We are now well into the teens of this countdown to the wedding. According to my handy-dandy ticker we down to 17 days! Way exciting in my book. So what does this bride-to-be do with 17 days left you might ask...
Not a whole lot.
I just finished emailing my final vendor about final balances. Those payments will be made within the next week (my bank account doesn't like this part). 98% of the DIY projects were finished a few weeks ago and are now packed away in our loft area happily labeled with directions for my ideal placement. I'm sure our coordinator thinks I'm crazy. Purchased trip insurance on our honeymoon since that pesky little volcano decided to spew ash in the sky and close down the airspace in Northern Europe, which is where we are slated to fly into! Mother panicked and said that I had to purchase this, at her expense I might add, so I obliged.
Things left to do (lists with bullet points! aka how I stayed sane through this whole thing):
*Procure marriage license-to happen next week
*Bachelor/Bachelorette parties - this weekend
*Shopping & packing for the honeymoon - already started
*Final head counts - in the process of calling all of the missing
*Stuffing utensil bags -waiting on caterer to give me the OK to come by and pick up utensils.
*Finishing gift bags for the girls - all the stuff is purchased, just need C's aunt to embroider their names on the bags.
*Purchase my mom's birthday/mother's day/thank you gift - I'm getting her the Barnes and Noble Nook Reader. She's a huge reader and travels quite a bit so I figured this would be perfect and I get a discount with B&N through work!
*Enjoy every minute of these last two weeks as a single gal!
I can't wait!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Catch up
Ahhh…we’re 31 days out people. In 31 days I’m going to be walking down the aisle to meet my best friend and become his wife! I’ve waited 8 years to do this and I’m ecstatic about it. But…there is so much going on right now to get through these 31 days.
My goals and things to do:
*Have all of the wedding DIY things completed by April 30. Very do-able. I have a great support group that I haven’t used yet and I know they are all chomping at the bit to help. The list is getting shorter every day. So this weekend they are coming over to help put together programs and any other projects that I need completed.
*Organize everything for the wedding into boxes and label, label, label. Oh the joys of moving into a much larger house just before your wedding, completely empty extra bedrooms! One of ours has now become “wedding central” as I like to call it or its other nicknames “wedding room” or “room full of crap” on bad days. Everything is in a pile sitting next to its box. I just need to sit down and make up lists and detailed instructions as to where everything should go. This list also needs to go to the coordinator sooner than later.
*Confirming with vendors about balances, arrival times, and finalizing orders.
*Rehearsal dinner invites left yesterday. Very cute for the 30minutes worth of work and design that were put into them. Definitely work into the feel we were going for since our RD will be at Iron Works BBQ. Yum Yum.
*Final dress fitting is scheduled for May 3! Down fall…it’s 2 days after Bachelorette party and complete intoxication from what I’ve been told by the girls.
*Guys are getting their suits altered. Now we need to finalize and find all of Carl’s accessories (shoes, belt, and hat). We finally found the socks that he wanted after months of searching and debates. And what did we end up with…the exact ones we talked about at the very beginning. Whatevs.
*Marriage license. Big thing!
*Tracking down some 8oz bottled Dublin Dr. Pepper for a decent price. I’ve looked online to have it shipped from Dublin but I’m not willing to spend $100 in shipping charges. For that price I would just drive to Dublin, but I don’t have the time to do so. Any one know where this could be found, please let me know. It’s the last major missing thing.
Weight loss
I officially weighted myself this morning and I’m sitting at 146.4 lbs. Not too bad. I haven’t done any WW since coming back from New Orleans. I’ve tried to get back into it, but I fail when we drive past Torchy’s Tacos or Chik-fila. I’ve been doing some crunches, leg lifts, and push ups every night at home. I feel like my tummy is going down and I don’t look so bloated. We have a gym in our neighborhood, but I have yet to use it. I’m hoping after this week and all of the vendor meetings and DIY stuff done I can hit it up. I would love to start the Couch to 5K program, but we will see. I could definitely use a stress release in all of this.
