We are now down to 4 days.... I honestly never thought we would get here, but now I'm wishing I still had more time. Basically everything major is done, but the little details that can make a person go insane still remain. This week all final payments will be made, programs will be assembled, the candy buffet will be pieced together, dress picked up, planning phone calls made, mani-pedi with the Maid Of Honor, and of course the marriage license will be picked up....and the list goes on.
Final guest count: 313
Bridesmaids: 7
Junior Bridesmaids: 2
Groomsmen: 8
Ring Bearer: 1
Flower Girl: 1
Organization.....a must.....so for those of you who make fun of my OCD it is not being put to good use. Considering I alone am having to keep track of everything, piece everything together, and make the majority of the decisions.....it is necessary to be an obsessive compulsive organizer and
perfectionist. However this obsession made me sick....literally. exactly 2 weeks before the wedding my body began shutting down. I don't use that expression lightly....103 fever, sore throat, laryngitis, sinus headache, no sleep, cough, runny nose, and eventually ear problem. according to the doc there was so much pressure in my head that my eardrum kept popping and swelled up like a balloon. He believes it ruptured (which would explain why it felt quite numb and i couldn't hear out of it) but said he could not be sure because the swelling was covering it up. SOOO he piled on the medicine and now over a week later i am still trying to get better. The ear pain is definitely better, but still not normal. Hopefully i will be 100% by Saturday.
Friday and Saturday we bachelor and bachelorette parties. Mr. Micah and his buddies camped out on a lake all night and seem to have enjoyed themselves. I went out Friday with my favorite twins (Jennie and Betsy) and Jeeves (aka Dave our driver) and met up with Dani down town. Just a low key sittin around talking kind of evening with occasional dancing. Then Saturday it was shopping and dinner at Flat Top Grill with the best of the best. Thanks to those of you who made the time to show up even if only for dinner. It really meant a lot to me!
The plans for the Wedding and after are as follows:
Rehearsal Friday at 6
Rehearsal Dinner at Jonah's
Wedding Saturday at 3 (but bridal party starts at 8 AM)
Reception at Packard Plaza at 5
Sunday is breakfast with the friends and family still in town, and then packing up the vehicle for the week long drive back to California.
Back in Cali Friday morning and Friday Night Liz O comes to stay for a week while Micah heads off to Belgium for work.
Honeymoon September 13-20 and i cannot tell you where we are going because my amazing Fiance planned it (with the help of my Maid of Honor) and I am not allowed to know until we get to the airport!!!
I think we should be back to a normal schedule in a month or so.......then i have to find a job :0)
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Race to the Alter
We are now down to 22 days until "I Do" and all I have to say is...I'm ready!!! The planning may not be 100% complete, and my groom may not even be in the same state yet, but if i could I would walk down that isle today!
Miss Katie and I have been marking off as many tasks as possible each day. Her wedding is in November so its kinda nice to bounce ideas off one another while planning our own weddings. Today we picked out everything for my candy buffet....lets just say it's going to be AMAZING!!
Its weird to think that in about three weeks I will not be coming home alone, won't be fixing myself dinner, and won't be on my own schedule. I won't know where anything is (in San Diego), won't have any of my friends close by, and won't have a job....Its going to be a big change. I always say I don't get homesick (I don't) but I do tend to miss different things from 'home'.
Miss Katie and I have been marking off as many tasks as possible each day. Her wedding is in November so its kinda nice to bounce ideas off one another while planning our own weddings. Today we picked out everything for my candy buffet....lets just say it's going to be AMAZING!!
Its weird to think that in about three weeks I will not be coming home alone, won't be fixing myself dinner, and won't be on my own schedule. I won't know where anything is (in San Diego), won't have any of my friends close by, and won't have a job....Its going to be a big change. I always say I don't get homesick (I don't) but I do tend to miss different things from 'home'.
