holiday traditions.

Can you believe Thanksgiving is two days away! 

Time. is. flying. bye. 

It's my first Thanksgiving away from my parents and immediate family, but also my first Thanksgiving with my hubby! It sounds cheesy, but I really look forward to Zak and I's "married firsts." We've been together for five years now, but it's totally different being married and we ride that "married" meal ticket. First Halloween, first birthdays, first Independence Day, first road trip, it goes on and on. And I love it. We take any opportunity to celebrate! 

Zak and I talk about wanting to start fun holiday traditions (especially when we have littles) that we can do year after year. And because it's just us two and the pup this year I thought it'd be fun to pick out favorite traditions. And because I'm a crazy lady I've already come up with a list. 

Here's what I've got so far:

1. Purchase plastic wishbones (see photo below) so everyone can make a wish together.

2. Host a Thanksgiving day brunch (we're doing that this year).

3. Family football game. Work off those calories with some fun games in the backyard.

4. Jar full of gratitude. Have everyone write down what they're thankful for, put the pieces of paper inside a mason jar and to read aloud during dinner. 

5. Watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. This is a must. And one day I would LOVE to watch it in person.. hint hint Zakary.

6. Animal name card holders: see the cute photo below- it says it all. 

7. Table centerpiece contest. Have everyone bring a centerpiece and then vote for their favorite. If none are up to par for your table then stick them on the kiddo table, easy enough.

8. Break out the board games. While dinner's cooking in the kitchen start a round of Monopoly! 

9. Take a family photo. Get everyone together, smile and say cheese! Then you can compare the photos as years go on. Maybe display them as well? 

10. Wind down with a holiday movie. You know when you're in turkey coma and need to adjust your belt.. (or is that just me)? Put on a movie or head out to your local theatre to see the latest blockbuster film (something we're doing this year as well). 

11. Black Friday leftovers. Pull out the extra food on Friday and invite people over for a little leftover lunch.  

Growing up we would go camping in the desert and then all the girls in my family would come home early to get our shopping on (of course). 

What family traditions do you do?

iphone life.

So I've been a terrible blogger as of late. I just haven't had the time nor motivation to post much {which is kinda odd}. But now I have a day off, and I've been reading some awesome blogs that I adore for a little inspiration, and waaalaa I'm back at it! 

It's crazy to think that November is almost over. It came and went in the blink of an eye. I started a new job, it snowed, we have a roommate named Romie and now Thanksgiving is this week.
What?! 

Well here are some photos I grabbed off my phone that I wanted to share. They're very random, but tidbits of life. What we've been up to lately. From Mediterranean delivery picnics in our living room, to vintage bargain shopping and me oohing and awing over some of the beautiful homes in our neighborhood we've had a wonderful Fall and I'm sad it's ending so soon. 

Enjoy!

fox42 news.

So remember when I said a few posts ago I finally landed a job? And then I said I had something else in the works and didn't want to say anything until it was 100%? Well.. it's official now and I can finally tell everyone, I work for FOX 42 NEWS! 

It was a little too good to be true so I wanted to wait until I had my first day before saying anything to anyone. But, now it's all set in stone and I started working this week. Everyone at the station is so sweet and welcoming. It's such a team environment, and I love it. 

Getting back into shooting, writing, editing, deadlines, live shots, breaking news and all is so exciting and I'm truly grateful to be starting my career here in Omaha. I knew by following Zak to medical school it be a little tough to get into the news business, but I was patient and persistent and everything has worked out! 

Still pinching myself. 

weddingchicks.com

So yesterday I got the news that our wedding was being featured on weddingchicks.com! 

I was absolutely ecstatic to share our wedding story and beautiful photos with other brides-to-be on this wonderful site. I used their blog to find ideas to incorporate into my own special day, so I'm thrilled to be able to do that for other couples now. A huge shout-out to Zakary, my mom, our loving family members, wonderful friends and awesome vendors that made our wedding absolutly perfect and a dream come true! 

Below are a few lame-o screen shots, 

so make sure and check out the link to see the entire feature!

xoxo