5 years.

On Saturday, we celebrated 5 years of marriage. And its been a wonderful 5. I can't wait til 10, 15, and beyond. 

In 5 years we've bought a house and a new car (and almost 2 now), a 2 year old in tow, and another baby girl on the way. So many more milestones have been reached and as I think about 5 years, I can't help but feel we've just begun. 

Seth, I love you more than words can even say. You are the best man for me and I'm so glad you asked me to be yours. There isn't a day that passes that I don't thank God that he gave you to me. We've come a long way. 

landed.

(how about these for post header photos? seth made me pose in dumbo.)

being home has never felt better.

seth and I had a great time together at disney, but after being away for five days, my heart ached to be with my baby girl. my arms felt so empty, and as much as it was nice to be rested, I missed being a mommy. the night before we went home, I felt like a kid waiting for christmas morning. the anticipation of seeing her face, kissing her cheeks, and holding her in my arms, we both had so much to look forward to as we left.

all that to say disney was a great time. our decision to go there was kind of a last minute, on the fly, out of other options kind of idea. most of our friends reactions to us going was, "that is so not you guys." but we really enjoyed it. more than we thought we would. having the daily distraction of places to go and things to do ended up being a huge blessing so we didnt just spend our days thinking of home and our girl.

I'm a lover of good service and disney delivered so so well. it was like they went to school for food allergies, the parks were spotless, and I have to say the bathrooms we much cleaner than our target.

we ate good food.

we celebrated 4 years of married happiness.

we slept.

we wore t-shirts. (warm weather in a cold winter like ours was a welcome break)

and one of our big highlights was babycakes. a gf, df, egg free, soy free, mostly sugar free bakery. you might think that their treats would taste like cardboard, but they were amazing. so much so we made two trips there and brought a box of treats home. I am hoping they decide that dc is a good place to open a store. for a nyc hater (yes, I said it) it makes going up there just to have some babycakes goodness worthwhile.

and now I'm off to fold a basket of laundry. its the unpacking part of coming home that really isn't my favorite.

Weeks and Years

This little miss is 10 weeks this week. (Really?!)

and

Last week we celebrated 3 years.

(gosh we look so young)

It was a wonderful anniversary day and weekend. Seth and I were able to get away for a night and left little A with Jess so we could celebrate and continue our annual tradition. I have to say, I missed her terribly and I really wanted to come home after a couple hours being away, but once I got over that we had a great time and I knew that she was in good hands.

1+1=2

Today we celebrate 2 years of being together. It's crazy to think about how fast time has gone by and so much has changed in between.

• We have moved a total of three times
  
• We have seen many more of our friends get married (somewhat expectedly and others much to our surprise)
• We bought our first home
  
• Thought about buying a dog (and decided against it)
• Visited our families that were once unfamiliar faces, have now become so dear.
• Have seen some dear friends go home to be with the Lord.
• We have laughed together more than I ever thought we could.
• I learned how to cook. (Miracle!)
  
• Marriage has also made me hit the snooze button like I never did before.
• We have walked through trials and seen the faithfulness of our God in new and amazing ways in how he has provide for our every need.

And now, one of my favorite parts of our wedding day is looking back through the pictures and reliving all of the precious memories from one of the most significant days of our lives that went by all too fast.

This was probably one of the most surreal moments of my life. Putting on "the dress" and finally being the bride. I was so excited and happy and couldn't wait to see Seth and 4 more hours felt like an eternity.

My amazing ladies and friends. (From L-R) Meesh is in India caring for all kinds of people through Doctors without Borders and I miss her so. Bec, is my constant and faithful best friend that I don't deserve and can't imagine my life without. Jess/Bunny is one of the dearest friends I know and spent my whole birthday day with me just because. Patrish is the one that Seth and I actually talked about on our honeymoon, because her then "friend" (now husband!) Nathan really seemed to take a marked interest in her the night before our wedding at the rehearsal dinner that resulted in her having a "I just dont know if he likes me, he is probably just being my friend" melt down in my room the night before I got married. Erin, my ever faithful G-mail chat companion who asks me how my day is and I am so grateful to have her in my life to lighten tough days and to talk fashion/decorating with. Char Monster/Carly, my dearest friend from far away who won't be too far for long. We met on a beach in San Diego and pretty much became BFF's from day one. I want to be like her in so many ways. My life is richer because of all of your friendships.

My dearest Mom, and biggest fan. I can't imagine my wedding day without her. She perservered in spite of sickness and was one of the prettiest ladies there. It brings me so much joy to see the love that she has for Seth. She respects, cherishes, and loves him just like he was her own and its so sweet to see. It's neat to see the answer to my Mom's prayers in Seth. God knew what was best for me and our family and I am so glad that they appreciate each other so much.
While the guys were out in the snow having fun, I was a nervous wreck and tried desperately to distract myself with my favorite game of cards to no avail.
More Moms. I am so grateful to God for Seth's Mom, Lori. If it weren't for her, I wouldn't have Seth. She did such a good job raising my boy and it shows. He is one of the sweetest, kindest, gentlest, and funny men I have ever known and I couldn't thank he enough for it. Not to mention she always remembers birthdays, holidays and everything else in between and really takes an interest in our lives even from far away.
Seth and all his dudes.

The End.
And as you could say, the rest is history.

My love, I can't wait for all that the Lord has for us in the future and I am so glad that I get to have you by my side no matter what may come our way. You have brought so much joy to my life and I thank God so much for you.