My goals and things to do:
*Have all of the wedding DIY things completed by April 30. Very do-able. I have a great support group that I haven’t used yet and I know they are all chomping at the bit to help. The list is getting shorter every day. So this weekend they are coming over to help put together programs and any other projects that I need completed.
*Organize everything for the wedding into boxes and label, label, label. Oh the joys of moving into a much larger house just before your wedding, completely empty extra bedrooms! One of ours has now become “wedding central” as I like to call it or its other nicknames “wedding room” or “room full of crap” on bad days. Everything is in a pile sitting next to its box. I just need to sit down and make up lists and detailed instructions as to where everything should go. This list also needs to go to the coordinator sooner than later.
*Confirming with vendors about balances, arrival times, and finalizing orders.
*Rehearsal dinner invites left yesterday. Very cute for the 30minutes worth of work and design that were put into them. Definitely work into the feel we were going for since our RD will be at Iron Works BBQ. Yum Yum.
*Final dress fitting is scheduled for May 3! Down fall…it’s 2 days after Bachelorette party and complete intoxication from what I’ve been told by the girls.
*Guys are getting their suits altered. Now we need to finalize and find all of Carl’s accessories (shoes, belt, and hat). We finally found the socks that he wanted after months of searching and debates. And what did we end up with…the exact ones we talked about at the very beginning. Whatevs.
*Marriage license. Big thing!
*Tracking down some 8oz bottled Dublin Dr. Pepper for a decent price. I’ve looked online to have it shipped from Dublin but I’m not willing to spend $100 in shipping charges. For that price I would just drive to Dublin, but I don’t have the time to do so. Any one know where this could be found, please let me know. It’s the last major missing thing.
Weight loss
I officially weighted myself this morning and I’m sitting at 146.4 lbs. Not too bad. I haven’t done any WW since coming back from New Orleans. I’ve tried to get back into it, but I fail when we drive past Torchy’s Tacos or Chik-fila. I’ve been doing some crunches, leg lifts, and push ups every night at home. I feel like my tummy is going down and I don’t look so bloated. We have a gym in our neighborhood, but I have yet to use it. I’m hoping after this week and all of the vendor meetings and DIY stuff done I can hit it up. I would love to start the Couch to 5K program, but we will see. I could definitely use a stress release in all of this.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
The invites
The invitations have mostly gone out. My mom STILL hasn't given me her list. We're 7 weeks out and I have already received many RSVPs back.
Here are my results of my blood, sweat, and tears. Not really but lots of time.
Do I love them? YES
Would I do it all over again? Probably not.
Front cover
Actual invite with hand stamped and embossed sunflower.
The invite opened up.
Here are my results of my blood, sweat, and tears. Not really but lots of time.
Do I love them? YES
Would I do it all over again? Probably not.
Front cover
Actual invite with hand stamped and embossed sunflower.
The invite opened up.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Oh the twists and turns of life
I’ve been slacking on updates lately, but I have a good excuse I promise. We’re buying a house! We are officially under contract and have an inspection today and a meeting with our loan officer as well. Things at home have been a little crazy and have taken many twists that we weren’t expecting. We’re super excited, but I’m totally fretting over the financing. Carl is totally cool and calm, while I’m the ball of nerves, up wide awake at 2:30 this morning.
Weight Watchers: This week I weighed in at 145.2lbs. I’m pretty happy with only losing a pound this week. I have definitely fallen off the past week. Eating Chick Fila, Wendy’s, cupcakes, ribs and queso at the Super Bowl Party, and Dr Peppers didn’t help the weight loss plan. I’ve been a little stressed with the house buying and my go to foods when stressed are high fat and high salt. Even though they taste amazing and I needed a little taste of the goodness that these foods provide, I didn’t need them all in one week. Next week is going to be a non-Weight Watchers Week for my Birthday/Bachelorette weekend to New Orleans!
Wedding: My dress came in!!!!!!! I have my first fitting tomorrow. All of my bridesmaids and my mom will be there. No one has seen the dress except for my mom. The rehearsal dinner is in the final stages of being planned. Thank goodness! More decorative items are being completed including our reserved seating signs, bar menu, aisle décor, and menu board. The invitations are nearing the final stages and should be out the door on March 15, which is also our closing day. Things are finally starting to come together and I’m getting really excited for the wedding in 92 days! Holy cow it’s coming fast!
