Our Fairy Tale Wedding

Our wedding was June 24, 2011.  We celebrated our one year marriage anniversary on the same day :)  When I think of our wedding, I struggle to find words to express how I felt (and feel) about that day.  It was my fairy tale wedding come true!  I never thought that it would happen the way that it did!  I had my dream location, dream dress, dream photographer, dream EVERYTHING!  I didn't want the night to end!  For one day I truly felt like a princess...I loved it!  I really can't figure out anymore to say at this point...I will try to come back later...

My Handsome Groom <3

Me...the Bride :)

First Look...

I love him...

My Girls <3

Me & My Parents <3

The Guys :)

Cody & His Parents :)

Kirk (my cousin), Grandma Ross, Kyle (my cousin)

<3

Justen (my brother), Gram, Papa

"Sharp Dressed Man"

"Just The Way You Are"

Brandon & Lyndi (Cody's sister and brother-in-law)

<3

Justen & Christy (my brother and Cody's cousin)

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Best Man: Josh and Matron of Honor: Lauren

(Cousin of Cody, Amazing friend of Kellie)

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Cayden & Karis (Niece & Nephew)

"From This Moment"

"Ever Ever After"

"Sexy Back"

Bemidji Wedding Reception-July 2, 2011

As most of you know, Cody is from Minnesota and pretty much all of his extended family, and friends, live in Bemidji, Minnesota (or surrounding areas).  So we decided to put together a wedding reception for his family and friends who would not be able to attend our wedding in Spokane, Washington.  Boy was it difficult planning a reception halfway across the country!  I had a lot of help on both ends, which made it a bit easier but I am such a hands on, visual person, that it was still frustrating at times to envision something I couldn't see! haha  At the end of the day, everything went great!  There was a lot of help from family and friends with the set up, cooking and tear down.  Thank you to all of you who helped make our wedding reception so relaxing and wonderful!  We love you all!

Cupcakes...made by Me :)

Kiss, Kiss, Kiss! xoxo

 Our lovely reception Host, Sara! <3

<3

 Jeremiah & Kelly...you're NEXT! <3

Pam & Alan (Cody's Parents) <3

Pam & Becky (our wonderful photographer!) <3

 Toasts :)

Peggy & Aunt Joni <3

(They were 2 out of the several family members/friends who helped make the day happen and go smoothly!)

Bridal Shower-Bemidji

My Sister-in-Law, Lyndi (one of my Bridesmaids too) and my Mother-in-Law, Pam, threw me a WONDERFUL bridal shower in Bemidji, MN.  I was so overwhelmed with all of the love that I felt!  I will be posting pictures as soon as I get them!

Bridal Shower-Spokane

My amazing Matron of Honor and my amazing Mother threw me the BEST Bridal Shower that I could ever have dreamed of!  It was perfect!  We played games, ate delicious food, and socialized...and of course there was gift opening! :)  

Myself with my Mama <3

Myself with Lauren (my Matron of Honor) <3

Fun Games!

Gifts!

I had them laughing pretty much the whole time...lol

Me :)

Too Long!

It has obviously been a super long time since my last post, but we have been SUPER busy with our wedding last June and having family in town, then our wedding reception in Bemidji, coming back and moving stuff in with my parents until we figure out our next move, etc, etc, etc!  Been WAY too crazy!  I finally have some time to update this blog! :)  I hope all of you are doing well :)

L'BRI Skin Care

It is official!  I am now an Independent Consultant with L'Bri Pure n' Natural skin care and make up products!  As many of you know, I was recently a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant for about 2 years, had used the products since I was 13 years old.  I am in NO way bashing Mary Kay in any way, I am simply explaining why I personally have chosen to switch skin care companies.  Like I said, I have been using the Mary Kay skin care and make up line for a super long time.  I would venture off and try other products but would ALWAYS return to Mary Kay.  They have great products that work really well.  A few months ago I noticed my skin started to change (age I figured) and the products I was using were not giving me the results I wanted/expected.  I first heard of L'BRI Pure n' Natural from my cousin, Tanya Goossen (love ya girl!).  She knew that I was a Mary Kay Consultant and she never once asked me to try the product.  I actually went to her and asked about it.  I loved the idea of it being natural and aloe vera based.  She mentioned some things for me to look for in my current skin care products, so I did, and boy was I surprised at what I was actually applying to my face and body!  It was crazy!  So, I decided to give it a try!  I mean, you pay $6.75 shipping and you get a week plus worth of the skin care trio (personalized)!  I didn't have much to lose.  After the FIRST morning that I used the products I could feel AND see an insane difference in my skin!  It felt "happy" and super super soft!  A couple of days later I used the Facial Masque sample that was given to me with the skin trio samples, and let me tell you...that masque is intense!  INCREDIBLE!  I have never used anything like it before in my life!  They're not joking when they say it's an instant face lift! :)  I used the product for a little bit over a week and was completely sold!  I wanted to try out the other skin care trios for the different skin types, and I loved them!  So, after a lot of prayer and thought, I have chosen to become an Indepenent Consultant for L'BRI Pure n' Natural products! :)  For those of you who are my Mary Kay clients, I will be contacting you individually!  I do not want you to feel forced to use L'BRI, I would like you to try it if you are willing, but no pressure :)  I will still place orders through Mary Kay for those of you who choose to stay with them :)  If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me! :)  Below I have some information about L'BRI.

