No Money Down!

Shopping without spending really is fun!

Here is my list, for now.

When I have more time I'll make it bigger.

'Cause I'm greedy like that.

Here's my Wishlist. I did go ahead and start putting house stuff on there, just so I'll remember when that time comes around.

You should definitely have one too! Then we can comparison shop off each other's. :)

I just spent some time on Amazon adding things to my wish list. It was fun. Like shopping, but without spending money! Mostly I was doing it for my mom who has been bugging me about what to get me for my birthday. Plus, I thought it might be nice for Doug who never seems to have a clue about what I want. I really wanted to put some houseware type stuff on there, but I'm saving that stuff for a wedding registry (someday...).

Speaking of which, did I tell you we got our first wedding gift? It was from Doug's grandma. She got us an 85 piece flatware set. It's Oneida, so it is at least a decent brand. I'm sure she ordered it from the back of a catalog or something. Still, it's the thought that counts, right? I guess she's afraid she won't be around when we get married or something like that. It's crazy. I told Doug we need to send her a thank you note, but he doesn't seem to think so. I'll probably send one anyway.

The Lake House

If you haven't seen this movie yet, get yourself to a movie theater. Preferably with another girl, because Josh will probably hate it. I saw it last night with my mom and Amanda and we all loved it. Well, Amanda & I did. We both came out sighing. And it has inspired me to read Jane Austen...Persuausion to be specific. I don't want to say anymore, so I won't ruin it for you. Just promise me you'll go see it!

What to do on my day off?

Well, for starters, I picked my grandma up from her doctor's appointment and took her home and then did some very productive shopping. First I went to Wal-Mart to pick up a few things. Some coconut to make this tonight. Then I also got some toothpaste for Doug (he likes only the non-whitening kind), some hangers for Doug's closet (have to get rid of the wire ones), a pair of shorts for me and some sippy cups. I'm sure you're wondering about the sippy cups...well, I watched Bryson & Jackson last night and it never fails that Desire' doesn't bring a cup for him. Plus, we see Doug's family quite a bit and truly, it doesn't matter how old the kids are, they have a tendency to spill. I wouldn't feel bad at all making anyone under the age of 8 use one. Now, if I could just get some baby gates & toys, we'd be all set when the kids come over.

I also got a new shower curtain today. Big Lots...$7.99. Very cute and very shabby chic. That's what I'm redoing the bathroom in. Remember the picture and cabinet in my old bedroom...perfect for the bathroom. You know what else will be perfect? The roses in the shadow box that you gave me. It will go really well with the new shower curtain.

And I got something for you today. It's this book. Only I got it at Sam's for way cheaper. I also got this for myself which is what inspired my purchase for you. I love these books and the 12th one came out just this week. I have too much reading to do as it is, so I went ahead and bought it so I could read it at my leisure. These are the funniest books I have ever read and if you have already read the first one, let me know. I can donate to the library or something, but if not, don't read it yet! I got one more book today (3 books is a lot for me, I know! Gotta love Sam's prices. I guess they don't list paperbacks online though.), just so I can reread it whenever I feel like it.

Oh, I also picked up some yarn at Big Lots. I'm going to make myself a scarf. Once I get around to making all the stuff for everyone else that I keep saying I'm going to make. ;)

Now, I should really go and get the chicken out and pick up the house and hide my purchases. I don't feel too bad about the stuff though. I got good prices. I would feel guilty about the books, but I saw today that you can preorder Madden 2007, and I know Doug will be getting that soon. That'll be at least $50. So $27 on 3 books is a bargain!

BFW 2006 p.2

What would you think of moving up BFW 2006 a little bit? Doug and one of his friends are thinking of going to the Chiefs Training Camp the first part of August and it is in River Falls, WI. I don't know if that is close to where you are, but surely it can't be too far. They could make a detour. They could drop me off and Josh could even go with them if he wanted to. And then we could spend our weekend exploring your lovely new town. I'm sure you know all the best places to go. That might also keep the cost down, leaving us both more money for Vegas! Let me know what you think.

