The Big Day

It's finally here! I can't believe it! We've worked so hard this week. I plan on resting this morning as much as possible. We've worked at the cabin for two days straight - 12 hour days! My body aches but it is going to be so worth it! It is turning out beautiful and the weather is going to be perfect!
The rehearsal went very well last night and the food was excellent!!! Everyone had a really great time. Mr. Earl and Ragen gave very heartwarming speeches; which made me cry of course and then the flood gates really opened when Brett and I said something! The picture video was excellent. I have to remember to get the DVD from mama.
Going to have my hair put up with the veil at 1:00 and then off to the cabin at 2:00 to finished getting ready. Pictures start at 3:00 for a very long afternoon. I can't wait!!!

Four more days!!!!

Countdown is on. Brett and I have been really busy - last minute errands and pulling all the loose ends together. Our moms have been really busy too making sure that everything is set and will run smoothly.
Today is my last day at work. Melissa and I went to Wal-Mart again during lunch ~ that made twice today! I had to pick up one thing for Brett but stood and thought if there would be anything else we would need before I left Hinesville today since I don't plan on being back in a Wal-Mart until after the honeymoon! 8)
There are still a few small things to do tonight and then all day at the cabin tomorrow to decorate. I can't believe it's already here. Still praying for no rain - at this time the forecast looks great!!!

ONE Week to Go!!

Brett and I went to the drive in last night in Jesup. We got lucky and it only rained between the two movies. We didn't get home and in the bed until 2:00 though. Boy were we tired!!! We slept in today and then he got up and picked up limbs, intending on mowing the yard but of course it started to rain again. I was inside cleaning and washing clothes. Since the rain did not seem to be letting up we decided to go to Hilton Head to do some last minute shopping for the honeymoon and have dinner. Great deals at the outlet malls!!! We got home to find a small water mocasson on the back porch. It was creeping up the wall. Brett did not see it until I frantically kept pointing it out! It doesn't have a head now! The only good snake is a dead one!!!
Well, off to rest. Tomorrow we plan on the going to cabin if the weather permits to do a little cleaning.

Thank you's

I just finished the last set of thank you notes for now. I've been writing since about 8:00. Brett has promised to rub my hands and my back! It has been such a very long week. It is only Wednesday night but feels like it should be Friday. We are still praying for NO NO NO RAIN!!! Everyone say prayers and keep your fingers crossed!

Hair Day

Well after about freezing today at field day I had my hair appointment for a cut and highlights. Sandy did a trial run with my hair and it turned out great! Although the weather was not cooperating today for some pictures outside in my dress. Melissa and I are going to see what the weather looks like this weekend and maybe get some then.
The forcast is looking like rain for a while. I know that we need it but please take a break next weekend. We need pretty weather for pictures and the ceremony!!!

Weekend Comes to an End - 13 MORE DAYS!

Last night we had the last party. My family really knows how to through one! We got back home around midnight. The food was excellent, the mingling was fun, and the gifts were great!!! It was sad coming home though. It was like Brett and I both looked at the sunroom window to see if our four legged friend was waiting patiently for us like she always did. I had to stop myself from saying "Darcy is going to be so excited that we are home." It's so hard. :(
I went through our gifts this morning while daddy and Brett went to play golf. Then mama and I went to a baby shower before going to Shellman's Bluff to eat with Judge Rahn. He is performing the ceremony and wanted to go over details with us.

Well....off to watch Desperate Housewives. Then bedtime. Busy week ahead - let's hope it goes by quickly!!!

Saturday Luncheon

Today I slept in a little and then got ready for the Bridesmaids Luncheon. It was at the Summer House in Reidsville. The food was very good!!! I will definately be going back there to eat. Too bad they are only open for lunch then Friday and Saturday nights. The girls loved their gifts. The big day is really getting close. Afterwards; mama, Mrs. Faye, and Ragen came back to the house and we decided on the accessories for my dress. Mrs. Faye brought some other gifts from friends in Rincon. I got my UGA Arthur Court Chip & Dip bowl!!! yeah!!

Brett and I have just finished doing some things in the yard and washing the cars. Can you say dirty? I walked around the yard to water the ferns and kept thinking that Darcy should be jumping out of a shrub at any minute. It's hard to to catch myself thinking about her very often. It's hard to to picture her looking up at my patiently for her treats that she loved so much. I cried again last night just thinking if there was anything that I could have done to still have her here with us.

I am about to rest for a bit before getting ready for our last cookout. It's tonight at my aunt's house around the pool - a mexican fiesta!!

Thank you friends

Everyone has been so nice today at school. It's like a member of my family has passed away. Everyone knew how much Darcy meant to me. Thanks for the emails, cards, and special words. They've all helped so much!! Knowing she is in puppy heaven chasing a squirrel or lizard brings a smile to my face.
It was hard leaving the house this morning. I found myself walking around quietly as I try to do now that Brett and Darcy would sleep later. I was thinking not to wake them but remembered Darcy wasn't there. It's going to be hard to walk into the house and not have her run up to me, jumping on my leg, tail wagging. Bye dear friend.

On another note....my fourth trip to Statesboro today for a dress fitting - my dress finally fit PERFECTLY!!! Can't gain a pound or loose any!

Bye Little Darcy

Eight years ago the week before Mother's Day a friend brought me a little black and tan dachsund. She was so small but cute and wanted to get into everything. I wasn't sure about having a dog, especially inside but I said I'd try it out. My friend's grandmother could no longer keep her and they knew that I was going through a very hard break-up with an ex-boyfriend.

