DIY Decorations

This morning I happened to run across this cute little decoration:

From this here website. It didn't come with a tutorial but I think I figured out how to make something similar. The amazing thing is that my dad was just getting ready to throw out some strange, old books. I dug them out of the giant trash container that is currently occupying our driveway and went to work. The good news: I think that they will be perfect for the reception especially considering the fact that Aaron proposed in the library and I love to read. I think it is time to have a decoration making party. Super exciting.

True Love

You know how you can tell that I'm really in love? It is simple, I am happy to talk to Aaron before 7 in the morning. As Kelsey can attest to, I am not a morning person. My idea of a good morning is getting up, reading my Bible curled up under a blanket, drinking tea and not having to talk to anyone for at least an hour. Crazy enough, I willingly answer my phone nearly every morning between 6:30-7:00. I know, you can laugh at me. I laugh at myself all the time.

Now Who Is the Disabled One?

Tonight at the nursing home:

Old lady: What is your name?

Hannah: Hannah.

Old lady: Oh, your hands are cold.

Me (rather loudly): She said her name was Hannah.

Old lady: Oh yes, but her hands are also very cold.

Me: Uh...

Anniversary of sorts

One year ago, I found out that Aaron had called my dad. That was also the same day that I had a job interview. In case you never figured out, the primary reason I didn't move to Florida is because of Aaron. They wanted me to commit for at least 2 years and I wasn't sure about what was in my future. Looking back, I can see how God used different events in my life to bring me exactly where I am supposed to be today. I am so grateful that God, in His infinite goodness, has a perfect plan for me. My story looks great up until this point and I can't wait to find out what are in the rest of the chapters.

A word to the wise: Do not get engaged unless you have time to plan a wedding. Unless you are having a very small, uncomplicated affair, or you are rich enough to hire a wedding planner, wedding planning is like a part-time job.

Well folks, I'm off to celebrate! We are celebrating our "anniversary" by doing homework for pre-marital counseling before heading off to prayer meeting. We are pretty exciting people.

In which I am a needy person

Things I need for my wedding.

• Tables and chairs
• Decorating skilz...oh yeah, that is why I've "hired" Debbie McPherson
• Blackboards
• Vases and empty glass bottles
• Burlap
• To get my act in order...
• Fabric scraps you may have around your house

But just remember the most important thing: "All you need is love. Come together now."

Vain Ambition

Ha, I no longer have any career ambitions or major life ambitions outside of getting married. I used to try hard to get good grades and such...now I just try hard to get all my crazy plans to actually work out. One of my schemes is to make large amounts of bunting to use as wedding decorations.

Photo Cred

I know, it is totally crazy, but I'm going to try. We'll see if it actually turns out. Part of the problem is that I don't really know how to actually going about making it. I have ideas but who knows if they'll turn out.

Tales of a Wedding Planner

God is really blessing our wedding plans so far! Pretty much everything except the location has been on sale! My dress was 25% off! The groom's suit was 60% off thanks to a coupon! It really helps a wedding budget to find things on sale. I am slightly disappointed because I won't be able to get my favorite wedding invitations:

The etsy seller is booked up until May. But it is really my fault for waiting until the last minute. I have found some other options that are not quite as cute but a lot cheaper. Hopefully they will be ordered and in the mail by next week. We also have a wedding website in the works...more to come on that later.

My other big accomplishment is my veil. Even the most simple veils were $35-50 in stores even in most consignment stores. I decided to take a stance for freedom and make my own especially since I just wanted a very simple one. I went to Hobby Lobby and bought all of the materials for under $4 and it only took me about 30 minutes to complete it. Actually, it took me 30 minutes to do it twice since I messed it up the first time.