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Oppsss... How did last week (and now this week) sneak away from me?

Last week was a great week! Todd and I got away just the TWO of us just for a few days, but it was so needed. I'm not sure the last time we've done that... ok, yeah I do! It was back in October for ONE night because I had an engagement photo shoot over in Grand Haven. Before that one? It was pre-baby! Aghh... Haha! Boy how kids change your life huh?! I honestly don't know how people do it with more than one... my one is a handful and I find myself being exhausted by the end of the day and wishing there was more hours to the day. They go by so fast... which is why I sometimes feel so overwhelmed with things on my "to-do" lists. One thing will get crossed off, but three things will be added to it. It's a never ending battle!

But last week, Todd and I snuck away for a few days, while the dog watched Jackson. That's ok right?! Kidding! I know better than that. But we LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE a place up north that we used to always go to...Traverse City, Michigan AKA: Best place on earth. It's so beautiful, quiet yet still things to do, great places to eat, great places to stay, just an all around great and wonderful place to be! I envy those who live up there, but if I wonder if it would be the same if I lived there... I doubt it, it's so beautiful it's hard not to love this place.

We will be heading to Indiana tomorrow for a quick visit to my family, but will be back in action next week. I'm so excited we are getting closer to the warmer weather... only a few more WEEKS! Remember last year when next week it would have been 60 degrees? I don't think that's going to happen this year, but sure was a great memory!

Have a great weekend!

Happy (Day Late) Valentine's!

Does everyone else have a chocolate hangover?

I sure do, but not on purpose. I don't even eat much candy, but yesterday I spent a good portion of the day trying to make a REALLY good chocolate chip cookie for my husband, who REALLY likes them. I had made some before that were REALLY good, but what did I do? I tried to make "that" version of cookie, but more... (gasp) HEALTHY!

I know... I know... I know... I totally messed up! But it's in my nature to try and think about how I can make a REALLY bad thing into a NOT-SO bad thing. I mean cookies are really yummy, but let's face it, they aren't the best thing for you, right?!

Well needless to say, I messed up completely and the Valentine's Day cookie was more like a ball of goop! I guess that's what I get for putting mashed avocado in place of butter. Haha! But I guess I didn't feel as bad when Jackson ate one and Todd spit one out. At least they someone likes my cooking.

It was the thought that counts right? I'll keep telling myself that...

Happy Valentine's Day from us over here... We hope your day was wonderful and less chocolate than we had... Haha!

Matt & Amy :: Wedding

Anyone else a big runner?

I know I sure am... well any kind of exercise and I am. Lately, I've been waking up at 5am in order to get at least an hour on the treadmill before I start my day. It also gives me some time to have for myself, which is rare to come these days.

A few years back, I assisted a track team and Matt was in charge of this track team. It was a ton of fun and the kids were awesome! I was always involved in soccer, so running came pretty natural to me... especially long distance, which is what I helped with. Matt met a girl named Amy, who is not a runner, but sure looks like one and Amy instantly became Matt's biggest cheerleader. She is absolutely perfect for him and the minute I met her, I knew it! Amy is the most thoughtful, sweet, caring woman around... she is incredible and I'm so happy the two met and fell in love! Their wedding was so full of love, friendship, personality, laughter... it was such a fun day and it was an honor to be a part of it!

Congratulations you guys... we loved being a part!

Check out a few of my favorites from their day....

Dress: David's Bridal
Shoes: Reebok
Church: Oakland Hills Community Church
Reception Hall: Highland Park Baptist Church







Smartest Bride EVER...





For all you men reading this, this is what it's like for a woman to get ready for her wedding...



Amy was STUNNING...





Loved all of her girls...



Matt and his many guys were awesome...



Their ceremony was so cute... especially, these twins...





So excited...









Love this moment after the kiss...



And this one... Matt being a runner, they ran down the aisle, sweatband and tennis shoes... LOVE THAT!







Such a fun group...





Adorable...



One of my favorites...



Beautiful Cake...


Beautiful Reception...











Happy Friday!