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Weight Watchers: This week I weighed in at 145.2lbs. I’m pretty happy with only losing a pound this week. I have definitely fallen off the past week. Eating Chick Fila, Wendy’s, cupcakes, ribs and queso at the Super Bowl Party, and Dr Peppers didn’t help the weight loss plan. I’ve been a little stressed with the house buying and my go to foods when stressed are high fat and high salt. Even though they taste amazing and I needed a little taste of the goodness that these foods provide, I didn’t need them all in one week. Next week is going to be a non-Weight Watchers Week for my Birthday/Bachelorette weekend to New Orleans!
Wedding: My dress came in!!!!!!! I have my first fitting tomorrow. All of my bridesmaids and my mom will be there. No one has seen the dress except for my mom. The rehearsal dinner is in the final stages of being planned. Thank goodness! More decorative items are being completed including our reserved seating signs, bar menu, aisle décor, and menu board. The invitations are nearing the final stages and should be out the door on March 15, which is also our closing day. Things are finally starting to come together and I’m getting really excited for the wedding in 92 days! Holy cow it’s coming fast!
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Tuesday, February 2, 2010
WWT
It’s WW Tuesday already! I’m pleased to report that my weight for the week is 146.0 lbs, down 9lbs in 5 weeks! I have met my first WW goal of losing 5% of my body weight. Now we’re onto 10%. The weight to hit is now 139.5 lbs. The mid-130s is where I would ideally like to land at the end of the weight loss. The sad news in all of this is that I lost a food-point for reaching this goal. Boo…
But some more good news, I’m officially down a jean size from a 10 to an 8. The 8s are even getting loose on me. I tried on some of my jeans in a size 6 hidden in the back of my closet. Surprisingly I can fit in them. They don’t look great yet, but they would work if I was slacking on laundry duty.
Here’s to loosing more weight, being healthy, and praying my dress arrives before Feb 17 so I can get a fitting in before my girls-only trip to the Big Easy! There’s no WW in New Orleans.
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But some more good news, I’m officially down a jean size from a 10 to an 8. The 8s are even getting loose on me. I tried on some of my jeans in a size 6 hidden in the back of my closet. Surprisingly I can fit in them. They don’t look great yet, but they would work if I was slacking on laundry duty.
Here’s to loosing more weight, being healthy, and praying my dress arrives before Feb 17 so I can get a fitting in before my girls-only trip to the Big Easy! There’s no WW in New Orleans.
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Monday, February 1, 2010
Life update
Last week there really wasn’t much to update everyone on. Things were calm, cool, and collected around our house two weeks ago. We very much enjoyed it. So much so that I put off doing any house work or laundry, which is what consumed my precious weekend. This past week was a total change from the previous week. I made steady head-way on the wedding front (details coming Wednesday), cleaned the house-ish (I got everything picked up and put in its place. The house just needs to be vacuumed and moped, which shouldn’t take too long.), and attempted to drive myself nuts.
Here’s how to make Kristin crazy:
Add the following ingredients and you’re bound to make any person crazy.
1 part wedding nearing the 100 day mark
1 part interviewing for a new position at work
1 part second interview for new position
1 part financial review and budgeting overhaul
1 part deciding to buy a new home (this lead to the financial part)
There you have it, the perfect concoction to make anyone loose it for a little while. To say the least I am attempting to change just about everything to do with my life. We are getting everything together and will hopefully be putting in an offer on a house this week. Exciting! We’re super excited but still really nervous and trying hard not to get our hopes up. The same with the job position at work, which I’m pretty sure I won’t be getting. It’s a little bit of a bummer, but I had to make it known that I am interested in moving up in the company and want bigger things.
The next few weeks and months are going to be a little crazy and definitely hectic, but I’m ready for it. I’m ready for the change (normally I would be fairly against) and want it.
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Here’s how to make Kristin crazy:
Add the following ingredients and you’re bound to make any person crazy.
