Enjoy the little things...

a walk on the beach

a delicate shell

a beautiful day

a genuine smile

love

sunday morning records

a curious kitty

mouth watering

OMG. Is this for real?

Why haven't I come up with this deliciously simple recipe for guac-bruschetta.

I cannot wait to try this! Possible engagement party app?

Oh and by the way I am planning my, or should I say our, engagement party.
Lots to think about and do.
Thank goodness I have uber-talented friends and the bestest fiance to help me!

silly

How can you resist silly little legs in yellow pants? You can't. 

source. 

Rad Bag

Gyro Bag by R6. Delightfully simple.

Found on http://www.selectism.com/

pretty

Stunning hair style found on Carter and Cook. Wow.

Yes.

Saturday October 23rd, 2010...I woke up early on Saturday to work at the Nixon Sample Sale.  It was my first one and I was shocked to see the line in the parking lot.  There was a buzz of excitement as everyone sifted through the product and I got a few great deals myself. After mingling with friends and heading home Jerome and I made plans to eat a late breakfast at Beach Grass Cafe. They never fail to dazzle us with deliciousness, specifically the house turkey hash stocked with breakfast potatoes, fresh roasted turkey, rosemary and green onions. yum.  After a wonderful meal, without a cloud in the sky, we decided to take advantage of the beautiful weather and hike through San Elijo Lagoon, a nature reserve we hadn't been to in almost 5 years.  As we were walking I pointed out the bunches of ducks swimming and playing and we stopped to watch fish jumping in the water. I know, it sounds surreal, but the day really was that incredible.  Making our way to the natural caves we squeezed through the passages and found ourselves at the top of a hill. Looking out onto the lagoon I suddenly realized and blurted out "This is the place I first said 'I love you'" and as we hugged he reached down into his pocket and pulled out a miniature Tiffany's satchel that held the most beautiful ring I could ever imagine.  Jerome pulled out the ring, got down on one knee and expressed his love for me and his dream for us. It was unexpected, beautiful, perfectly executed and so us. so. us.

There was no way to prepare for the excitement that a simple piece of jewelry could bring. Ok, it of course isn't just the ring that changes everything but somehow it feels like it is. As if we had been cruising along, in love and committed, and then this ring appeared and it all became real. I cannot use enough emphasis in these words to express my excitement.

YES Jerome! YES. YES. YES. I am honored to be your fiancée and love you with all of my heart.