New Inspiration Find

So, as you can tell, I get extremely bored while just sitting here on my couch, praying that at some point in the day I'll feel better. Anyway, I was checking out my favorite blogs this morning and found this amazing photographer - Max Wanger! He captured this couple's day perfectly. It seems that everything about this wedding day fit together effortlessly - weddings can be whatever you want them to be, as this couple proves, ladies you don't even have to go for the traditional white dress if you don't feel like it's you. I thought I'd share these, and you can connect to Max's blog down under 'Blogs We Love.'

I also was up late last night, about 2:30 a.m., and I unfortunately saw the first episode of this season's 'For the Love of Ray J.' First of all, he gives all of the girls nicknames - why? I think it's because he doesn't want to remember real names and get to attached - lame-o. The other thing is when did these girls decide that the way to get a man is to lose all of your self-respect? But, I guess that went out the window when they made the choice to compete for the love of a man who didn't stay with the woman he chose in the first season of the show. The thing I hate the most is that now I'm interested and will probably end up watching the rest of it - blah!

I also saw a commercial for the winter Olympics yesterday - it made me cry, and they haven't even started yet. I'm a sucker for Olympic montages - well, montages in general. 99 days to Vancouver!

Minted & Inspiration

I was going through my blog roll today and went to one of my favorites, All Things Lovely, and saw that one of their contributors had designed a birthday card for the Minted challenge - a fabulous card design company, everything from baby announcements to stationary. I think it's so wonderful that we can have these adorable designs at our fingertips. Pick your card, upload your picture and personalize. They even add in envelopes and return address labels if you want. I had a blast exploring the site, I added in a picture I took of my brother-in-law Scott and made a graduation announcement - it's a wonderful alternative to sending out the same cards as someone else - they're beautiful and fully customizable, you can even change the font. So, if you're looking for a fun Christmas card or a baby announcement, you can check out this site - I'm so excited to have a reason to utilize their services!

A few samples..

I also love Our Labor of Love Photography! I'm constantly obsessed with their wedding shoots - they are so unique and fun. I have two weddings booked for the spring and I fully intend on channeling this amazing husband-and-wife team. I only hope that my photos turn out as beautiful as theirs. Here's a taste of the awesomeness - to view this entire event head to the OLOL blog!

We also want to send a shout out to our good friend Justin - he reported to the Missionary Training Center today. He will be serving in the Atlanta, Georgia mission - we wish him the best!

Don't Come to Our House

Well, wouldn't  you stay away? Good news though, I don't have the Swine Flu, even though my mother taunted me about it the entire time I was at the instacare tonight. I have bronchitis, with a tiny bit of ear infection thrown into the mix. Bless my husband's heart, he has been sooo patient with me. I hate being sick, who doesn't, but I tend to get mad. It totally inconveniences everyone - I was telling mom that being sick as a kid is so different than being sick as an adult. When you're a kid you can stay home from school and it doesn't make much difference, but I have to miss out on this cute boy...

and the guys that count on my at the newspaper. So, with antibiotics, Mucinex and a lot of cough medicine, let's hope that Erin can get better real soon! But, until then, don't come to our house - not only because I'm sick, but because it also looks disgusting.
How I keep myself entertained...

So, for all of you out there with a cold season style-cramper, I feel for you - I'm right there with you!
Happy November, listen to some Christmas music people!

Josh as Handy Manny!

We got to hang out with Josh and his mom & dad, Amanda & Mike, last Friday at the MASA Halloween Carnival. I'm so in awe over Josh's little tool belt, Amanda made it (I really can't even imagine how to start that). He looked so cute in his boots - you could tell he was having a good time. Amanda has been so patient with me this Fall when it comes to being sick, I'm so grateful that she understands - I just don't want to get her cute family sick. Stay tuned for their family portraits.

For those of you who don't know who Handy Manny is here you go, he's on the Disney channel.

It was such a fun Halloween - and I can't tell you how excited I am that it's November! Mom & I started listening to Christmas music this weekend! Bring on Thanksgiving and Christmas!

Now let's hope that I get over this cold soon! It's no fun being sick - I'm feeling pretty helpless and sooo bored!

Halloween at Mom's House!

Matt & I spent Halloween at mom & dad's house! I wore my Gertrude costume, Jill was Minnie Mouse, Diane wore her poodle skirt and Allie was a candy striper (follow the link if you don't know what that is). We had so much fun, ate too much and got to catch up with old friends! Scott & Courtney Huish came over with their adorable son Sam - it was great to see him in his kung-fu costume! Bart, Colleen, Ken & Pam all came over as usual for mom's annual Halloween shindig. The food was scrumptious & the company was even better!

Our neighbors Dave & Carson!

I have to say that my parents are hilarious! Best picture of the night!