Darcy soon became girl's best friend! She always greated me each day and cuddled with me on the sofa each night. She pouted when I'd leave. She was a constant brightness and a great room-mate. I've often felt like Darcy was my child because she loved me unconditionally, looked for things to get into and when in trouble would be defiant but still loving. She's always had a way about her. Wanting to follow me around the house, always by my side being my friend and there when I needed her. She helped me through tough times.

Well last year along came Brett and Darcy warmed up to him instantly. She loved him as much as she loved me and was always excited when he walked in the door each day. Brett soon warmed up to her too and feel in love with her as well. It's like she knew that I'd found someone that would take care of me and watch over me the way she did and now she could leave me knowing that I'd be okay.

The house is so empty with her not here. I'll miss her looking sadly at me as I leave in the mornings, her prissy dance as I get home every afternoon, and a night as I relax on the sofa as she would always cuddle up in the blanket with me. She's now resting in her favorite flower bed. I know that she is in puppy heaven chasing squirrels and lizards. I want to think that Darcy was my angel sent to always make me smile. She was a bright spot in my life and will always have a big place in my heart. I'll miss her everyday.

Just a day around the house....

I am feeling much better. Not as much coughing, although the meds are making me tired. I helped mama snap beans today after she picked them and then came home for a nap. I had intended on going to Savannah to do a little honeymoon shopping but just didn't feel like driving.

I did go out in the backyard and get some pics of the little lambs. They are just so cute. Eating their way through the pasture and bahhing every other second. Darcy still has not gotten used to them and refuses to walk towards the field with me.

Later on I decided to ride to town to get dinner at the Dairy Queen because I am taking a break from cooking since Brett isn't here. I took Darcy with me since she loves to go for rides in the car. When I went through the drive through she made new friends and got a free icecream cup out of the trip!!! I let her enjoy some of the trip while we waited on the food and saved the rest for when we got back home. I saw Matthew with his grandparents waiting for their to go orders. Must be a night for the DQ!!

Now Darcy is napping with her belly full and I am about to watch Bride Wars!

So tired of being sick!

I really wished I felt better. This stinks even more now that I am home alone for the weekend. Mama and I had planned a day in Hilton Head on Saturday and now that's not going to happen. It was nice sleeping in this morning even though I was up most of the night coughing. I left Darcy out only for her to wake me later barking furiously on the back porch. She had found a very large bullfrog in one of my potted plants. Torn pieces of my plant were all over the back porch along with foam and slobber from where the bullfrog attempted to get away from Darcy. I had to clean were off and bring her inside before anymore damage was done to the porch. Brett had to bathe her before leaving. He went to town and picked us up some lunch. I certianly did not feel like cooking. I guess I off the hook with that for a couple of days with him gone. Brett left today around 2:00. We've talked briefly since he left - meaning the guys in the background were hurrying him off of the phone. Already bored ....patiently waiting for Grey's Anatomy to come on.

Sick.....

Oh well.....I knew I was exhausted and didn't feel good but never would have thought I had walking pheumonia!! This is all I need with the wedding plans. Well, I guess since I am cooped up inside I will have plenty of time to write out thank you notes. So glad it is a "rest up" weekend. Brett leaves tomorrow afternoon for a weekend in Charleston with the guys. I had planned on resting, maybe a little of shopping, and a girls night at the movies. Oh well.....I guess it will be just the resting!

Twenty Five Days and Counting

Today started out with me not wanting to get up! I've had a sore throat and cough for two weeks. This allergy season is killing me. Thank the Lord for the rain so maybe it will wash the pollen away. I broke a shoe at work today so I had to leave and go buy something I could walk in without breaking my leg. Hopefully I can have the broken one repaired. But the good thing....I found some turquoise sandals - like I need anymore shoes.
Well, we only have 25 more days. I decided to put off the thank you notes tonight and give my hand a break. I cooked dinner and then Brett and I just relaxed. I've gone over everything I need to get done between now and the wedding and put it all on a calendar spreading it over the next three weeks. We've got a lot to do but nothing that can be done at the moment. We have one more party plus the bridesmaid's luncheon next weekend. We are also set to meet with Judge Rahn to go over the ceremony. Melissa got some of mine and Brett's pictures of us growing up. She is going to scrap some for me. Can't wait to see those.

Three Showers this Weekend!

Mama and I went to Statesboro Friday afternoon for the second fitting of my dress. It is still too big and they are taking up some more. I guess that is a good thing!!! We will be going back next Friday to hopefully pick them up.

Saturday morning we had an early miscellaneous shower at the church. We got so many great things! And the breakfast was delicious!!! Afterwards, I was able to come home to relax a while before the couples cookout in Claxton.
Deanna and Ed helped to host the luau at their house in Claxton. The party was great! It was so nice seeing so many of my high school and college friends. The dinner was wonderful and we sat around the pool for dinner. Brett and I didn't get home until midnight. We promised that we would all be getting together for another couples night soon after the wedding.

Brett had to go into the office today. He did not like the fact that he had to get up at 6:30 this morning. I relaxed in bed and watched an old movie before getting dressed to got to Rincon for our third shower for the weekend. The ladies at Mrs. Faye's school hosted a miscellaneous shower.

Now it's off to write at least 100 thank you notes from the weekend parties!