Annoyed

I took my sister shopping today. She got her first paycheck and I needed to buy shorts, so off we went. We were having a great day. We went to the mall and she bought 3 new work outfits and then hit Bath & Body, who was having an awesome sale. She bought me a new pair of cute sunglasses. I bought her lunch then went with her to get her hair done and then back to the mall. We even got the stuff to highlight her hair and I did that for her tonight. Like I said, we were having a great day. But as soon as I was done doing her hair, she was done with me. Too cool to hangout with big sister now that she can't do anything else for you. It kind of hurt my feelings. It's not like she was my first choice of entertainment for the evening either. I was supposed to go to KC for Rebecca's birthday, but she got sick. So it was just me & my sister. Hmmmph! So much for that.

Best Friend Weekend 2006

Just wanted to check and see if we were still on for labor day weekend? If so we better get planning! Do you have any ideas about places to go?

No More Whining...

I promise. I'm tired of listening to it myself. So instead, today you get...more kitty pictures! Yay!!!!

This is Snickerdoodle. One of the outside kitties that hangs out with Sabrina (Desire's cat). He/She won't let me get too close and I took this picture through the screen door.

Boomer says: No, Mom. It wasn't me that puked on the floor again.

I think it was Tess.

Tess says: I don't think so. I'm too pretty to puke on the floor!

I will climb in the bathtub though!

Boomer's favorite spot is snuggling with Daddy. How cute!

I just got off the phone with my mom and I'm kind of upset. I know she's still upset about the Doug & Brandon thing and even though she didn't mention it, it is still there. We were talking about wedding plans (we visited Doug's aunt & uncle today) and she started telling me about my cousin and his fiancee. Then she said how right they were for each other and also mentioned another couple that they know and how right they were for each other also. Do you think she said how right Doug & I were together? NO. Seriously, I am going to have to elope now. I was trying to tell her about what Doug's aunt was saying about a wedding and she was barely listening. How terrible will it be if my mom won't help me plan my wedding?

Worse

Things have only gotten worse. I spent my first 10 minutes at work this morning crying. My mom called and started in about everything. Basically, I think she wants Doug and my brother to make up. That's not going to happen. Doug wants nothing to do with my brother. And I'm stuck in the middle. My mom did say one thing that made sense though. She said that when it's all said and done the only person that will be hurt will be me. If they don't come to some kind of agreement then from here on out, I'll be spending my holidays and family occasions without Doug when I see my family. Because you know there is no way that they are going to forgive Doug. They've already taken Brandon's side. And I'm not mad about that, he's their son. But I don't think we should force the two of them to get along. My brother rubs alot of people the wrong way. The other thing that is making me crazy is that Doug keeps claiming that he did this all for me. That it upset him so much when my brother would say rude things to me that he just couldn't take it anymore. I've gotta love him for trying to protect me in his own weird way, but really, I could do without all of this. And if he loves me so much, then shouldn't he be willing to try to make peace with my family?

