Lots to tell...

Im going to start by talking about a fabulous bridal shower held last week on the 16 by Julie S. It was a lot of fun with good food and great friends :-) Im really lucky to have such awesome people in my life. Thanks to all who came! 

Mark got into town on the 23rd...sorry to everyone who I told he was coming in late on the 24. It was a little surprise which went over well with all! I am really glad he is finally here and am excited to spend time with him, my family, his family! We have a lot planned; beach day trip, DC sight seeing, dates, etc. Madeline (my youngest sister) was set apart in her little youth group of girls. My dad went up as well as Mark. It was really to have him participate in it. I am so glad he is here and that he was able to help out. Hopefully I'll update again this week, but if not definitely after THE WEDDING (5 days and counting!!!!) 

Family Bridal and AIT graduation

I have not been the best at updating. Oops. Mark graduated AIT on the 14-he is now an "official" member of the United States Army! I am so proud of him. He is so great and patient in dealing with me. He comes to Maryland in 8 days and we get married in 15 days (Wahoo! We're so close!) I am been kinda poopy though because I miss him so much and just want to be next to him, cuddling. Soon enough. I am so grateful for him and that he is in my life!

Last Saturday my Aunt Sue and Grandma through me a fabulous family bridal shower. It was so much fun to be able to see cousins that I do not get to see daily. We got some fun gifts...including a belgian waffle maker, beautiful salad and dinner plates, an iron, etc. Below are some pictures. Thank you so much!

Its getting hotTER!

Today I went and had a trial run of my "wedding hair updo!" It took about an hour and I am really excited that the wedding is only 24 days away!! I don't know what it is but yesterday was by far one of the hardest days. I am so proud of Mark for doing basic and AIT so that we can have a better life, but I would give just about anything for a hug from him!

Mark graduates from AIT on the 14 and is driving home with his sister, Amy, and her husband, Randy, on the 15 (at least that is the plan as of now.)

On a random side note, these are my wedding shoes. Pretty huh?