1 part wedding nearing the 100 day mark
1 part interviewing for a new position at work
1 part second interview for new position
1 part financial review and budgeting overhaul
1 part deciding to buy a new home (this lead to the financial part)
There you have it, the perfect concoction to make anyone loose it for a little while. To say the least I am attempting to change just about everything to do with my life. We are getting everything together and will hopefully be putting in an offer on a house this week. Exciting! We’re super excited but still really nervous and trying hard not to get our hopes up. The same with the job position at work, which I’m pretty sure I won’t be getting. It’s a little bit of a bummer, but I had to make it known that I am interested in moving up in the company and want bigger things.
The next few weeks and months are going to be a little crazy and definitely hectic, but I’m ready for it. I’m ready for the change (normally I would be fairly against) and want it.
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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Wedding Wednesday
I can't believe Wednesday is already here and about to be over with. Time is flying by and this wedding is going to be here before we know it.
Updates for the week:
•finished registry for BB&B
•reserved signs for chairs and tables
•organizing everything. This is still a work in progress that is all over our garage.
•candy buffet/favor bags stickered
•sparkler send off bucket filled with styrafoam and topped with moss
•more work on the invitations. They are starting to come together, just a few more steps and they will be done. Definitely a labor of love
I had a question about utensil bags. We are having Eco-friendly disposable plasticware. To jazz them up I purchased some tall and thin white paper bags. I then stamped them a pic of a fork, spoon, and knife. Like the bags that Chuy's puts their silverware in.
Everything is starting to come together and I'm starting to see my vision come to life. Very exciting.
Maybe next week I'll have a photo update of everything.
Updates for the week:
•finished registry for BB&B
•reserved signs for chairs and tables
•organizing everything. This is still a work in progress that is all over our garage.
•candy buffet/favor bags stickered
•sparkler send off bucket filled with styrafoam and topped with moss
•more work on the invitations. They are starting to come together, just a few more steps and they will be done. Definitely a labor of love
I had a question about utensil bags. We are having Eco-friendly disposable plasticware. To jazz them up I purchased some tall and thin white paper bags. I then stamped them a pic of a fork, spoon, and knife. Like the bags that Chuy's puts their silverware in.
Everything is starting to come together and I'm starting to see my vision come to life. Very exciting.
Maybe next week I'll have a photo update of everything.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Weight watchers
Time for another weekly update of my weight. This week's weight is 148.0. Only a 1 pound difference from last week. I was really good about using minimal flex points all week but I still made some so-so decissions. Saturday I went downtown with the girls for drinks and a few. I really haven't had much, if any alcohol while on WW so I think I may have shocked the system a little bit.
This week we are starting up the cardio and light weights at the gym. Then starting in March I'll be going to some of the classes twice a week to increase the cardio and toning.
So there's the plan, we'll see how well it all works. So far I'm pretty darn happy with the results. I'm down a pants size and I feel better about the way I look.
This week we are starting up the cardio and light weights at the gym. Then starting in March I'll be going to some of the classes twice a week to increase the cardio and toning.
So there's the plan, we'll see how well it all works. So far I'm pretty darn happy with the results. I'm down a pants size and I feel better about the way I look.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Wedding Wednesdays
Another weekly thing to add to my list. You all are going to know all about life with all of these updates.
I'll make this one short and sweet with bullets.
*finalized car service to and from the venue on wedding day.
*stamped all of my utensil bags
*embossed all of the invitations
*gathered supplies for all remaining DIY items. I'm hoping to have these completed by mid February
*bachlorette/birthday adventure to New Orleans planned and booked!
*purchased dresses for mothers
*sent shoes in for dying
More to come next week!
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I'll make this one short and sweet with bullets.
*finalized car service to and from the venue on wedding day.
*stamped all of my utensil bags
*embossed all of the invitations
*gathered supplies for all remaining DIY items. I'm hoping to have these completed by mid February
*bachlorette/birthday adventure to New Orleans planned and booked!
*purchased dresses for mothers
*sent shoes in for dying
More to come next week!
