Friday, March 4, 2011
Save the Date
This last week has been a trial and filled with drama. If you have been on our blog you might have seen the switching back and forth of our wedding date. It seems that every day and sometimes by the hour the wedding date changed. Its so hard to find a date that would work between summer vacations and school and the lives of immediate family members. But now its set in stone...August 18th it is!!! Save the Date!!
Sunday, February 27, 2011
He Asked... She Said Yes!!!
In the last week I haven't had the chance to post anything on the blog...but boy do I have a wonderful story to tell!! How Jeffrey proposed last Saturday! For a couple weeks I was worried that Jeff and I would work opposite Saturdays and never have a weekend off together. Fortunately after weeks of talking to different people I finally got my weekend off switched! We both had to work on Valentine's Day and only got to see each other for about 30 minutes, which Jeff took full advantage of to be romantic. He had me walk up to my room while he covered my eyes and when he uncovered them he had already set up lit floating candles, a dozen big pink roses, my favorite chocolates, a card, and a gift card for itunes. It was so sweet and he even had to have help setting up and carrying everything up the 2 flights of stairs. He told me that we would do a Valentine's date on Saturday since that was the next day I had off.
So the night before Jeff kept changing the time he was going to come over...it went from 9 to 9:30, to 10 to 11, and ended up at 10:30. Since boys are so good at planning things I thought Jeff had semi planned the date and we were going to wing it. When he showed up early and while I was finishing getting ready he said he forgot something in his car. I found out after he had taken my keys and moved things for the date into my truck. I was completely clueless, because when he came back he had a bright pink bag for me. When he finally let me open it I found a big bottle of the perfume I wear, which I had been completely out of. When we left we went to Color Me Mine, which is something we started doing in December. (Its been a fun activity that we do together and make things that are personalized for when we have a house and it allows lots of time to just talk and spend time together) Anyways, Jeff and I have been doing the same pieces since December, he finally finished his Christmas cook plate and it looks amazing (pictures to come). I, however, need one more session to finish my Italian Pasta bowl.
After we finished Jeff told me that the date was about all the things we love to do together and then I got another present. It was this really cute gray "hoodie" Ute purse. Then he took me to this restaurant called Red Ginger Bistro which is a little sushi restaurant on State Street. We had never been there, but we love sushi and trying new places. They had the best sushi and miso soup we had ever had and it was 50% off. LOVED IT!!!
Next stop we went to Jordan Commons to watch Just Go With It, the new Adam Sandler and Jennifer Anniston, it was so cute and hilarious. Jeff and I have always enjoyed going to see different movies, its a past time that we have always shared. Then after the movie I got another present, but wasn't allowed to open it until he said; so it sat on my lap tormenting me. I was told we were going to pick up Danielle and Stephen to go get dinner. They are our best friends and love spending time with them. LOVE YOU BOTH!!! When we pulled into Stephen's driveway I was allowed to open the present. It was a picture frame collage that had pictures from different times in our life from when we first were dating to high school to college. Its even in a picture frame that I had told Jeff months and months ago that I would want in our house; proof he was really listening.
We walked into their house (which struck me as a little weird at first) and when I walked in there was a trail of candles and rose pedals leading into the music room which had more rose pedals everywhere and candles. There were our songs playing in the background and pictures of us everywhere. That's when Jeff had me sit down and he proposed!!! Of course I said yes! I can honestly say I was so shocked and didn't even register what was happening until he asked me to marry him. (I forgot that I had my purse in my hand even!)
Danielle, Stephen, and Ashley were hiding in the other room and took the pictures for us. They had made an amazing dinner that night. Right after he proposed the blizzard hit and we got snowed in for the rest of the night. It was perfect day and I can't wait to be married to Jeff and become Mrs. Katie Edminster. Crazy!!
So the night before Jeff kept changing the time he was going to come over...it went from 9 to 9:30, to 10 to 11, and ended up at 10:30. Since boys are so good at planning things I thought Jeff had semi planned the date and we were going to wing it. When he showed up early and while I was finishing getting ready he said he forgot something in his car. I found out after he had taken my keys and moved things for the date into my truck. I was completely clueless, because when he came back he had a bright pink bag for me. When he finally let me open it I found a big bottle of the perfume I wear, which I had been completely out of. When we left we went to Color Me Mine, which is something we started doing in December. (Its been a fun activity that we do together and make things that are personalized for when we have a house and it allows lots of time to just talk and spend time together) Anyways, Jeff and I have been doing the same pieces since December, he finally finished his Christmas cook plate and it looks amazing (pictures to come). I, however, need one more session to finish my Italian Pasta bowl.