:(

Tonight Doug decided to tell off my brother. Lovely. And of course, my brother told my parents and now it is all a big mess. Well, my mom talked to me a few hours ago and said that everything was okay and that they weren't mad at Doug. Then my dad just called me and tried to get me to tell him what was going on. I don't feel like it is my place. It was between Doug and Brandon and I want to stay as far away from that as possible. I know that won't happen though. It all started with us going over to my parents' house to swim tonight. I practically had to twist Doug's arm to get him to go anyway and then just as we got there my brother pulled up. Well, I hadn't seen him and had already started shutting the garage door. So when my brother comes in he starts in about us shutting the door and how rude it is and how we are stupid. In my brother's world, he was kidding, in Doug's world he was insulting us once again. He's always insulting us. Usually telling me that I have put on weight or I look fat or something and the same with Doug. Most of the time I try to "tease" back about his lack of hair. The first time he came to our house (we were giving him a bed) he told me that my house smelled bad. When I asked him what it was, he said it smelled "old." Seriously, opinions that you can keep to yourself, right? Anyhow, Doug couldn't take it this time and he started calling Brandon names. And Brandon called him names back, so he wasn't completely innocent. Then he tried to get me involved by telling me to take my boyfriend and leave. We didn't leave. We went ahead and went swimming and Brandon called mom & dad. So my mom calls and I tell her that she has to talk to Doug, but she doesn't want to because she wants an impartial opinion of what happened. That's not even possible. I defended Doug and told her that he said all the things I didn't have the nerve to say. We left shortly after that. On the way home I told Doug that he put me in a bad position and he said he knew that, but still didn't regret his actions. So now I don't know what to do. I'm not in the mood to make up with my brother, but I don't want to be at odds with my parents either. My brother really can be a jerk (for lack of a term that doesn't trip the internet filter). And my dad has always been very much into the "we all should get along" kind of thing. I just don't know if that is possible. I feel like I'm having to choose between Doug and my family and I don't like this feeling at all.

Vegas, Baby!

I was talking to Desire' last night and found out that she and JT are going to be in Vegas in December too. They are going December 15-17 with some friends that are planning to get married. Is that the weekend we are all going? Wouldn't that be fun if they were there too?? Maybe we could all go out one night or something.

Wedding Picture

Here's Doug during the ceremony. Doesn't he look handsome?

Weddings...*sigh*

The wedding was last night and it was beautiful. The weather was perfect and my only complaint was that the sun was in my eyes a little bit, but at least it wasn't too hot. Of course, the bride was beautiful and the groom was very handsome. The attendants dresses were lovely too, not at all the typical ugly bridesmaid's dress. Doug looked great in his tuxedo. He had an ear to ear grin during the whole ceremony. And it definitely was nice to be able to walk from the ceremony straight into the reception. The reception was beautiful. For centerpieces they used tall vases with white calla lilies on top of mirrored tiles with two votives sitting on the mirror. Such a beautiful, simple and elegant look. And their favor was petit fours in clear boxes with ribbon and their monogram on top. The cake was gorgeous. It had white chocolate shavings all over it and it looked like the cake was covered in white flower petals. And they had the neatest cake topper it was a "W" for their new last name. The cake was delicious too. All the reception food was wonderful. I don't think I've ever been to a reception where there was so much food and drink. There was literally something for everyone to eat. I think I should have eaten more because I'm still feeling pretty tipsy this morning. Damn that open bar! I guess that's what 4 glasses of wine will do to a person. :) The reception was alot of fun. Although for me, nothing will top Desire's wedding reception. I know we all had the best time that night. I got a couple of dances out of Doug and I made his soon-to-be divorced friend dance with me a couple of times, so I got plenty of dancing in. We all had fun.

Of course, the question of the hour: "So are you next??" Seriously, that got kind of old, but I was thinking about it quite a bit. Especially since my conversation with Doug's aunt. It would truly have to be a small wedding, if it were at her house. Just family and close friends. Then I think we could have a big reception. I think we'd hav to par down our attendants too. It would just look silly. Or maybe it wouldn't. I just wouldn't want to hurt anyone's feelings. I was thinking if I did that though, you'd have to be my attendant because without you (& Josh), there wouldn't even be a wedding. And even though I couldn't have the rest of them up there with me, I'd like for them to be honorary attendants. Maybe wearing dresses in the wedding colors and having corsages. I would want them to feel included, you know? Maybe I'm just being silly. I shouldn't be thinking about all of this anyway. I'll probably just end up disappointed again.

Another Hectic Weekend

So last night was the rehearsal dinner. It went well, I guess. It seemed tense. Aaron & Lindsey's parents are both divorced and remarried so I think that might have been the source of some of the tension. You'd think people could put that aside for a weekend, but whatever. At least when Doug & I get married we won't have any of that to deal with. His parents are divorced, but neither remarried.

