Instafriday

hi everyone! hope you had another great week. it's that time again for instafriday.

i've really been enjoying the time off i've had before starting grad school back up again.

so here's my week!

made some cute new coasters! (in the shop)

ready to go on date night. i got to wear my new skirt!

our christmas lights before we took them down. i was sad to see them go...

the yummy salsa at pappasito's on date night. o how i love this stuff. i can make a whole meal out of it.

my sweet pup sleeping the day away

mmm, some coffee beans just before being ground. it's one of my favorite smells.

little lucy learned how to get up on the couch by herself this week.

i think she's a little TOO good at it, but i love her.

i pulled out the valentine's mug. i know it's still early, but it helps me not be so sad about the christmas decorations going away :)

riding in the car going to get einstein bros. for breakfast

so yummy, the asiago bagel is the best!

bentley and i hangin out...we do this alot. ha

jerry and i cooked dinner together one night. i love doing that. my job was garlic bread.

for dessert, we had peppermint icecream. if you haven't tried this, you need to asap!

we grabbed lunch at sam's while doing some shopping. it's a hobby of ours to go look around and taste the samples. we came home with some spinach artichoke dip and white queso....

and i also found all of these wonderful new books there too. i started the secret garden and already love it.

happy weekend!

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The Weekend

This past weekend, Jerry and I had our 1st anniversary, so we ate some of this...

...no, it was not frozen. We had the guy that made our cake for our wedding make us a fresh one! Such a great idea, highly recommend it!

We spent one day in Canton, TX shopping, eating and having fun. I found these lovely items...

an antique wash table! So cute! I love it, I love it, I love it!

some vintage tablecloths

this beautiful antique sofa table (sorry for the mess, my nieces are visiting...)

and this super cute vintage feed-sack apron! I think it's my new favorite!

We had a really fun weekend of spending time together, remembering our special day and envisioning more years to come!

Part of that being that ......

We're buying a house!!

We are in the process right now and couldn't be more excited about it!



Anniversary

                   It's our 1st anniversary today, so here's a video of our wedding!

                               

Angel... from Wink & a Smile on Vimeo.

 

I {Heart} My Hubby

To my husband,

I love you...

I love how you sweetly come say bye to me in the mornings when you leave for work, even though you KNOW I won't remember later since I'm half asleep.

I love how you always tell me I'm beautiful.

I love how on my birthday, you always get me exactly what I want.

I love how you keep me calm.

I love how you take care of me.

I love how you laugh at my jokes.

I love how you help me rearrange furniture every time I get bored with how it was before.

I love our trips to get frozen yogurt.

I love that we never get tired of being together.

I love living life with you.

Top Ten Items for Newlyweds

Today I'm sharing with you my top ten items that Jerry and I have LOVED since being newlyweds. We were extremely blessed when we got married, and there are a few items that we use all the time!

Here they are...

1. Chenille Throw

Restoration Hardware

We have this throw on the end of our bed and it pretty much gets used daily. So soft and comfy!

2. Kitchen Timer

Anthropologie

We have this timer on our fridge and it's always used while we cook...it looks super cute too! ;)

3. Electric Mixer

Williams-Sonoma

I use my kitchen mixer A LOT, especially to make pizza crust.

4. Organic Flour Sack Dish Towels

Williams-Sonoma

These dish towels are AMAZING! They absorb moisture so well and super soft and gentle.

5. Egg Crate

Anthropologie

This egg crate keeps our eggs safe and pretty inside our fridge.

6. Le Creuset Grill Pan

Williams-Sonoma

We use this grill pan for everything! Chicken, bacon, bread, and lots of other yummy things get cooked in here!

7. "All Out Of" Magnetic Pad

Anthropologie

This notepad is so convenient to just mark off when you're out of something!

8. Canon T2i Rebel

We have adored our camera and take it everywhere we go!

9. Set of 10 Glass Mixing Bowls

Williams-Sonoma

This set of mixing bowls has every size you need and are so convenient while cooking!

10. Caldrea Countertop Cleaner

Target



This countertop cleaner clean so well and leaves your kitchen smelling lovely!

Melt Down Cured With Ice Cream

So last night, I had a melt down. No, it was not a huge dramatic thing, but there were a few tears. Nobody ever said that this wife thing would be easy, and I never expected it to be. But, I did put unrealistic expectations on myself to do it perfectly. I felt like part of being a good wife was always keeping the house spotless, having the laundry done, the dishes put away, everything dusted, floors mopped, and the list goes on. I didn't realize how tough of a job this would be on top of graduate school and working part time.

The story goes that Jerry came home from work and I immediately start apologizing to him that the house is so dirty. He responds, "It's okay, I'll help you clean it." This statement starts the tears. I was feeling so guilty that my husband would have to say that after coming home from working all day long. I felt as though it was expected of me to have it done already. I felt as if I had failed. I feel silly even as I write this, because I realize now how wrong my expectations of myself as a wife were. Let's be real, our apartment isn't always spotless, the dishes aren't always done, and neither is the laundry. All of these things aren't why Jerry married me though. There are so many other things that I can contribute as a wife, like love, support and encouragement. It's hard to remember that though when you feel like these other things are staring you in the face.

Anyways, Jerry hugged and consoled me and then took me to get some ice cream. Cold Stone to be exact, my favorite! This helped a lot, as ice cream usually does. I have such an amazing husband who always affirms me in the areas that I need it, and for that I am thankful.

So I'm going to keep trying at keeping up with all of the household chores, but there's grace when I don't. Jerry doesn't expect me to be perfect, so I shouldn't expect myself to be either.

Another lesson learned from being a newlywed. Can any of you relate?



A Lazy Sunday Afternoon

Today was a lazy Sunday afternoon.

It was wonderful.

 After church this morning, Jerry and I came home and ate a delicious pepperoni pizza.

Then we hung out on our porch a little.

Spring was in the air, literally, you could smell the fresh fragrance of these little white buds all over our trees.

And our rose bush that we trimmed back, has started growing like crazy! As we pruned it, Jerry was so sad to see all that he had worked for come off, but it was worth it! I can't wait until this baby starts to bloom! It's going to be covered in beautiful red, orange and pink roses.

My little red wagon is dying to have a fresh potted plant to sit in it.

Then we snuggled with the dogs on the couch for a while as the sun streamed in our window.

This is Bentley's normal position, tucked in a blanket somewhere.

Today confirmed my desire for a print that I saw on this etsy shop. (below)

Hope you had a great Sunday afternoon!