After we finished Jeff told me that the date was about all the things we love to do together and then I got another present. It was this really cute gray "hoodie" Ute purse. Then he took me to this restaurant called Red Ginger Bistro which is a little sushi restaurant on State Street. We had never been there, but we love sushi and trying new places. They had the best sushi and miso soup we had ever had and it was 50% off. LOVED IT!!!
Next stop we went to Jordan Commons to watch Just Go With It, the new Adam Sandler and Jennifer Anniston, it was so cute and hilarious. Jeff and I have always enjoyed going to see different movies, its a past time that we have always shared. Then after the movie I got another present, but wasn't allowed to open it until he said; so it sat on my lap tormenting me. I was told we were going to pick up Danielle and Stephen to go get dinner. They are our best friends and love spending time with them. LOVE YOU BOTH!!! When we pulled into Stephen's driveway I was allowed to open the present. It was a picture frame collage that had pictures from different times in our life from when we first were dating to high school to college. Its even in a picture frame that I had told Jeff months and months ago that I would want in our house; proof he was really listening.
We walked into their house (which struck me as a little weird at first) and when I walked in there was a trail of candles and rose pedals leading into the music room which had more rose pedals everywhere and candles. There were our songs playing in the background and pictures of us everywhere. That's when Jeff had me sit down and he proposed!!! Of course I said yes! I can honestly say I was so shocked and didn't even register what was happening until he asked me to marry him. (I forgot that I had my purse in my hand even!)
Danielle, Stephen, and Ashley were hiding in the other room and took the pictures for us. They had made an amazing dinner that night. Right after he proposed the blizzard hit and we got snowed in for the rest of the night. It was perfect day and I can't wait to be married to Jeff and become Mrs. Katie Edminster. Crazy!!
Monday, January 24, 2011
Wedding Snapshot
I promised I would post a few wedding details and progress so far. These past couple Saturday's I have spent gathering information and ideas at bridal shows. My mom, Danielle, Ashley, and I went to the bridal show at the Salt Palace and to lunch at Macaroni Grill. It was so much fun to have a girls day and gush over all the fun aspects of planning a wedding. I even won $300 certificate for a DJ. Then last weekend we went to the bridal show at the Grand America hotel. It was fun, but we got there at the end and spent post of the time running around getting a paper signed by all 106 booths to enter in for the contest. We did it, but didn't win the grand prize. Dang. We have one more bridal show at the South Towne Expo Center next week, which I'm excited to go to. I love planning a wedding, its hard to stick to just one idea.
Jeff and I decided we want to have an outdoor reception and keep it pretty simple. We want it to be more of a party then the typical "meet and greet" Mormon receptions. My cousin Chelsea had such a fun wedding last March. People were dancing and talking and having a great time. I hate going to wedding receptions where you go through the line, get a piece of cake, and then go home. There is no fun in that. We are going to have a ring ceremony in the early morning, so we can have the whole walking down the isle and my family can see me get married. Then we will get sealed in the Salt Lake temple and we will have a lunch following. Then we will do a backyard reception in Jeff's parent's backyard. We will have an hour for the "meet and greet" line and then it'll be dancing and a party for the rest of the night. The colors we chose are actually Jeff's favorite color and my favorite color combined: Red and Aqua! We want it to have a retro feel to it. Here's some picture collages I have gathered as my inspiration.
Please comment and let me know what you think. Any other ideas, suggestions, or advice? It would be appreciated.
Jeff and I decided we want to have an outdoor reception and keep it pretty simple. We want it to be more of a party then the typical "meet and greet" Mormon receptions. My cousin Chelsea had such a fun wedding last March. People were dancing and talking and having a great time. I hate going to wedding receptions where you go through the line, get a piece of cake, and then go home. There is no fun in that. We are going to have a ring ceremony in the early morning, so we can have the whole walking down the isle and my family can see me get married. Then we will get sealed in the Salt Lake temple and we will have a lunch following. Then we will do a backyard reception in Jeff's parent's backyard. We will have an hour for the "meet and greet" line and then it'll be dancing and a party for the rest of the night. The colors we chose are actually Jeff's favorite color and my favorite color combined: Red and Aqua! We want it to have a retro feel to it. Here's some picture collages I have gathered as my inspiration.
