Feel Good Friday--the Wedding Addition

It's Feel Good Friday. Stop by Elizabeth's and join the fun.

This week, Feel Good Friday is all about remembering one of the most important day's of our lives--our wedding day.

I married the most wonderful man in the world, September 1997, almost 11 years ago.

We worked together to plan the wedding. Since we lived in Dallas, we had access to some of the most awesome wedding stuff in the nation. The South knows weddings ;)

I had a dress done that mimicked the dress Scarlett O'Hara wore in Gone with the Wind. It was not the sleeveless tulle that was and still is widely popular. It was a lovely raw silk with sleeves, lots of buttons and a very very very large hoop bottom. Totally not the fashion but a total nod to the Southern grace of days gone by.

My theme was white roses--white roses were everywhere. I think they smell beautiful and the church smelled lovely as I walked down the aisle on the white runner we had.

The church was the church I began to attend when I moved to Dallas. I brought Mike to the church and he converted to my religion after a series of classes at the church. Mike admired the pastor who taught the class so much, he asked if he could marry us. He said yes, even though it meant cutting his trip to Europe short. I am forever grateful for that as his sermon at our wedding was awe-inspiring. I had many guests tell me it was the best they ever heard.

I remember being so happy walking down the aisle to join Mike. Mike still talks about the giant smile on my face. I felt like a princess off to meet her price charming.

Our reception was at the Hotel Adolphus, the best hotel in Dallas--I feel the best hotel in the world. We had the most amazing food anyone could ask for. I beyond thrilled we know visit the hotel's restaurant on special anniversaries and can relive the food and thus reliving the night.

The rest I have to say is truly a blur. It is true--your wedding day lasts a blink of an eye. The one thing I remember is the new joy I felt. A joy that continues everyday I look at Mike. I am blessed to have him as a husband.

Feel Good Friday on a Saturday

I'm joining the party at Elizabeth's a little late but it's all good, I hope ;)

This week, I am thankful and feel good because:

I have a roof over my head. Recently I have been dealing with the green eyed monster as I watch friends move up and up while we stay in our same home but ya know, we have a house and this is a blessing :)

My kids are wonderful and loving even if they do have their moments. If they did not have some bad moments, I would never truly appreciate the times they are beyond incredible--does that make any sense?

I finally got my car inspected and its well check complete. They found a few issues covered by the warranty that is about to expire so thank goodness I didn't hold off! Also, I got their wagon as a loaner and I loved it. This SUV mama who never wants a mini-van may be considering that wagon in her future. 

I am staying in a very good shopping budget. I still shop organic and Whole Foods but I am being more and more careful. I have found some great tips here (my tip is on  here if you can find it!) and here. (I am also so happy to have found another Whole Foods fan.)

My husband has offered to get me the 3G iPhone; my iPhone still works but the ringer only works when plugged into our sound system. I am going to hold off as long as possible but it's still nice to know he would do that for me :)

Dino is thriving in the 4 year old summer 'camp' :)

I got to go back to my spinning class after a crappy virus!

And now I hope everyone reading has an incredible, awesome, perfect week ahead!!! The blog world is filled with some of the nicest people I know--and that is something to feel good about :)

Feel Good Friday June 27th

Elizabeth at Mommy Etc. is sharing a positive vibe in the blog world--it's Feel Good Friday :)

Basically, you share some positive things in your life going on right now. She has a linky thing on her site--please drop by and join in if you get a chance. It's always nice to focus on the positives :)

Here are things that make me feel good today:

1. My IPhone is working (so if your cell phone gets thrown in a pool, bathtub or dropped in a puddle, let it sit alone, no  power for two to three days (in a hot car if possible), say a few prayers and hopefully you won't need to buy a new one.)

2. I am finally getting my birthday gift. It's not a the patent leather hot pink like the one that broke my heart, but she's still beautiful:

3. We are having friends over tomorrow for a 'splash-day' ; it's basically a lot of fun water activities like the slip'n'slid, a kiddie pool with ducks, a shaving cream table, sidewalk chalk and water balloons. Don't worry--the iPhone will be out of reach ;)

4. I just made one of my favorite meals.

5. I was able to join Feel Good Friday.

Have a super weekend!