Saturday, May 21, 2011

Every Good Hostess Needs Them, But Does She Have Them?

LINEN NAPKINS!

I got a new white set today as another wedding gift. Our friends and family have already been so generous in showering us with gifts and we are so excited about all our new things. Thank you, Sharon Hopkins, for such a nice surprise. I will us them and think of you always!


I haven't gotten a good picture of the linens yet, but you can view them on the Pottery Barn website here.

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Our First Vacation!

So, since we started dating there hasn't been much time to take off and get out of town. With work and so many social obligations that come with a new relationship and especially an engagement our calendars have remained booked. ...and with much joy might I add, but this past weekend we got to do one of the things we've been wanting to do! We got to spend a full 72 hours together, uninterrupted, just enjoying each others company. We took off Saturday evening headed to Atlanta for a quick, but glorious two and one half days of fun and relaxation!

On Our Way!

Day 2 was highlighted by an all day trip to Six Flags. It was a little chilly and there were plenty of clouds, but we brought along our own "sunshine" and made it a great day! It's unfortunate that we didn't get any pictures after riding Thunder River and the Log Ride because we were two little drowned rats.

  
Riding the Swings!

That evening we decided to get ready to go to dinner, but after leaving the hotel thought that it would be more fun to rent movies and eat Sonic in our room. So that's what we did! ...and we enjoyed every second.

As day 3 began, it was time to head to the Georgia Aquarium. WHAT an experience if you've never done it!

Sitting in front of the 6 million gallon fish tank!

All in all, the only thing that could have made our first vacation better was if it had been longer. The honeymoon can't get here fast enough!!

Heading Home!

Monday, May 9, 2011

Our First Wedding Gifts!

We got our first wedding gifts today! SO exciting!!

Monogrammed Napkins

...and

Monogrammed Nightlight

Thank you, Mark and Dana Whitlock, for such a lovely gift! It is so exciting to see our monogram on something. It just makes it all feel so real!  These will definitely be put to good use. :)

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Wedding Locations!

We're going to look at possible sites for the ceremony and reception today. Just me and my sweet mom! Our first appointment is at Magnolia Springs in Helena. From there we'll be heading down 280 to tour The White House at Westover. Hoping to end our day at Swann Lake Stables in Birmingham.

Stay tuned for pics and opinions of each!

Yippee!