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| I know this is with orange...imagine with red. I really love the "LOVE" sign and font. |
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Run...Run...Run {AKA No Time to Sleep}
Exhausted, overwhelmed, and I couldn't be happier. As I said in my last post things are changing and changing fast. I work 45 hours a week as a Comcast Account Executive, pretty spiffy title huh ;). I love my new job and the benefits are so amazing. I have so much vacation, holiday, and flex time I can't possibly think how I would use it all (longer honeymoon!) Did I mention I also get free cable and internet (the best packages they offer too). But there are great important benefits as well which is a comforting thought. I just love my new job; the people and the company are amazing.
Since I work during the week I don't have time to get anything done and it all has to be pushed to Saturday. So every Saturday till who knows when is packed filled with running errands trying to plan a wedding and finding a place to live. Fortunately, my mom was willing to follow me around and took me to lunch this week. Running errands isn't so bad when you have someone to tag along. I am going to miss hanging out with my mom so much when I'm married. She's always been there for me and she is my best friend.
Today I was sitting in sacrament meeting today and a girl was speaking about prayer. I have spent so much time praying for my worries and fears to go away and that some of my dreams/hopes to start coming true. This economy has been really hard and this past year was a struggle. I put my faith in heavenly father that he would help me and things would work out in the end. I truly believe that if you believe and want something bad enough it is possible with the help of heavenly father. He will be there to help as long as you are willing to follow his plan and put forth the effort needed to get there.
Since I work during the week I don't have time to get anything done and it all has to be pushed to Saturday. So every Saturday till who knows when is packed filled with running errands trying to plan a wedding and finding a place to live. Fortunately, my mom was willing to follow me around and took me to lunch this week. Running errands isn't so bad when you have someone to tag along. I am going to miss hanging out with my mom so much when I'm married. She's always been there for me and she is my best friend.
Today I was sitting in sacrament meeting today and a girl was speaking about prayer. I have spent so much time praying for my worries and fears to go away and that some of my dreams/hopes to start coming true. This economy has been really hard and this past year was a struggle. I put my faith in heavenly father that he would help me and things would work out in the end. I truly believe that if you believe and want something bad enough it is possible with the help of heavenly father. He will be there to help as long as you are willing to follow his plan and put forth the effort needed to get there.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
In a Blink of an {Eye}
I cannot believe how fast things can change for the better or for the worse. All I can say is I'm glad its for the better this time. The last couple of years have been hard and definitely filled with trials. This year has already been amazing and I keep finding myself saying things are actually working out in our favor. First of all, I recently got a new job that makes a ton more money and is full time hours; plus it has great benefits. Technically I currently have 2 jobs (as I didn't have a chance to quit my other job), but I think I might keep both for a little while just to get the extra cash.
The next great news is that wedding planning is in full swing. Jeff and I have been planning and figuring out details left right. I will post more about what we have come up with soon, when I have more time. I have been to 2 bridals shows and have 2 more to go.
Finally, Jeff and I between jobs and wedding planning have started looking for a townhouse/condo to buy! Yes, buy! Its such a scary thought and process, but the market today makes the monthly payments the same (and even cheaper) than rent. Its kind of stressful, but a lot of fun. We are still considering both options, but we are leaning towards buying at the moment. Wish us luck!
More to come soon....
The next great news is that wedding planning is in full swing. Jeff and I have been planning and figuring out details left right. I will post more about what we have come up with soon, when I have more time. I have been to 2 bridals shows and have 2 more to go.
Finally, Jeff and I between jobs and wedding planning have started looking for a townhouse/condo to buy! Yes, buy! Its such a scary thought and process, but the market today makes the monthly payments the same (and even cheaper) than rent. Its kind of stressful, but a lot of fun. We are still considering both options, but we are leaning towards buying at the moment. Wish us luck!
More to come soon....