- Jubilee Ice Cream
- big cowboy trucks
- my dad talking to the cows whenever we are driving anywhere
- my amazing neighbors
- the brothers who make my life a little more enjoyable
- my kitty cat
- my best friends and their families
- Monical's pizza
- Avanti's
- knowing my way to just about anywhere within a 40 mile radius
...and more.
I'm getting excited about the wedding. Mostly because i get to see all of my friends and family that i have not seen in a long time! I cannot wait to wear my wedding dress, veil, shoes......eat my amazing dinner, get a gazillion pics taken with some of the most amazing people i have ever met, and DANCE the night away....
As of now we have 270 people coming and are wating to hear from 170....its going to be the event of a lifetime :o)
Thursday, July 24, 2008
One More Month!
Haven't posted in weeks, I know! (computer batter won't charge and don't have Internet access...and the honey that is supposed to fix things like that moved away already)
SO what has been happening in our lives? Micah left a while back but he has had some interesting adventures courtesy of Caterpillar. He got to Cali and was there a week before he started working. What did he do for that week...enjoyed being a bachelor with his best friend Luke and Jimmy. They went to L.A. and around San Diego, and then snuck a little trip to Las Vegas in there. Then it was off to work for Micah....for 4 days. (no he didn't quit) CAT decided he needed to fly to Belgium and around Europe to work with some new dealers. So off he was, not knowing anyone from work, having no idea what his job really is, and traveling across the world with a stranger to make sure that another company was going to be a good supplier of products he knows nothing about. They really must trust their employees. But then he came back and has been riding the trolly to work (saves on the $4.60 gas) and hangs out with himself at the apartment. I'm sure it looks just as lovely as all his other apartments did when he live there. I know my first week there will be full of cleaning cleaning cleaning and decorating...and then more cleaning. Now he is preparing for another trip before the wedding. He will be in Mexico and 3 states between the 10th and 17th. Then he will come home to get our marriage license and leave again for more work. But CAT was nice enough to let him off work on the 22nd so we can actually have a rehearsal before the wedding on the 23rd. And they even let him take off the week after the wedding so we can drive all of our stuff our to Cali. But they thought that was nice enough because as soon as we step on Cali soil he is back on a plane to Belgium... SO that will leave me in Cali knowing no one, having no idea where anything is, and terrified to drive :o) Thank God for Best friends and Bridesmaids (LIZZIE) Who is so willing to entertain me for a few day while she is there on business. Love you girl!
And as for me? Ohh my life has been full of babysitting, school, wedding planning, working at camp when they need me, wedding planning, running numerous errands, wedding planning, and bridal showers. I have had four beautiful bridal showers. The first was our couples shower back in June. But then my Maid of Honor threw me a shower for all of my bridesmaids and close friends from the area (as well as Chicago and WI: Liz Court and Laura thanks for driving down!). it was wonderful to just hang out and enjoy the company. It was a beautiful shower.
Then Aunt Lynn threw a shower for the Roeschley family. Chair covers, candles, desert buffet, and catered vegetarian meal...AMAZING. It was a great time for me to visit with some of Micah's family i don't see much, and meet more cousins, aunts, and uncles that make up the hundreds. (but i still hope to not be quizzed on names at the wedding :o)
The day after Aunt Lynn's shower was the Hermann Family shower (Micah's mom's family). This again proved to be a great time to visit with people and put more faces to names. Thanks so much Aunt Sara and Kathie for the beautiful shower and amazing vegetarian food!
After the four showers, the registries were basically bought out. Our friends and family are wonderful to us, and we are very grateful.
So far:
Invitations have been out for a while and replies are coming in bundles everyday.
Cake has been chosen (created by myself, Jennie, Betsy and our favorite Cake Lady: Eileen Musselman)
Final Dress fitting is this afternoon
Final meetings and contracts are in progress from now until a week before the wedding
chair covers (ordered)
All other major details are complete, and the minor ones are either done or almost done!
I am so excited for the next 30 days. I know there will be tons of plans to stress me out and little details i have forgotten, but over all i know it will be so exciting to count down the days.
