovey dovey thoughts. 

4. Start off with a little hello and some news.

This could be a funny story or something that just happened the other day.

5. Tell them what you appreciate about them.

Ease in from the greeting to what you really find special about this person. Everyone loves being told how awesome they are. Be honest, and remember that a little goes a long way.

6. Talk about a memory you both share.

This could be a date or even when you bumped into each other in the hallway.

7. Remind them again why they are so special to you.

Don't repeat yourself from step 5. Think of something new to say.

8. Say "I love you".

I always love to save these words for the last few sentences. Helps bring the letter to a close and give that "awwww" feeling to the reader.

9. End your letter and say goodbye.

Something like "can't wait to see you again" or "hope you have a wonderful day"

10. Make it your own.

You're letter is now written, but let's make it extra special! Make a little doodle on the envelope or in the corner of the page. Insert a photograph or even spray with your perfume. 

(no, that last one isn't silly...they guys love it!)

Now mail the letter to your sweetheart, or hide it where they are sure to find it soon!

<3

Good Monday!

Hello Readers,

Today is the beginning of a brand new week!

What are your exciting plans?

Here's my do to list...

1. Mail my totally wicked awesome fiancée and care love package

2. Finish making the directory for my church

3.Start my Child Psychology Paper

4. Make one tutorial to post here 

(and the crowd goes wild!!!)

5. Learn something new

Whacha doing this week?

Come Fly With Me

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"Come fly with me let's fly, lets fly away..."

I wish I could.

Today Mike is flying back to university to finish up for the year. I was so lucky in being close by him while he student taught; but it had to come to and end eventually.

Next time I see him will be at graduation and I know it's only 5 weeks but those weeks are going to drag on and on. Anyway, we did get to have one last date...

On the way down to Vermont I crocheted this little flower and sipped on a Tim Horton's Iced Coffee.

Then I was able to meet up with Mike at an Asian restaurant and have a bite to eat.

I honestly think that my favorite thing about these places is the tea. Is that strange?

After dinner, we walked over to a little cupcake shop and had a little dessert. Of course that wasn't enough so we also stopped at the grocery store to pick up some Ben and Jerry's ice-cream. Interestingly enough, they were having tasting samples of Vermont goat cheese too. Being from the city, I've never had goat cheese and my first experience with it was...unique. 

I will leave it at that.

Eventually, it was time to say goodbye.

I'm really really really going to miss him but we'll keep in touch with skype and e-mails.

Some say it's get's easier to say goodbye after you have a ring on your finger but I think it just makes it harder.

Don't worry about me though, I've cried my tears and today will be filled with crocheting and shopping therapy.

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She's Back!

Hello dear readers.

First off, thanks for sticking by me while I needed a little break. It's so encouraging to see that the number of followers didn't diminish while I was away. You're all awesome!

I am feeling better and ready to get back on schedule.

1. I've been working out regularly and eating healthy foods every day

2. I'm now working part time so I can...

3. Take my online course so I can finish my degree before I get married (yay!)

4. Planning my wedding

5. Crocheting all sorts of goodies! (click here)

Today, I got to go to three museums (pictures coming soon) in Montreal and eat at a Mexican restaurant. It was my first meal out in a while and my beef quesadilla was mouth watering good.

I picked up a couple of things from the museums boutique...

These measuring spoons will go perfectly with the measuring cups I got last month!

(see my product review here) 

Sorry, but I can't tell you what's in this box. It's a little present I picked up for my fiancée.

<3

I love you Mike!

Happy St. Patrick's Day everybody!

I absolutely love this day because I get to see everyone walk around wearing my favorite color.

Did you wear green today?????

Did you know...

Every year the Chicago river is dyed green on St.Patty's Day?

The fountain, in front of the white house, flows green water on St.Patrick's Day?

Originally, everyone wore blue on March 17th?

The shamrock was originally worn on St. Patrick's day so represent the Holy Trinity?

One of the longest running St.Patrick Day parade's runs in Montreal? (hey! that's where I live)

St.Patric wasn't Irish...he was born in Britain to Roman parents?

More Irish people live in America than in Ireland?

I tried desperately to follow the instructions in this book and make a shamrock...but alas! I gave up and made my own pattern!

I guess that's all for now. Since I spent the whole day in Montreal, I still have a class to get through before bed.

Once Again, thank you for sticking by me and being the best blog readers eva!

Till Tomorrow...

No, I'm not dead

It's been a while since I've posted anything and that could be blamed on work, getting sick....again, and my wonderful fiancée coming up for a surprise visit! 

So I'm getting back on track (cross my fingers) with blogging and crafting and wedding planning!

Actually...I need to get to work soon; but I wanted to chit chat a bit about the wedding first.

So I'm pretty sure I've decided on a dress (sorry, you won't see that until the big day), and I'm totally going to wear yellow shoes underneath! Our colors are green, yellow, and dark gray so my feet won't stick out like a sore thumb. 

I got inspired by this picture and thought it would be cute for centerpieces; but after a little more brainstorming, Mike and I decided to use traditional clay pots with yellow flowers and green moss. I'll tie a bow of some sort around the pot and three picture frames will surround the centerpiece. The tables will be round and a white table cloth will be placed on each table with half the tables with a  yellow runner and half with a green one.

That's all that I can write at the moment; work is calling my name!

Mike Came to Visit Me!

My wonderful fiancée came to visit me this week-end. I was so happy. For those of you who don't know...we've had a long distance relationship from the start so every moment together is precious. 

He came in late on Friday night and had to leave early Sunday afternoon, so the visit was short but terribly precious to me. 

We didn't really do anything special since I was still getting over a cold; but we did enjoy each others company very much. Mom made an awesome dinner for us followed by a chocolate fondue dessert!

Mmmm....So good!

This picture is just me showing off my gorgeous engagement ring. I love it so much and I know that it will warm my heart every time I look down at it for the rest of my life. 

What an hour and a half can do...

To this picture...

Before....

After!

I think it was worth all that time on picnik.com...