DIY Chalkboard

I've been meaning to do this for a while. Once I talked my mom into giving me an old frame I found in her garage, I knew it was perfect.

I felt bad ripping a "painting" out of such an old frame, but once I got it open I realized it was a print them had added texture to with clear paint. Guilt-no-more!

It was easy, just rip it open...

Paint-ready

And assembled! Looks much better! I might re-do it in light gray now that I've had a few hours to look at it. I would have much rather done a fun color, but my kitchen it already black, white, light green and light brown. I don't need any more weird-ness in that mix.

A dream is a wish

My brother Casey (unexpectedly) came to stay with me for a week and a half. Eeek for unannounced guests! Luckily it was just him, so I didn't worry too much about not being prepared. We got a lot in while he was here, despite me working almost every day. We even made it to Disneyland! Here's a peek into our sibling adventures in the happiest place on Earth.

Sidenote: Now they'll definitely never let me in Club 33... I never had a shot anyway. People had no clue what we were doing/looking at!

There's nothing like acting like you're little kids again, just for a day. Even if it is 107 degrees (you can totally see how sweaty we are with Mickey, gross! ). 

Amazing

That's the only word that I can come up with to fully describe this weekend. Everyone had an wonderful time laughing, crying and dancing the night away. There seriously wasn't a dry eye during their wedding vows. I wished it would never end.

 

Congrats to Jon and Holly Thompson!! I'm so excited and happy for you both. I wish nothing but the best for you two. Thank you for including me in your special day. I can't even describe how special I feel to be able to have shared it with you.

The wedding...

Is finally here! Holly and Jon (Chris's brother) are getting married tomorrow. I feel like their engagement was over so quickly, even though it's been 10 months.

I'm beyond excited to see this for real tomorrow! By the way, SO in love with her mom's shortened/tailored wedding dress.

Fun was had by all at the rehearsal, and the air was full of love and anticipation.

Heading home

This weekend I'm heading home! We haven't been back since moving in June, and I'm looking forward to seeing some family and friends I've been missing.

Plus.... Chris's older brother will be getting married this weekend!! So exciting that it's almost here!

Birthday Scenes

This birthday, I had to work. Obviously, the world goes on. Nothing was going to stop my fun though! My morning started with bagels and lots of donuts. 

Took a light nap in the afternoon, and woke up to these!

Chris must have been paying attention...  He also got me the apron from Anthropologie I showed him almost 2 months ago!

Ready to head out for the night! What I wore, also seen in Las Vegas. Excited for next year, but there's no way I'm ready for 25. Quarter-midlife crisis anyone?

Mon anniversaire

Today is my 24th birthday!

I've been prohibited from planning, so I'm hoping today will be relaxing, full of surprises, smiles, and many happy returns. 

Please, let there be at least one chocolate cupcake for me today :0)!