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IT'S JUNE!

Which can only mean one thing....

{ Wedding month!      }

Traditions

As an almost married person, I have been thinking a lot lately about family traditions. 

I was at a bridal shower last weekend for a girlfriend of mine, and her mom made her an exact replica of the birthday plate that her family has used on everyones birthday since her and her husband were first married. Tears filled my eyes because I thought it was so special for her, and such a cute tradition for her to bring to her new family. 

Just curious... what are some family traditions that you either have in your family currently, or established once you got married?

Wedding Updates

So it is now officially 138 days until the big day, which is so exciting! We have done a lot of planning and work since the last update on the wedding.

Honeymoon: Booked; Costa Rica!!

Dress: Almost done, looking awesome!

Accessories for wedding hair: Arrived Saturday, they are beautiful! Done by the wonderful Chelsea at Oh My Deer.

Engagement Pictures: Taken! Despite the rain and gloom, we found a patch of buttery sunlight on Sunday and took what I think will be some rad photos, courtesy of Gabriel and Carlie over at Gabriel Ryan Photography.

Bridesmaids Gifts: Done and Done, look out ladies, they are beyond fantastic.

Shoes: Betsey Johnson provided some cool kicks for me.

Ceremony Chairs: Done. Pricey, but attendees will have a place of sitting now.

( We did throw around the idea of BYOC; bring your own chair... We still think it would be awesome.)

Centerpieces: Found, unpurchased, but still found.

Ceremony Decor/ Reception Decor: In the works, but the plan has been laid out!

Gym Pass: Slim down for the gown is in full effect people. Kelly Ripa arms are a must.

Whew. I am sure there is more, but that is all I want to blog about now, and I am sure all you want to read.

on my way to Mrs.

Meet the Bridesmaids, part two.

Meet the incredible Ryanne Nicole Witt. She is my matron of honor, and one of my best friends. I have known Ryanne since I was 11 years old. She was my first small group leader when I was a tiny seventh grader in the junior high ministry. Although she was a senior in high school, she became one of my biggest influences and role models. We have shared so much together through the years, and the most fun is being able to watch Ryanne become a wife and learn from her and her husband Jonathan what it means to have fun and glorify God through marriage. Ryanne always has  incredible advice for me, and knows exactly what I need to hear. She has always modeled to me the lifestyle of a woman after God's own heart and I am so grateful for that. She has an absolute heart of gold, and is always making me laugh. I am so thankful for her friendship, I know without a doubt that I am the woman I am today because of who Ryanne was to me. We share a common love of Victoria Beckham, pepperocinis, twilight and headbands with giant flowers. 

I love you Ry...thank you for helping me grow up. 

Meet the Bridesmaids!

I have a total of 9 beautiful ladies standing up with me on my wedding day, which is such a testament to all of the awesome friendships in my life. I want to introduce them to you one by one, just for fun! 

My Maid of honor is my beautiful baby sister Courtney. She is the smartest girl I have ever known. Obviously I have known her since birth and ever since that July 19th, we have been inseparable. I remember the anticipation of the birth of Courtney, I couldn't wait to be a big sister, to have a friend, a constant companion in my lonely only child life. I was 4 when Courtney came and I had never been so excited for anything in my life. I took special classes on how to be a big sister, received a ribbon authenticating my big sister status, and wore a cool I am a big sister shirt. I have loved nothing more than being a role model and an example to Courtney throughout her life, but what she doesn't know, is that she has taught me way more than I have taught her. She has taught me what it means to have a dream, and to do whatever it takes to achieve that dream. She has taught me that if you fail, try again, to lean on Christ always. She has always loved Brandon, and that has meant so much to me. I remember introducing them, and asking her opinion and hearing her gush about how perfect we were...that meant the world to me! Being able to share everything in my life with her, is so special and I feel so blessed that my sister is my best friend. 

UCLA 2009.

{I love you sista sista. }

Your wedding will be huge...

This pretty much sums up my life right now... (photo does not include the 4th bride pal)

Jill- May 29th, 2009

Amanda- June 13th, 2009

Katie- June 28th, 2009. 

Sarah- Summer 2010

Just so you know, our nickname for ourselves in high school was JAKS, and that is the order we are getting married in... odd.

oh yea.