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Friday Sappiness Courtesy of Pinterest

So for months people have been telling me I need to join Pinterest. “Laura, it’s so up your alley.” “You’re going to love it.” etc. etc. I resisted because what self respecting Facebook-quitter replaces it with another social media time sucker?

Well, that was before I checked it out and got sucked into the creative force of good ideas. The funny part about Pinterest is that for the most part you pin the unattainable: you know some Olympian’s 16 pack and that million dollar Pottery Barn kitchen. But what I love most about it is the source it provides of good ideas that you may actually be able to pull off. I’ve found and tried some amazing recipes for my super picky family that are actually healthy. Pinterest ideas inspired a garage clean-up that seriously makes me happy every day. There’s something about the rarity of a clean garage that just makes the Type A in me ridiculously giddy. We’re even fixing up the basement. It’s been a comical project with the hubby since it’s like the blind leading the blind. If DIY Home Improvement had been a school subject, we’d have both failed for sure. But, dare I say, it’s actually looking better? Perhaps there may even be a playroom down there in the future?

I also love the feel good sappiness you can find on Pinterest. Whether it be weight loss inspiration or just plain old romance, I leave feeling inspired with a good dose of the super sweet.

Check out what’s been inspiring me… And if you can stand it, come find me: BetterEvents.

Birthday Cake Balls

Reeses Cake

50 Rules for Dads of Daughters

For all the scrabble addicts out there...

UP costume

Greek Yogurt Covered Strawberries

PBK's Bridgette Fairy Bedroom

Tooth Fairy Door

DIY Basement

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28
Oct 11

One….

Today my heart turns ONE… Why, how did this even happen?

Oh My Bridget, so many things to say, but I just want to leave you with this very important thought: This year you’ve learned to dance, to take steps, to laugh, to talk, to roll, to giggle, to eat, to cry… you’ve learned to write your own song and to make your own dance and all the while I’ve had the privilege to watch your eyes as you discovered things extraordinarily beautiful and extraordinarily terrible. Seeing the world through your bright, blue, brilliant eyes has been nothing sort of miraculous. I hold your first year in my heart as you carry my heart with you.

Happy Birthday, Sweet Peach.

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15
Dec 10

Isn’t She Lovely? – A Post on Thankfulness

So, some of my loyal readers may be wondering where I’ve been the past 7 weeks. I’ve been dying to introduce you to…

Bridget Elizabeth Linder

Born an early riser at 5:58 in the morning, she was 7 precious pounds, 5 1/2 beautiful ounces, and 19 1/2 wonderful inches long. Our girl entered the world – I kid you not – to the sound of Cyndi Lauper’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun.” I still smile when I think that out of the 75 songs and over 4 hours of music on her play-list, that was her birthday background song. As if I needed a reason to love her at first sight.

Well I thank God you came along
But you are the one
I’ve been waiting for today
And here comes the sun

…

I sat beside you and became myself
Today… today

Brand Spankin' New, 10/28/10, Photo by Soraya Hintz

The reason why I've been crying at Father-Daughter dances all season long.... Photo by Better Together Events Amateur Photography Division

2 weeks old, Photo by her Mama

5.5 weeks, Photo by Smitten Mama

First Smile, 6.5 weeks, Photo by Katlyn Cunningham

First Smiles, 6.5 weeks, Photo by Katlyn Cunningham

As I reflect on the last 7 weeks, I am supremely…

Thankful for a healthy baby.

Thankful for everyone who has offered to help us with dishes, dinner, laundry and life in the last 2 months.

Thankful for the people who read my blog.

Thankful for my family – all of them.

Thankful for a husband who after working 80+ hours a week, still wants to wake up and watch the “Bridget Stretch” at 3AM.

Thankful for the occasional bits of sleep I get and for the cries and smiles that wake me up.

Thankful for my understanding clients, their friendship, and the invitation to be a part of their beautiful weddings.

I love you, Bridget Elizabeth. Thanks for making me a Mama.

Blackbird singing in the dead of night
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise

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17
Nov 10

Amazing Proposal Video You Will Love!

