My Wedding Dress

In my Google Reader, there are various newlywed blogs out there that I read daily. One I read daily (Kelly's Korner) is hosting a "Show Us Your Wedding Dress" event today and I couldn't pass it up!

Unfortunately, I wasn't one of those brides who wanted to try on every dress possible to find "the one". I actually dreaded the wedding dress search entirely because I didn't think I'd find something simple (& inexpensive) enough.

"The One"

After much coaxing, I caved & decided I'd go to one place in hopes to find my dress. With my MOH, my mom, future mother-in-law, & future sister-in-law in tow, we arrived at David's Bridal with one hope in mind -- find my wedding dress!

One of the (reject) dresses I tried on.

3 hours later, I had tried on over 20 dresses (everything from a poofy, ballgown dress to a sleek, body hugging dress) and I had found my dress! And everyone agreed that it was the perfect fit & style for me. With no hesitation, we made the purchase and walked out of the store with no regrets.

My dress during alterations.

On our wedding day, I couldn't wait to put on my dress! Once I stepped into my dress, all the stress & cares of the days (& months) leading up were swept away. I finally felt like a real bride!

Putting on my dress.

Sam & I - 6.27.08

Wednesday Wish List

Last week, Sam & I came home to a package on the front step. Neither of us remembered ordering anything, but we certainly could have. To our surprise, it was a gift from our awesome loan officer, Conrad Venti. And it was something I had been looking at purchasing, so it was very special to receive.

(I'm using this as my Wednesday Wish List since it should have been on my list a few months ago.)

I've seen these all over Etsy, but actually this was done locally, which makes me feel a little better (buying from a local artist) . For about $30, a custom made sign can easily be yours, just like our new addition.

Weekend Recap: Late Birthdays & Bocce Ball

Today, we got to spend the afternoon with Sam's family. For a late birthday party, everyone decided to come to Salem. We ate (homemade pizza, salad, fruit) and chatted. I also opened some awesome kitchen accessories that I can't wait to use.

Following lunch, we walked over to the park and played some bocce ball - girls vs guys.

After over 20 rounds, the girls pulled it out for the win! Woo!

We had a great time with family & can't wait to get together for Matt's birthday in a few weeks.