Here are some of my favorite shots of Jay and I from our wedding day. Our photographer was seriously awesome, I would recommend her to anyone and can’t stop raving about how beautiful these photos came out.
I can’t say it enough, thank you to everyone who made our day so wonderful. We love you all so much!
xo – j
One year ago today we got approved for our house in the afternoon and engaged in the evening. It was a big day, huge day actually! Not only did we finally find the place we wanted to live and on the path to purchasing it, but we were also getting married! Now, two months from yesterday, we will be at our wedding, it’s wild.
A lot has changed in the past year, but I wouldn’t change it. I still can’t believe the wedding is only 2 months away…ah so much to do!
xo – J
Pictures from the past week(ish)…
(A little wedding preview below, our cake toppers came and we got our wedding bands!)
(and of course celebrated getting the bands)
(i’ve been doing gluten free this week, so i made sure to have my fill before i started! cake from my cousin and i made croissants this weekend)
(zucchini pasta with gfree chicken pesto meatballs…mmm. jay refused to eat it since it wasn’t real pasta…ay! got the wonderful idea/recipe from my love ashley)
(a lazy snuggle with my main man)
xo-j
As the big day comes closer (73 days omg!) I have been obsessing (ugh yes, obsessing) over my skin, face, hair, and body. For this one day you truly want to be perfect, which of course, doesn’t come naturally for anyone and makes you feel kinda awful.
I’ve had a bit of skin trouble lately on my face, most likely due to stress, and anyone who knows me knows I have had a lot bigger skin trouble in my past everywhere, but lately just some spots on my face that are really troubling me…
Anyways, all this leads to two things:
1. Lisa Eldridge is this amazing make up artist who I am now in love with. I have watched all her videos and have learned so much about makeup, skincare, and she gives an overall positive vibe to everyone being beautiful, and when you aren’t how to fix it. Check her out:
http://www.lisaeldridge.com/video/
2. The realization that I am never going to have perfect skin, but that it is going to be ok. Spending time with my friends last weekend made me realize how unbelievably lucky I am to have such loving people around me all the time, and being surrounded by my own group of beautiful girls who are all so positive made me feel better about myself for this upcoming day where everyone is going to be staring right at me (oh, and Jay too, whoops).
Not a typical post of mine, I know, but this is what’s going on with me today!
xo – J
Well, I’m back from Miami, and it’s hard to be home in the cold! It was such a fantastic trip filled with best friends, an insane amount of drinks, the beautiful ocean, hot weather, delicious food, and so much love. I honestly don’t know how I got so lucky to have these 7 girls in my life.
We spent our first day at the beach swimming and tanning, and that night at Story, which is hands down the craziest club I have ever been to! We met this awesome promoter on the beach who got us in VIP and it’s a bit blurry from there! (Adie, you are a trooper and my life savor!)
Friday we were at the beach and then (yay!) everyone was finally all together.
Saturday was definitely one of my favorite days of all time. The girls rented a cabana and Fontainebleau for the day, which is the most beautiful hotel I have ever seen. The cabana was right by one of the pools, there was a pool party, amazing service, celebs, and everything you could possibly think of to have the perfect day in Miami.
We all had a bit of a freak out when we saw Anne Hathaway. Normally I can keep my cool, celebs came in and out of Rolling Stone all the time…and I have been pretty adamant on disliking her, but she was so beautiful in person, and really friendly. My mind has been changed!
I have to say the biggest thank you to this little babe above. Kate, you did the most amazing job organizing and planning this weekend. It was such a blast! I love you unconditionally and can’t wait to see you again so soon. xo.
Now, let’s get warm up here Massachusetts, I can’t take this winter much longer.
xo-j
As this posts, I will be in Miami bachloretting with my girls! I am so thankful to have such wonderful friends who were willing to take time off work, buy flights (and my flight), and spend time celebrating all together! I love you all so much ❤
I didn’t want to head down without giving them something, even though it is small, I thought I would make a mini survival kit.
I Included:
Shout Wipes
Ponds Makeup Remover Wipes
Band-Aids
Advil
Gum
Tissues
Fun Matching Sunglasses
I put all the items in these cute colored bags I bought, rolled them up, and packed them away to give to each of them at the hotel.
Of course you could do this with makeup bags, and all different items, but I thought it was a cute idea to share, and hopefully comes in handy for each of them throughout our trip.
xo – J
This weekend we were in Chesapeake City to see one of my closest friends in the world get married. They were calling for rain but we got lovely sunshine! She looked absolutely perfect! There couldn’t have been a more wonderful day to see her marry her best friend.
It’s hard when you’re in the wedding to take pictures, but as soon as the professional ones come in, I’ll be sure to post them. Here are some of the ones I have…
I can’t wait to share more pictures of the beautiful venue, flowers, friends, and family who were at the wedding. Getting to spend time surrounded by all your best friends, have a professional do your hair and makeup, and seeing a happy couple take this big step is a pretty good weekend in my book!
Rondo spent the weekend with parents at home loving life. He got to go on long walks, get totally completely spoiled by my Mom, snuggle in a big house, and enjoy the grass. Thank you again M&D for taking him, and more importantly, taking care of Jay and I on Sunday when we were a little worse for wear…what would I do without you two?
Last night Jay and I went to see Frightened Rabbit (one of my favs) at Bowery Ballroom. We were both pretty tired, but made sure to get our act together for this show. Two encores! It was totally worth feeling a little groggy this morning. Plus, we only drank water last night which definitely helped!
forEVR and always 