A quick trip to the bay

For my birthday, Julian and I decided to take a drive to Bodega Bay this past saturday. We were hoping for some tidepools but had no luck finding any. We did have a good time...just being near the ocean is good enough for me..

Pictures from my latest shoot with Brit..

I took the studio muslin and one of the photo lights home from work on friday. Brit came over and we had a night of photography fun! I took over 300 pictures of her and got some GREAT shots. Some of my pictures have bad hot spots from the light on her face but oh well....Im still learning! Ash you wanted to see pics....here ya go!

Need a good laugh? Watch this...

I almost feel bad for posting this as I know Julian would be SUPER embarrassed but its just too funny not to share....

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Wedding Dress

So, because my Fiance doesnt know I have a blog..I fugured it would be safe to post pictures of me in my wedding dress! In total I probably tried on about 15 dresses and all the styles I really liked just didnt do anything for me. I decided to try on a dress that was opposite of what I (thought) I wanted. Turns out....it was THE dress!

Here it is...

Also pictured is my cousin Nicole modeling the bridesmaid dresses. The color looks dark but its not...its kind of a soft steel blue? lol I cant describe it better than that...

Out of respect for Julian's church and family, Ive decided I will wear a removable halter strap for the ceremony. My moms good friend is a seamstress and will be making it for me :) So..the pic below is what it will kinda look like..

Wordless Wednesday

Leaping Jag

Mini Vent Session..

This past weekend my cousin Nicole came to visit and to join my mom, Julian and myself at the big bridal show at Cal Expo on Sunday. It was PACKED....but I did get some good brochures for vender's I still need. Anywho..

After the Expo I had Nicole snap a few pictures of Julian and I in hopes of a good pic for our Save-The-Date cards. We ended up with a mess of silly pictures...but there were a few good ones that I really really liked.

Yesterday at work I was flipping through them on my computer so I could email one to my mom when a co-worker asked what they were for/from. I explained that they were maybe going on my save the date card for my wedding. He then...WITHOUT me asking...gave his opinion. Which of course, was negative....saying it looked like a "tangled mess of arms and legs" and "you look awkward and your arm doesnt look like it belongs to you" WOW...really? Thanks....

He was DEAD serious too. Why is it that people feel the need to tell me negative things? I realize that maybe he didnt mean to be rude but I dont care....it WAS rude. It would have maybe been different if I asked for his opinion. Ive heard some pretty negative things since Ive been engaged and it blows. Please someone tell me this is normal? Ugh..

Here is one of the pics I liked....but now wont be using....

My favorite "couples" pics of 2008

September 26th 2009

Is our Wedding Date! Yup.....just about 9 months away and counting. Now, dont get any ideas ;0 The 9 month time line is just a coincidence! My Fiance and I are happily abstinent!

Anywho...
Im starting to feel the stress of planning already BUT Id like to think Im still on top of things, regardless.

I have my dress and veil paid for and on its way, the bridesmaid dresses are picked out and ready to be ordered, The church is set for the 25th and 26th, I have a cake appointment at Ricks Dessert Diner next tuesday (Ree you coming still?), a call into The Hilton for a possible reception site, my DJ is picked out...I just need to call him today and FINALLY...our pre-marital classes start Feb. 5 and let me tell ya....both of us are less than thrilled to have to go to class lol Im sure it will be interesting to say the least :) OH and the most important thing...one food item we will be serving for sure is Cabbage Rolls........yes...take it in....apparently you cant have a wedding without them. I was informed this wonderful information by Julians mother...who of course, will be making these unpleasant delights lol It makes me laugh just thinking about her serving our guests cabbage rolls so much that Im actually cool with it. How funny (and odd,yes) will that be? Im sure Im up for more surprises down the road but I dont care....they'll just make for an even more memorable and unique wedding :)