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Weight watchers
I decided at Christmas with 5 months to go till the wedding it was time to get serious about weight loss. I had tried to watch my food choices and excerising 4 times a week, but with little results. So I decided to give WW a try and so far I couldn't be happier with the results. To keep myself accountable I'm going to be completely honest and post my actual weight and weight loss on here every Tuesday.
Week 1: December 28
Starting weight 155lbs
This week probably wasn't the smartest week to start with New Years and all. I made it work into my points glass of bubbly and all. I may have used all of my flex points but whatevs
Week 2: January 4
Weight 152.2 lbs very exciting loss of 2.8 lbs
Week 3: January 11
Weight 150.2 lbs. Loss of 2 lbs
Week 4: January 18
Weight 149.0 lbs. Loss of 1.2 lbs
This weight is super exciting in that I reached my first goal of being under 150 lbs and losing over 5 lbs!
I'm trying to take this in small goals of 5 lbs at a time. This way I can reach my goals quicker and not feel as easily defeated. Now, my ultimate goal is be around 137 by the wedding in just under 4 months. I think I can do this! I haven't added any exercising to the mix just yet. I don't do early mornings and until recently I didn't get out of work till 6ish. So hopefully this will get me through to my next goal of 145!
Week 1: December 28
Starting weight 155lbs
This week probably wasn't the smartest week to start with New Years and all. I made it work into my points glass of bubbly and all. I may have used all of my flex points but whatevs
Week 2: January 4
Weight 152.2 lbs very exciting loss of 2.8 lbs
Week 3: January 11
Weight 150.2 lbs. Loss of 2 lbs
Week 4: January 18
Weight 149.0 lbs. Loss of 1.2 lbs
This weight is super exciting in that I reached my first goal of being under 150 lbs and losing over 5 lbs!
I'm trying to take this in small goals of 5 lbs at a time. This way I can reach my goals quicker and not feel as easily defeated. Now, my ultimate goal is be around 137 by the wedding in just under 4 months. I think I can do this! I haven't added any exercising to the mix just yet. I don't do early mornings and until recently I didn't get out of work till 6ish. So hopefully this will get me through to my next goal of 145!
Monday, January 18, 2010
Weekend Recap
I just added the blogpress app to my iPhone, so there is limited excuses for not updating now!
So this weekend was pretty slow. A lot was accomplished on the wedding front, lots of laziness, a little bit of shopping, and unfortunantly limited time with Carl. Carl did overnight gigs Friday and saturday night which meant he slept all day on Saturday and Sunday. It allowed me to spend some quality time with my mom running errands and bonding with the puppy.
Hope all had a wonderful weekend!
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So this weekend was pretty slow. A lot was accomplished on the wedding front, lots of laziness, a little bit of shopping, and unfortunantly limited time with Carl. Carl did overnight gigs Friday and saturday night which meant he slept all day on Saturday and Sunday. It allowed me to spend some quality time with my mom running errands and bonding with the puppy.
Hope all had a wonderful weekend!
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Thursday, January 14, 2010
Photo Update
So the sickness continues and you lovies are blessed because of it. I'm actually going to make consecutive posts. Yippie!! So the new pretty toy has been making appearances at all of the major events through the holiday season, except Thanksgiving (I didn't have it then) which means pictures!
Ugly Sweater Party, some didn't participate...Carl's mom, Carl, Carl's brother, and his fiancee
Opening the presents
Tyler Family
New Years Party
So there is the photo update. More photos to come and more frequent posts...fingers crossed.
Faith. Carl's Christmas Present 
Ugly Sweater Party, some didn't participate...Carl's mom, Carl, Carl's brother, and his fiancee
Gift Exchange
Carl's dad making his famous Kahlua pancakes. Super delicious!
All of the presents
Opening the presentsTyler Family
New Years PartyWednesday, January 13, 2010
Hiatus
I know it has been a long time and I had previously tried to be better about blogging. That was a big fat fail!
A quick update of our lives and what has kept me away from you. No photos right now. Maybe there will be a photo update as well.