Tonight is the wedding and since Doug will already be there, I'm riding with Eric & Becky. I didn't want to drive up there by myself, plus I'm pretty sure that Doug won't be able to drive himself home tonight. I hope he doesn't get too drunk though, because his nephew, Kaden, is being baptized Sunday morning. So we've got to go to church, I hope Doug has something to wear...I should probably wash the khaki pants he wore last night.

Speaking of something to wear, Doug was horribly underdressed last night. I must have been off my game or too worried about what I was going to be wearing because I never even thought about what he was wearing. He wore khaki pants and short sleeve plaid button up shirt and when we got there all of the other men were in dress pants and dress shirts. Ooops. I don't think Doug even has dress pants that fit him. Just one more thing to add to the list, I suppose.

I want to go perfume shopping today. I'm debating about what to get. I had a sample bottle of Pleasures that I really liked, but it is almost empty and I'm not sure I want a whole other big bottle of it. And for some reason I have it in my head that I should get a bottle of Romance. Which I never really wore because I think you and Desire both had it. But since I don't get to see you or Desire much anymore, I don't think it matters.

My mom just called and I told her about your dream. She wants to know if you dreamt that I was having boys or girls? She's thinking girls. And she laughed at the part about Sarah baking a cake. Seriously, Sarah, in the kitchen?? Too funny!

Blast from the Past

My first every V.C. Andrews Website.

http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Corner/8750/index.html

It was for a club that included me in their group of friends because I was the only one that knew how to build a website. Funny thing is, I don't think we ever got a single member!

I just can't believe it still exists!

Jewelry Shopping

I finally got jewelry to wear with my dress this weekend. I went to the V-Line and Doug's aunt helped me pick out something. It is really cute. I'll take a picture of it when I get home tonight so you can see. Anyhow, we were the only people in there for awhile and we got to talking and she started asking me about when Doug & I were getting married and I politely informed her to ask Doug. And then she started asking me whether or not we belonged to a church and that kind of thing, leading up to offering us the use of her home to host our wedding. I kind of giggled at this and then told her that Doug had mentioned before that he thought her house would be a great place for a wedding. And truly, it would. They have a beautiful Vicotorian style house. You should have seen her eyes light up when I said that. Then she started explaing where we'd have the ceremony and all of this stuff. It was crazy. I must say though, that I enjoyed talking about it. And she wants to have it inside, whereas Doug was wanting to have it outside (they have a beautiful lawn, totally landscaped and a gorgeous inground pool), but we'd have to hope the weather would cooperate. Anyhow, I know she has a big mouth and I'm pretty sure that as soon as I left and she got a minute she called Doug's mom. So Doug's probably going to hear about it and I'm probably going to hear about it from him, but I don't care at this point.

Speaking of Doug's mom, she called me last night. She wanted to know where Aaron & Lindsey were registered and to see what I was wearing and to tell me what she was wearing. It was a very odd conversation. Well, not odd, I guess. Just out of the ordinary. I don't think she's ever called just to talk to me before. Who knows, maybe she forgot Doug went to work early, except she didn't ask to talk to him. Weird.

Oh, and I told you that we went and did our bank account and insurance stuff a couple of weeks ago, well we still have no checks, debit cards or insurance cards. We called the insurance place last week after we got cards in the mail for Doug's car & not mine. Those were a fluke. His policy was up for renewal anyway and that is why he got cards. Mine should be here sometime this week. And Doug called the bank today to see what was going on there and found out that they forgot to order our checks & my debit card. Lovely. They say they can get a debit card to us by the weekend, but we'll see. Thank goodness I still have some money in my other account. I did already switch my direct deposit though. Not that Doug won't get money for me if I ask and he already wrote checks for my bills, so we're okay there. It's just annoying. I feel like I have no control over my money at this point and it is driving me crazy!