I am throwing my Maid Of Honor her own bridal shower on August 3rd (with her sister Kim) The following week my Duffy family comes home, and I finish my EMT classes! Then Bachelorette Party on August 16th (shopping and Eating at my favorite stir fry place!!) So much to do and so little time, but all i can home for are 30 days of friends and family time because i know after the wedding that time will be hard to come by.
And thank God for the people who have kept me sane for the last few months! I would probably be locked in a closet crying somewhere if it hadn't been for all of you!!!
SO what has been happening in our lives? Micah left a while back but he has had some interesting adventures courtesy of Caterpillar. He got to Cali and was there a week before he started working. What did he do for that week...enjoyed being a bachelor with his best friend Luke and Jimmy. They went to L.A. and around San Diego, and then snuck a little trip to Las Vegas in there. Then it was off to work for Micah....for 4 days. (no he didn't quit) CAT decided he needed to fly to Belgium and around Europe to work with some new dealers. So off he was, not knowing anyone from work, having no idea what his job really is, and traveling across the world with a stranger to make sure that another company was going to be a good supplier of products he knows nothing about. They really must trust their employees. But then he came back and has been riding the trolly to work (saves on the $4.60 gas) and hangs out with himself at the apartment. I'm sure it looks just as lovely as all his other apartments did when he live there. I know my first week there will be full of cleaning cleaning cleaning and decorating...and then more cleaning. Now he is preparing for another trip before the wedding. He will be in Mexico and 3 states between the 10th and 17th. Then he will come home to get our marriage license and leave again for more work. But CAT was nice enough to let him off work on the 22nd so we can actually have a rehearsal before the wedding on the 23rd. And they even let him take off the week after the wedding so we can drive all of our stuff our to Cali. But they thought that was nice enough because as soon as we step on Cali soil he is back on a plane to Belgium... SO that will leave me in Cali knowing no one, having no idea where anything is, and terrified to drive :o) Thank God for Best friends and Bridesmaids (LIZZIE) Who is so willing to entertain me for a few day while she is there on business. Love you girl!
And as for me? Ohh my life has been full of babysitting, school, wedding planning, working at camp when they need me, wedding planning, running numerous errands, wedding planning, and bridal showers. I have had four beautiful bridal showers. The first was our couples shower back in June. But then my Maid of Honor threw me a shower for all of my bridesmaids and close friends from the area (as well as Chicago and WI: Liz Court and Laura thanks for driving down!). it was wonderful to just hang out and enjoy the company. It was a beautiful shower.
Then Aunt Lynn threw a shower for the Roeschley family. Chair covers, candles, desert buffet, and catered vegetarian meal...AMAZING. It was a great time for me to visit with some of Micah's family i don't see much, and meet more cousins, aunts, and uncles that make up the hundreds. (but i still hope to not be quizzed on names at the wedding :o)
The day after Aunt Lynn's shower was the Hermann Family shower (Micah's mom's family). This again proved to be a great time to visit with people and put more faces to names. Thanks so much Aunt Sara and Kathie for the beautiful shower and amazing vegetarian food!
After the four showers, the registries were basically bought out. Our friends and family are wonderful to us, and we are very grateful.
So far:
Invitations have been out for a while and replies are coming in bundles everyday.
Cake has been chosen (created by myself, Jennie, Betsy and our favorite Cake Lady: Eileen Musselman)
Final Dress fitting is this afternoon
Final meetings and contracts are in progress from now until a week before the wedding
chair covers (ordered)
All other major details are complete, and the minor ones are either done or almost done!
I am so excited for the next 30 days. I know there will be tons of plans to stress me out and little details i have forgotten, but over all i know it will be so exciting to count down the days.
I am throwing my Maid Of Honor her own bridal shower on August 3rd (with her sister Kim) The following week my Duffy family comes home, and I finish my EMT classes! Then Bachelorette Party on August 16th (shopping and Eating at my favorite stir fry place!!) So much to do and so little time, but all i can home for are 30 days of friends and family time because i know after the wedding that time will be hard to come by.