Gentle Skin Care Trio Set

L'BRI Pure n' Natural products ALL contain: 

*Aloe Barbadensis Miller, instead of water, is the first ingredient 

*Natural, pharmaceutical-grade ingredients are used 

*Advanced Alpha Hydroxy fruit acids (10%) are released in a special, slow delivery system, which is proven to reduce wrinkles and improve skin clarity 

*An abundance of deep ocean seaweed and other anti-oxidants protect the skin from free radical damage 

*A blend of natural essential oils and synergistic herbal extracts are significant ingredients 

Facial Masque (PHENOMENAL)

L'BRI Pure n' Natural products: 

*Never use (SLS) sodium laurel sulfate or propylene glycol 

*Never use mineral oil, lanolins, or waxes 

*Never use artificial colors or fragrances 

*Are never tested on animals 

*Effective for all skin types: Normal, Oily, Dry, Women and Men 

*Backed by the L'BRI Pure n Natural 100% Satisfaction Guarantee 

www.fabulous.lbri.com <---My personal website :)

Happy Birthday Cody!

Cody celebrated his 25th birthday this weekend!  His actual birthday is April 3rd, but we celebrated all weekend! :)  Friday night Cody worked late, so I was home getting as much as I could ready for his birthday bash Saturday night.  Not everything went according to plan, so I had even MORE to get done Saturday before his party! haha  Saturday Cody worked early, which helped me get out of bed and get going.  I went to Walmart at about 6:30am, then waited around for the beauty supply store to open (I thought they opened at 7am not 8am, bummer, but I did get a Starbucks coffee!!! hehe), went home, baked 75 homemade cupcakes (two different flavors), colored my hair, decorated cupcakes, ran to my parents to start decorating, ran to pick up the pizza, got back to my parents house ( a couple of close friends/family were arriving) and set up the food and last minute decorations, then everybody showed up, I still am amazed that I got everything done that needed to be, before the party!!!  I definitely could not have done it all without the help from my Mama!  So, thank you Mama! hehe :o)  We had an absolute BLAST at the party!  Played ping pong, visited, had a Nerf Dart Gun war in my parents living room (which would have NEVER EVER happened when Justen and I were kids! lol  When I saw the darts flying I looked over at my Dad and he had a Nerf gun in his hand shooting darts, then I looked for my Mom and she was on the stairs ducking back and forth while shooting her Nerf gun...HAHA  It was awesome, everyone was laughing hysterically, I WISH that I would have captured that on video!), ate pizza, cupcakes, etc.   I didn't take as many pictures and videos as I had hoped to because I was running around "managing" the party :)  Cody had a blast and that was all I cared about! :)  Sunday we went to our Starting Point class at church, went to Red Robin so Cody could get his free burger, then went home took a three hour long nap (much needed).  We had planned on going to Olive Garden for dinner, but after our nap all that Cody wanted to do was spend the evening at home with "his girls" (me and our puppies).  So we went to pick up pizza, bread sticks and soda and had a great night "in" watching NCIS and talking :)  It was SO nice to spend all of Sunday with my husband!  He has been working a lot lately, so I don't get to see much of him, let alone spend time with him.  Needless to say we all had a fabulous weekend!  Thank you to ALL who attended Cody's party and those that called to wish him a Happy Birthday on his birthday! :o)  Below are some videos and pictures of his party Saturday :)

First guests arrived :)

My brother RARELY allows pictures taken of himself...

I am SO glad that he let me take one, even if it is a silly picture!!!! :)

Opening up cards/gifts :)

Happy Birthday To You, Happy Birthday To You...

From Me :) 

(Two tickets for him and my Dad to go to the Newsboy, Kutless and Disciple concert in May, an early Father's Day gift for my Dad (my Mom and I went half on them)

From Cody's family :)