This is one of the most amazing proposal videos I’ve ever seen. Enjoy!

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30
Aug 10

A Whole Lot of Love on your Monday!

EN2385

L-O-V-E: Can’t you just feel it? Just one of the many reasons I’m lucky to do what I do…

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10
Jun 10

Anniversary Cake!

So this anniversary I was determined to pull-off a surprise of epic proportions. Too often the people I love miss out on my wedding planner skills because I’m just too tired to think of something creative. I was not going to let my wedding anniversary and the best husband ever get the brush off this year!

So Vanilla Swirl to the rescue! As you can imagine, I’ve sampled quite a bit of wedding cakes over the years. While I haven’t met a cake I haven’t liked, Vanilla Swirl is one of my all-time favorites. I emailed Tina (the owner/pastry chef) to see if she could help me out with my scheming, and she agreed!

I asked her to recreate a mini-version of our wedding cake (below).

As you can see, the design was perfect and spot-on! She even recreated the flavor of our top-tier (marble cake with chocolate ganache filling). Mmmmmm, delicious!

Thanks, Vanilla Swirl!

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8
Jun 10

2 Years Ago Today….

Two years ago today…

I woke up much earlier than I wanted to — the butterflies in my belly simply would not rest!
It was an unseasonably warm and humid 90 degree day, and I had to take a breath and tell myself it would all be ok even when my curls frizzed and my makeup melted. It was. And those fans I bought were clutch. It comes in handy being a wedding planner when you’re the bride.
I had breakfast with my family and got ready with my best friends and family surrounding me. I felt overwhelmed and incredibly grateful for their love and support.
I was a model for the day with my friends, family, and the love of my life.
That moment that people tell you about when you’re nervous but then make eye contact and you relax and forget the rest… it’s true.
I said I wouldn’t cry, but in the end I did…
I danced to Louis and Ella and dreamed a little dream of him. And I got spun to my 1940s/50s loving delight.
We were immersed in love… it’s incredible to be surrounded by all your friends and family in one place.
I danced like I never danced before.
We went away in a horse and carriage, a surprise only one person could pull off.
Despite all the wonder of the evening, it doesn’t nearly compare to our everyday life together playing Wii, dissecting Lost, discussing the merits of the area ice cream joints, arguing over Jeopardy, competing in Fantasy Baseball, and practicing our own version of happily ever after.

Spending my weekends at weddings is a constant reminder of the wonderful emotions and memories of June 8, 2008.

I love you Mitch.

Happy Anniversary.

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30
Apr 10

Happy Friday Courtesy of a Warm and Fuzzy Video

I saw this couple’s “cinema” wedding video on Style Me Pretty earlier this week, and I just had to share! So many things I love about this video from the “first look” moment to the bride’s blue shoes to their visible love for one another. Love!

Golriz + Devon :: Trailer from Jeffrey Holland :: FFDC on Vimeo.

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14
Feb 10

Happy Valentine’s Day!

I hope cupid reached all my readers today!

Here’s a soundtrack for the day…

xoxoxo, Laura

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11
Feb 10

Happy 2/11 from Etsy!

Today is a special day for me. 8 years ago today my husband asked me to go out in a very old-school, chivalric, and just plain romantic fashion. I of course made fun of him because that is my way when I am uncomfortably basking in the warm and fuzzies. 5 years later he returned the favor by mercilessly mocking my response of “of course” to him popping the question. Now, whenever he tells the story, I have to listen to him boastfully telling our friends, “She didn’t just say “yes;” she said “of course.” Despite my complaints, this is just one of his many personality traits that reeled me in.

Anyway, today is a day where I can especially embrace my sappy side and that includes listening to Taylor Swift and browsing on Etsy. Check out SilverMade Studio’s on Etsy for some especially sweet baubles.

Soul Mate Personalized Brass Bangle - $35

Look After My Heart Pendant - $36

Intertwine Sterling Silver Ring and Keychain - $35

Thank you to my wonderful clients – the 2010 couples who are in the last exciting stages and the 2011 ones for the fresh anticipation – for sharing their stories and letting me embrace my sappy side at least a little bit every day.