something old. something new.

something new...

I love weddings. Maybe even more so now that I'm married, because I now understand the dynamics of the day. I had the pleasure of attending a good friend's wedding in Chattanooga this past weekend. I got to do her hair and makeup, and it was such a fun experience. She did look wonderful, and I am so happy for her. Here are a few photos from the big day.


Caitlin-me-the bride-Ashleigh-Marcella-Gerica


Emily and Caitlin


Caitin and me


The Garter Toss


The Send Off


something old...
(well 3.5 months old)

I got a few more photos from my own wedding uploaded, and I thought that I would share them.

Fathers and Mothers

When you lose someone you love it changes you.

Thursday morning of this past week my grandmother passed away. She was 74 years old and suffering the after effects of several nasty strokes. She had multiple health problems on top of that. I watched yesterday as my Papa attempted to say goodbye to her for the last time. It was hard. They had been married for 56 years. They always lived down the street from my family, and I remember frequently going to visit for short spurts of time. We always stole canned sodas and mini candy bars from their kitchen. She was a good cook and a good woman. I see glimpses of her in me everyday. Now that she isn't suffering anymore, we get to experience the hard part. Helping my Papa learn to live without her. It breaks my heart. I hope that she is watching, and I hope that she is proud. I will always miss her.


I have already lost 3 of my 4 grandparents all of which I loved very much. It was hard to say goodbye and it seemed as if it came too early. When you lose someone you love it changes you. Every time the experience came and went, I was changed in some way.

Today is Father's Day and without the lady pictured above I wouldn't have my father today. He and I are a lot alike. It's funny how that goes. My Dad just keeps getting better and better everyday. I'm thankful that he takes care of me even though I am an adult. He taught me to drive, cut the grass, and ride a bike. I love him.


It's a sad Father's day weekend in our family, but a joyous one as well. We celebrate the life of the mother who gave me my dad. Happy Father's Day.

Shred

weight loss, weight loss, weight loss...

Oh, how those words torture me. I've spent most of my teenage and young adult life wanting to loose weight or be thinner. I know what it takes, but it's just so demanding. The last time I was at my ideal weight was the summer after my freshman year of college. I worked out at the gym 6 days a week for 2 hours everyday, and I didn't eat anything. Now, that's hard especially considering how much I enjoy cooking. Unfortunately, I'm not one of those girls with a high metabolism who can eat McDonald's every day, but how many of us really are?
[not that I would after seeing Food Inc and Supersize Me]

Before the wedding, I started doing Jillian Michael's 30 day Shred after a recommendation from my good friend Cassie and wonderful wedding planner Ashley. Teaching full time combined with wedding stress kept me from sticking with it. Now, I'm going to tackle it again. I'm currently on day 4. I'm determined to do it. I'll let you know how it goes.


I also got Wii Fit which is fun, but it doesn't seem to get great results. A friend gave me the balance board, so all I had to do was buy the game. It's definitely better than sitting on the couch getting the usual finger workout. I really like the step aerobics, and it will also track your progress. The jogging is cool too, but it's really easy to cheat by moving the wii remote up and down. You don't even have to jog! Not that I did that...
Here's to being healthier after my first year of teaching and to fitting into my clothes again. Good thing I have a healthy fitness minded husband to help me out!

I married a Moon.

Three months ago Dustin and I tied the knot. It's so surreal to think about how fast it came and went. I often times wish I could relive it again. I wonder if that feeling ever goes away.

It's cool to see the evolution of it all from here to here...


















I have so many friends getting married and moving away. Plus, being an adult is hard work. I've decided to start blogging. Hopefully, someone will read it. I'll post more wedding memories soon.