Flea markets are awesome!

I just picked up this manual typewriter for $20!

Guestbook = done.

Eureka!

I just came across this inspiration board. It's exactly what I've been scouring the internet for over the last 6 months.

I think I've finally settled on a simple centerpiece that I (or my wedding posse) can do without any trouble.

I'm so excited. <3

Maybe the coolest thing ever...

A few years ago, when I lived in Burien, my roomie/big sister Kim took me to the church she was attending in Tacoma. It was called New Song. I remember her telling me that they do a lot of neat things with prayer. I didn't really know what that meant, but I went with her and really enjoyed the vibrant/worshipful atmosphere.

After service she took me up front and asked a couple of girls to pray for my original design. It was a really memorable experience for me. As they prayed they wrote down 5 things that God had showed them about who he designed me to be. So, if you look at my big ugly banner that says "generate" and wonder what that's all about...this is where it comes from.

Here's my list :)

1. A picture of a generator: used to bring life where there has been a lack of life of hope. The Lord will confirm this through people's reactions to you. Pick-pocket: you see life and people with a fresh set of eyes. You pick the "obvious" (to you) things out of a person's pocket to show them hope!

2. Worshipper: He will put a song in your heart! There's a purity to your worship that's unique. Exposes who God is.

3. Instrument of truth and woman of integrity: You are a really good friend because of these qualities. You see a gap in friendship - you stand between them, the two join hands.

4. A heart of prayer: Emotional and physical healing. Something hard breaks because of your prayers.

5. Woman of intuition, wisdom and discernment: Picture of a puzzle - you are able to move things to where they are complete.

Hahahaha.

Melissa, Nate, Me and Angelene.

Waiting for instruction during the civil war square dance we attended last Saturday. I have no words, just giggles.

And this.

Ok. Who wants to make a giant J & V for me?

I love these.

A new favorite.

My mom hosted a party for herself this past Saturday. You see, all of her children have now graduated from high school. She is "done raising children." Her words, not mine. I just rolled my eyes when she said that. The house was jam packed with family and friends. Aunts, Uncles and cousins I haven't seen for years dropped by to say hello and have a hamburger. It was such a good time. I wish I had taken pictures. Unfortunately, I was too happy to think of that. :)

Uncle Butch had all of us cousins gathered around while he told stories about my Grandpa and our Montana family. I don't remember what he was telling us, something to do with my grandpa's tough demeanor and strength. My Aunt Marj piped in to say "Well, my favorite was when Hal was walking around the house grumbling about his skivvies bothering him. Remember? He reached into his pants and ripped them right off his body!"

Tall tale? Somehow, knowing my dad and uncles, I believe every word.