And thank God for the people who have kept me sane for the last few months! I would probably be locked in a closet crying somewhere if it hadn't been for all of you!!!
Friday, June 6, 2008
Summer Time
The only thing reminding me that it is summer is the intense heat....
I am currently enrolled in 
Miss Katie also convinced me to join the local athletic club...so after long days of classes, babysitting and getting sunburnt, i head over to 5 Points and burn off a few pounds. This Maid of Honor knows part of her job is to get me fit for the wedding. Have i said how thankful I am for such wonderful friend? LOVE HER
Wedding planning is also in full swing. This Sunday is our first shower (couple's shower) with some of Micah's parents friends :o) There will be another shower in a few weeks and THEN my Bridesmaid shower :o) on the 29th. Not that I'm not looking forward to the others, but the 29th is special because my out of town bridesmaids are coming home (from WI and GA) soo i cannot wait to see them!!
Micah moves on the 16th and heads to
It's hot and all i can think about is living in
P.S. My Dress came in yesterday!!!!!!!!!!
Sunday, June 1, 2008
You're gonna miss this....you're gonna want this back
As of May 25th I am finished with my undergrad! I finally have a nice certificate that says I have a BA in Chemistry and Biology...HORRAY The day was not terribly exciting but know how much i had been through the get there made me appreciate it a bit more. Here are a few pic of the people i will actually miss.....
First and foremost, my Bridesmaids....Laura, Liz, and Courtney have helped me through the past four years of my life. Good or Bad they were always there for me. Leaving Kenosha was not hard for me, but leaving my best friends was not a simple task. I cannot wait for you ladies to stand up with me in my wedding. I love you!
Miss Ashley....i would never have been able to accomplish my dream of starting a Relay For Life at Carthage without her help and encouragement...This woman is amazing and little kids of the future will be incredibly lucky to have her as a teacher. Love you Ash
Although i double majored, Chemistry was my true love. The amazing men and women stuck out the 4 year journey with me. From homework partners, to help on projects, to personal advice and education. Although there were more, the above are some of the best! Brent, Dr. Rener, Matthew, and Dr. Blaine (AKA MOM)
Miguel, my Amigo from Mexico....Everyday i could expect a hug from the happy Mexican in the hall. With funny stories and insane ideas, life could never be boring. We are sooo glad you cheated on your USA entrance exam so they let you in to attend college. I cannot image it without you.
Mom, this amazing woman has taught me much further than the classroom allowed. I cannot even begin to thank her for the countless hours spent in her office, crying, asking for advice, or just chatting. She has been there for me no matter what she had going on in her own schedule...she also allowed me to babysit her beautiful little boys when I was so homesick for my kids in England. Thanks for being my Carthage Mom and listening to me whenever i needed you. Your hugs in the hall always came at the right time!
My Chi Omega's....I honestly don't think i would be half the woman I am today had i not met all of you. Spring '05 changed my life and i am grateful for each and every one of you. I cannot wait to dance with you all at our next 'function'...my wedding. You are amazing women.
My Laura Lu and Bill....we have been together since the first day of school and i know that i will never forget all the memories. Bill used to ride through the dorm halls trying to get girls to be on his new video "Carthage Girls Gone Wild" and would offer free pencils to anyone who complied. haha i don't think he ever got anyone ....but it was entertaining. Thanks for the rides to class when it was raining Bill!! Laura, the best roommate and friend anyone could ever ask for...my bathtub awaits you in California...i will have your wine and text books ready :o)
First and foremost, my Bridesmaids....Laura, Liz, and Courtney have helped me through the past four years of my life. Good or Bad they were always there for me. Leaving Kenosha was not hard for me, but leaving my best friends was not a simple task. I cannot wait for you ladies to stand up with me in my wedding. I love you!