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Our Holiday Season Breakdown...a little late
I absolutely love the holidays despite how crazy and busy they are. Jeff and I tried to plan our "plan of attack" out, but like life it didn't work out how we planned. First of all I was extremely sick and exhausted the whole week of Christmas. I didn't want to get out of bed or talk or do anything for that matter. It really sucked. However, it was a wonderful Christmas weekend.
Sunday before Christmas (and before I got sick) was the Moosman's Santa Christmas party. We all got together at a cute little building we had to rent out (proof there is a mob of us). It was great to see everyone and visit. I love getting together with them and seeing all the new faces that seem to appear between each gathering. I got to see Cassidi's baby for the first time and she is so so adorable and sweet. I can't wait for all the baby's that are still to be born in the next couple days...to months. Congratulations to all.
Thursday was Jeff's oldest sister's wedding reception held at Biaggi's Italian Restaurant. It was a small intimate gathering of their closest friends and family. It was a great night and I was so glad to meet Cathy and Lene.
Christmas Eve was pretty quiet, because the Longson Family Christmas Eve party was canceled. It is sad to see traditions we have had our whole lives evaporate, but that is what happens as the children get older and get married. Its hard to get families together when your family grows apart.
Christmas Day I had planned to split my time between all my families like I have in the past. However, scheduling conflicts intervened. Between trying to keep going and being sick it was an exhausting day. I didn't make it out to Utah County to see my family (and my dad) till a couple days later. The winter storm didn't help either. Christmas night we had dinner at Jeff's home with his family, cousins, and the missionaries. It was wonderful dinner and full of laughs. After everyone left Jeff's immediate family and I decided to play a game. The game of choice was called Things; basically each turn someone draws a card, like "things you shouldn't say to your kids," then everyone rights down their response and the person who drew the card reads them out loud twice. Then everyone (except the person who drew) goes around and tries to guess who wrote each response, if someone guess what you said right then you are out. Last one standing wins the round and the one with the most points wins the entire game. It was a ton of fun and hilarious to see who said what. Poor Jeff didn't do very well, I know him so well I got him out pretty much every round. (Sorry babe.) After the game we all watched Despicable Me. It was a great night and I can't wait for years to come. Plus I'll be better at bringing a camera and taking pictures of what is going on....I still suck at that.
During Christmas we get a lot of presents and I wanted to brag a little bit. Jeff and David both got scuba and scuba lessons to take together. Jeff was so so excited and has ALWAYS said how much he wanted to be scuba certified. Now for sure where we decided to go on our honeymoon will revolve around the ability for him to scuba dive. Nerd. My mom gave Jeff and I a 40" flat screen LCD TV for when we get married. It was very generous of her. Jeff is hard to get away from the TV though. Jeff and I together bought a nice Sony Bluray and about 10 different movies for it. We got a lot of Ute gear and some things for when we're married (including enough money for my KITCHEN AID!!!!). The most generous and sweetest gift I received was from Jeff's mom. On the outside of the package was a little note explaining it significance. It was a picture book called A Christmas Dress for Ellen. It a beautifully illustrated book that is retold by Thomas S. Monson. If you have not read it I highly recommend it for your the Christmas season. Linda said since she was my age she had collected picture books and wanted to share that with me. It meant a lot to me she would want to share a personal thing with me and I hope to continue the tradition for years to come.
Finally, New Year's Eve we spent with the Foster Family playing Bunco, as we have for years. It was a little bit crazy and hard to play consecutive rounds with everyone. However, it was a lot of fun and a great way to start the New Year. I am so excited for this year and it is already turning out to be a great year. Jeff and I have really started working towards our wedding and have gotten a lot accomplished already. I will tell more at a later date. Happy New Year's and hope it is a wonderful year for everyone!
Sunday before Christmas (and before I got sick) was the Moosman's Santa Christmas party. We all got together at a cute little building we had to rent out (proof there is a mob of us). It was great to see everyone and visit. I love getting together with them and seeing all the new faces that seem to appear between each gathering. I got to see Cassidi's baby for the first time and she is so so adorable and sweet. I can't wait for all the baby's that are still to be born in the next couple days...to months. Congratulations to all.
Thursday was Jeff's oldest sister's wedding reception held at Biaggi's Italian Restaurant. It was a small intimate gathering of their closest friends and family. It was a great night and I was so glad to meet Cathy and Lene.