November
*Carl's Christmas present arrived a little early. I got him an English Bulldog puppy. We named her Faith. While we love her to pieces, I was in a little bit of puppy shock when we first got her. I didn't know how to handle this. It took a few weeks of adjustment but now all is good with the world.
*Thanksgiving. We stayed in town, mostly because I had to work the next day (boo). Had Thanksgiving with Carl's parents and then went and saw some of my family later in the day.
December
*Trying to fit Christmas shopping in all of the chaos that was our life.
*Started a co-ed softball team.
*Nutcracker performance by Ballet Austin. This was part of my Christmas present from Carl. I absolutely loved this. It reminded me of being a little kid and getting all dressed up to go see the pros put on the Nutcracker.
*Christmas was a traveling one. Christmas Eve we went to a bad sweater party with Carl's family. Christmas day we went to Carl's parent's house to exchange gifts. Part of my present from Carl was a Nikon P90X. I love this camera, though I haven't played with it as much as I would like. In the evening we traveled to Tyler to see my mom and her side of the family. The next day we drove home and relaxed.
*New Years. Started Weight Watchers the Monday before New Years. I thought it was the dumbest move ever at first for choosing that week to start, but I made it all work within my points. 2 1/2 weeks in and I'm already down 5 lbs. I'm super excited with the results. It is definitely making me make better decisions about what to eat. We decided to throw a New Years Eve party. It was wonderful to see old friends that we hadn't seen in years.
January
*Mild freak-out about the wedding coming up. This led to one massive list of things to do. The list continues to grow but it gives me direction on what to do. I have started on the invitations and have made pretty good headway on them. My dress is scheduled to arrive early February. I'm so excited to have all of my girls see this bad boy.
*National Championship Game. It was disappointing to loose and I feel horrible for the newly engaged Colt McCoy to go out the way he did, but I'm super excited for the 2010 season. Gilbert made my fears of how the Freshman will handle being the leader of the team.
*Being sick. Which is why I'm posting at 3:45pm on a Wednesday. Boo.
A quick update of our lives and what has kept me away from you. No photos right now. Maybe there will be a photo update as well.
November
*Carl's Christmas present arrived a little early. I got him an English Bulldog puppy. We named her Faith. While we love her to pieces, I was in a little bit of puppy shock when we first got her. I didn't know how to handle this. It took a few weeks of adjustment but now all is good with the world.
*Thanksgiving. We stayed in town, mostly because I had to work the next day (boo). Had Thanksgiving with Carl's parents and then went and saw some of my family later in the day.
December
*Trying to fit Christmas shopping in all of the chaos that was our life.
*Started a co-ed softball team.
*Nutcracker performance by Ballet Austin. This was part of my Christmas present from Carl. I absolutely loved this. It reminded me of being a little kid and getting all dressed up to go see the pros put on the Nutcracker.
*Christmas was a traveling one. Christmas Eve we went to a bad sweater party with Carl's family. Christmas day we went to Carl's parent's house to exchange gifts. Part of my present from Carl was a Nikon P90X. I love this camera, though I haven't played with it as much as I would like. In the evening we traveled to Tyler to see my mom and her side of the family. The next day we drove home and relaxed.
*New Years. Started Weight Watchers the Monday before New Years. I thought it was the dumbest move ever at first for choosing that week to start, but I made it all work within my points. 2 1/2 weeks in and I'm already down 5 lbs. I'm super excited with the results. It is definitely making me make better decisions about what to eat. We decided to throw a New Years Eve party. It was wonderful to see old friends that we hadn't seen in years.
January
*Mild freak-out about the wedding coming up. This led to one massive list of things to do. The list continues to grow but it gives me direction on what to do. I have started on the invitations and have made pretty good headway on them. My dress is scheduled to arrive early February. I'm so excited to have all of my girls see this bad boy.
*National Championship Game. It was disappointing to loose and I feel horrible for the newly engaged Colt McCoy to go out the way he did, but I'm super excited for the 2010 season. Gilbert made my fears of how the Freshman will handle being the leader of the team.
*Being sick. Which is why I'm posting at 3:45pm on a Wednesday. Boo.
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