Miss Ashley....i would never have been able to accomplish my dream of starting a Relay For Life at Carthage without her help and encouragement...This woman is amazing and little kids of the future will be incredibly lucky to have her as a teacher. Love you Ash
Although i double majored, Chemistry was my true love. The amazing men and women stuck out the 4 year journey with me. From homework partners, to help on projects, to personal advice and education. Although there were more, the above are some of the best! Brent, Dr. Rener, Matthew, and Dr. Blaine (AKA MOM)
Miguel, my Amigo from Mexico....Everyday i could expect a hug from the happy Mexican in the hall. With funny stories and insane ideas, life could never be boring. We are sooo glad you cheated on your USA entrance exam so they let you in to attend college. I cannot image it without you.
Mom, this amazing woman has taught me much further than the classroom allowed. I cannot even begin to thank her for the countless hours spent in her office, crying, asking for advice, or just chatting. She has been there for me no matter what she had going on in her own schedule...she also allowed me to babysit her beautiful little boys when I was so homesick for my kids in England. Thanks for being my Carthage Mom and listening to me whenever i needed you. Your hugs in the hall always came at the right time!
My Chi Omega's....I honestly don't think i would be half the woman I am today had i not met all of you. Spring '05 changed my life and i am grateful for each and every one of you. I cannot wait to dance with you all at our next 'function'...my wedding. You are amazing women.
My Laura Lu and Bill....we have been together since the first day of school and i know that i will never forget all the memories. Bill used to ride through the dorm halls trying to get girls to be on his new video "Carthage Girls Gone Wild" and would offer free pencils to anyone who complied. haha i don't think he ever got anyone ....but it was entertaining. Thanks for the rides to class when it was raining Bill!! Laura, the best roommate and friend anyone could ever ask for...my bathtub awaits you in California...i will have your wine and text books ready :o)
Monday, May 5, 2008
It's Official...
It's going to be quite difficult to get me to leave this place....View from the Coronado BridgeThe Promenade Rio Vista is our new home as of May 2nd. Perfect....
*Two Bedroom
*Two Bathroom
*1084 sq. ft.
*extended patio for our grilling and entertaining pleasure
*Movie Theater
*2 pools
*gated underground parking
*2 workout facilities
*2 club houses
*business center (computers)
*conference room (if we feel important enough to use it)
*retail shops
*restaurants
*Sauna
*dentist
*Chiropractor
*Wine tasting restaurant
*Spa
*Curves
*Trolly Station
and much much more
The Second bedroom is happy to house anyone who wants to come visit us for perfect weather!!! We are close to just about everything. Beaches in all directions, fabulous food, SeaWorld, LegoLand, DisneyLand, Down Town, and palm trees for all! L.A., Mexico, and Las Vegas are just a short drive away so that increases the options.
My favorite part....the soaking tub :o)Monday, April 28, 2008
it was the best of times...it was the worst of times
In the next few months, life is going to completely change....
22 years....I have experienced many changes, some positive changes and then, of course, those not so desirable negative changes. There are a lot of things I vividly remember: the death of my grandma and grandpa, losing Andy, graduating from junior high, making the cheerleading squad and dance team, Willow Hill youth group, missions trips, moving from house to house in hopes of finding my 'home', graduating from high school, moving to Wisconsin... Then there are also quite a few things that have happen that I either completely forgot, or only recall minute details based on what others tell me: kindergarten through 7th grade, mom and dad's divorce, Bryce being born, The Sunshine Club (although I can still sing the song and name at least 20 kids who were in it with us), family vacations prior to 1998, all of the small disputes that occurred between friends and brothers...
22 years...that's a long time to a 4 year old. In fact, that is a long time to just about anyone. I find it hard to believe I have been alive for 22+ years; and I have experienced them all :o) Quite incredible if you ask me. But for some reason I feel like the 22 years I have lived cannot even compare to the year I am currently living. The next 4 months will surely bring about some of the biggest changes I will ever experience (until children of course).