Christmas Eve was pretty quiet, because the Longson Family Christmas Eve party was canceled. It is sad to see traditions we have had our whole lives evaporate, but that is what happens as the children get older and get married. Its hard to get families together when your family grows apart.
Christmas Day I had planned to split my time between all my families like I have in the past. However, scheduling conflicts intervened. Between trying to keep going and being sick it was an exhausting day. I didn't make it out to Utah County to see my family (and my dad) till a couple days later. The winter storm didn't help either. Christmas night we had dinner at Jeff's home with his family, cousins, and the missionaries. It was wonderful dinner and full of laughs. After everyone left Jeff's immediate family and I decided to play a game. The game of choice was called Things; basically each turn someone draws a card, like "things you shouldn't say to your kids," then everyone rights down their response and the person who drew the card reads them out loud twice. Then everyone (except the person who drew) goes around and tries to guess who wrote each response, if someone guess what you said right then you are out. Last one standing wins the round and the one with the most points wins the entire game. It was a ton of fun and hilarious to see who said what. Poor Jeff didn't do very well, I know him so well I got him out pretty much every round. (Sorry babe.) After the game we all watched Despicable Me. It was a great night and I can't wait for years to come. Plus I'll be better at bringing a camera and taking pictures of what is going on....I still suck at that.
During Christmas we get a lot of presents and I wanted to brag a little bit. Jeff and David both got scuba and scuba lessons to take together. Jeff was so so excited and has ALWAYS said how much he wanted to be scuba certified. Now for sure where we decided to go on our honeymoon will revolve around the ability for him to scuba dive. Nerd. My mom gave Jeff and I a 40" flat screen LCD TV for when we get married. It was very generous of her. Jeff is hard to get away from the TV though. Jeff and I together bought a nice Sony Bluray and about 10 different movies for it. We got a lot of Ute gear and some things for when we're married (including enough money for my KITCHEN AID!!!!). The most generous and sweetest gift I received was from Jeff's mom. On the outside of the package was a little note explaining it significance. It was a picture book called A Christmas Dress for Ellen. It a beautifully illustrated book that is retold by Thomas S. Monson. If you have not read it I highly recommend it for your the Christmas season. Linda said since she was my age she had collected picture books and wanted to share that with me. It meant a lot to me she would want to share a personal thing with me and I hope to continue the tradition for years to come.
Finally, New Year's Eve we spent with the Foster Family playing Bunco, as we have for years. It was a little bit crazy and hard to play consecutive rounds with everyone. However, it was a lot of fun and a great way to start the New Year. I am so excited for this year and it is already turning out to be a great year. Jeff and I have really started working towards our wedding and have gotten a lot accomplished already. I will tell more at a later date. Happy New Year's and hope it is a wonderful year for everyone!
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Days 28-30: Growing through the Last year
Day 28: How I've Changed in the Last year
Day 29: Makes me Smile
I love pictures of us dating through the years. This picture is probably one of my favorites. I love remembering our great memories and looking forward to more to come. I love you honey so much and I can't wait to spend eternity with you at my side. You will be an amazing husband and father.
Day 30: Who we are?
In your 20s I think you really discover who you are or at least who you want to be. I am the daughter of Michelle Longson and Kay Moosman. I love to teach and help others learn. I have a passion for justice and the criminal justice system. I believe in this country and am so proud to be an American. I love to travel and want to discover new places. I am 21 years old, but a kid at heart. I would pick a Disney princess movie over any other movie any day. I love the Harry Potter series (I'm a nerd. ha). I am argumentative and often moody. My feelings get hurt really easily, but I usually won't say and will hold it in. I am a dreamer. But most of all I am me and wouldn't want it any other way.
Jeff is sweet and kind at heart. He love children and can't wait to have a bunch of kids to play with. He loves his family and friends and would do anything for them. He puts others first above all else. He has a SERIOUS obsession with football. Serious. He is laid back and pretends to not care, when he really does. He is a kid at heart too. He is strong and determined. He holds his emotions in, but you can still tell something is wrong. He is an amazing man and I couldn't imagine my life without him. I am so lucky that he loves me back. He has such a strong heart and testimony and I love that he shares it with me.
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