Busy Little Spoon

Well, hello there! It's been two months today since I've had time enough to even think about our blog. We've had a lot of things happen in 2011 already and I'm going to catch you up on life a Mr. & Mrs. Spoon.

February - I hosted a baby shower for my little sister to celebrate the upcoming birth of her first child and my new nephew. The very same weekend we got a new sister-in-law and step-niece, which was a complete surprise. My brother and his wife were married in Missouri in a private ceremony on Feb 18, 2011. Big Spoon and I were incredibly busy with our jobs. I picked up some freelance work and began a web design class.

March - I painted a mural in my soon-to-be nephew's nursery and on March 31, 2011, we welcomed baby Jayden into the world. I also sold a bunch of left over wedding stuff that month and made back around $200.

April - We purged the house of unwanted/unused items and took a car load full of stuff to Goodwill. My parents came down and helped me strip the kitchen of 16-year-old wallpaper. We painted, hung new curtains and began "refreshing" our home. I picked up another freelance job.

May - Big Spoon left for a five day conference in Canada and his parents came to visit over Memorial Day weekend. I got my portfolio together and went on a job interview (no small task, I assure you).

And here we are in June. Already?! I can't believe it. Big Spoon and I have been married for 8 months, I turn 29 tomorrow and best of all .... I HAVE A NEW JOB!

So, all in all, two months of being busy and not blogging has paid off. I hope to get back in the blogging groove soon, so if you're interested in newlywed life and hopefully a few home decor DIYs, we'll be here!

Home Sweet Home

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!

Big Spoon and I have been MIA lately because I got sent on a last minute business trip a few days before our honeymoon, which we took the week of Thanksgiving. I had planned to finish up and schedule some blog posts for when we were away, but that didn't happen, obviously, thanks to the business trip!

I'm so behind on life now that it isn't even funny. We have so much to share with you! Only three more posts until we finish the budget recaps. Then we'll share our wedding day recaps as well as vendor reviews and a honeymoon recap. But as I said, I'm quite behind and the holidays are coming up. It may be late in December before you see many posts. I'll leave you with one of my favorite pictures from our wedding weekend. This was taken with my little sister's camera by our celebrant's wife.

{This photo is owned by Natosha Benning. All rights reserved. Not for personal use}

200th Post

Happy 200th post to us! Yay!

Look at what came in the mail yesterday! My Our Paloma's Nest ring bowl! It's so cute ... We aren't having a ring bearer, but I've wanted one of these since I first saw them. I began following her on Twitter and she posted a coupon code a few weeks ago. I jumped on the opportunity to have a ring bowl at a discount. It's the most fun opening a package I've ever had! If you can't tell, it says "Big Spoon + Little Spoon, 10.10.10" Sorry, my pictures sucked today. Always in a rush these days!

Bloggy Facelift

Instead of doing important chores on Friday, I decided to finally give our blog a facelift. I kept it clean and simplified the colors used as well as changed the code from a solid line to these dashed lines I'm so fond of. I designed a new header and profile badges (above) for Big Spoon and myself.

I also need to credit the banner picture: it is one of our many gorgeous engagement pictures by the talented Derek Lee. If you are still looking for a photographer, please check out his website! He is a lot of fun to work with. 

Okay, So Forget the Break ... This Is Important

I know I said I was "taking a break" ... I know, hardy har har. Yeah right. I've realized that when you are planning a wedding (especially as far in advance as we are), there is no such thing.

Must.Look.At.Wedding.Porn ......

Here's what's new in our world:

• Big Spoon turned 31 yesterday! Happy Birthday, Big Spoon!

• Today marks the 10th month of togetherness for us!

• I'm signed up with the Unabridged Bride workshop in September and I'm so looking forward to it!

• Lastly, I attended the Elegance Bridal gala on Aug. 13 with my dear friend, flower lady and coordinator JT. We had a blast, won some prizes and I found THE DRESS. Yes, at the show!

Now read my next post for why I have been bawling this afternoon over said dress ...

Break

Little Spoon is going on a wedding planning vacation. There is really nothing else truly pending for us to plan at the moment - we have the big things under control and I need to do some organizing of the household sort.

I won't be blogging until mid-September.

When I get back from my virtual vacation, I will tell you all about how I found THE dress (because I have and I'm going to buy it next month!).

Engaged Nashville

While browsing a few blogs that have left comments on ours, Big Spoon found a local "bridal" event and insisted that I attend. Sponsored by Ashley's Bride Guide and Nashville Bride Sarah Elizabeth, "Engaged Nashville: A Bride's Night Out" took place at the Aloft Hotel in Franklin this past Thursday night.

I had such a wonderful time meeting so many Nashville brides, sharing ideas, learning new things and talking about our weddings! I met several "blogger brides" and Ms. Ashley herself! The event was catered by Down South Delights (super yummy) and featured other key vendors (Simply Stunning Events, Brocade and Donald Yeager Photography.)

It was a refreshing environment: the hotel was chic, the vendors were informative and I especially enjoyed hearing Jessica from Budget Savvy Bride talk about her wedding and tips.

You can find links to all the lovely Nashville bride bloggers in the right hand column.