Graduation... Let's just say it will be bittersweet. The past four years have introduced me to some lifetime friends, rekindled old forgotten friendships, and closed the door to many others. There have been some definite highs and lows each of which have taught me more about myself. I started a brand new organization on campus, joined the most incredibly sorority around, and somehow learned to balance school, friends, and a gazillion extracurricular obligations. From President and Vice President of some to coordinators and members of others, I feel quite satisfied with all of which I have been a part. Who knew it would go so quickly. Although I am ready for a new part of my life I will surely miss my sisters, my friends, professors, and the friendly atmosphere I have learned to call home. I won't miss the homework, studying, or walking to class in snow and rain though, I can promise you that! It is going to be the happiest and saddest day of my college career.
Marriage... I love him to death but it's definitely going to be a HUGE change. I don't even know how to begin thinking about it...It is in God's hands...how exciting!
Moving to California... I have never even visited California let alone considered living there. But God has decided that Micah and I are headed there to start a new life with new places and faces. I must admit I rather excited about the move, but thinking about finding somewhere to live, a job, friends...it's not quite how I pictured my first year out of college. In just two days we go to find our 'home' for the next year. I am rather nervous...
BIG Changes....with graduation, marriage, and moving I am sure to encounter many highs and lows, but I am prepared to take them as they come. I think life is the biggest adventure of all and I cannot wait to see where it takes me...and my husband to be :o) I kept this blogger up to date while I was in England, but now it is going to be the Happy Couple Blog....
'til next time....
22 years....I have experienced many changes, some positive changes and then, of course, those not so desirable negative changes. There are a lot of things I vividly remember: the death of my grandma and grandpa, losing Andy, graduating from junior high, making the cheerleading squad and dance team, Willow Hill youth group, missions trips, moving from house to house in hopes of finding my 'home', graduating from high school, moving to Wisconsin... Then there are also quite a few things that have happen that I either completely forgot, or only recall minute details based on what others tell me: kindergarten through 7th grade, mom and dad's divorce, Bryce being born, The Sunshine Club (although I can still sing the song and name at least 20 kids who were in it with us), family vacations prior to 1998, all of the small disputes that occurred between friends and brothers...
22 years...that's a long time to a 4 year old. In fact, that is a long time to just about anyone. I find it hard to believe I have been alive for 22+ years; and I have experienced them all :o) Quite incredible if you ask me. But for some reason I feel like the 22 years I have lived cannot even compare to the year I am currently living. The next 4 months will surely bring about some of the biggest changes I will ever experience (until children of course).
Graduation... Let's just say it will be bittersweet. The past four years have introduced me to some lifetime friends, rekindled old forgotten friendships, and closed the door to many others. There have been some definite highs and lows each of which have taught me more about myself. I started a brand new organization on campus, joined the most incredibly sorority around, and somehow learned to balance school, friends, and a gazillion extracurricular obligations. From President and Vice President of some to coordinators and members of others, I feel quite satisfied with all of which I have been a part. Who knew it would go so quickly. Although I am ready for a new part of my life I will surely miss my sisters, my friends, professors, and the friendly atmosphere I have learned to call home. I won't miss the homework, studying, or walking to class in snow and rain though, I can promise you that! It is going to be the happiest and saddest day of my college career.
Marriage... I love him to death but it's definitely going to be a HUGE change. I don't even know how to begin thinking about it...It is in God's hands...how exciting!
Moving to California... I have never even visited California let alone considered living there. But God has decided that Micah and I are headed there to start a new life with new places and faces. I must admit I rather excited about the move, but thinking about finding somewhere to live, a job, friends...it's not quite how I pictured my first year out of college. In just two days we go to find our 'home' for the next year. I am rather nervous...
BIG Changes....with graduation, marriage, and moving I am sure to encounter many highs and lows, but I am prepared to take them as they come. I think life is the biggest adventure of all and I cannot wait to see where it takes me...and my husband to be :o) I kept this blogger up to date while I was in England, but now it is going to be the Happy Couple Blog....
'til next time....
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