on a Lilly Pie...

We were past due to head on over to spend some good quility time with the newest addition to the Schuler family, Lilly Elizabeth. Who by the way is too darn cute!

At 23 days she is only 5 pounds and is one tiny little thing. She had been born a few weeks early to her due date and had to spend some extra time in the hospital. But we are all happy she is back home where she belongs :)

Love this outfit that I had bought little Lilly Pie. Fits her perfect.

Annnnd her precious feet... Don't get me started.

Sebastian was very interested in this little being and thought she was just as cute as I did for he kept trying to give her kisses! He would pucker up but only get so close to her, being very cautious. I think I might have a wonderful future big brother on my hands. Warms my heart!

The first little girl and it's going to be fun watching her grow up to become a little princess!

♥A.

on some bird cages...

Bird cages. Don't you just loooove them? I do. So that is why I will be including lovely vinatge bird cages to our little backyard wedding. Here are a few things that have really inspired me with this great idea.

I have so many fun projects with this little gems planned. For people that are close by me, keep an eye out for these lovies and let me know when you come across a cute bird cage. I've been thrifting and also searching online. I can use all the help I can get with finding some real vintage looking ones for the wedding!

♥A.

on something I needed...

(via here)

I've had some off days. And I have writers block on top of it. I would like to tell you what I am feeling but my usual diarrhea of the mouth is no longer available at this time. All I do want to say is that I am strong. No one can bring me down. Also I appreciate all the people in my life for who they are. Lastly I do not take any of the blessings bestowed upon me for granted. Thank you very much!

♥A.

on some wants...

I want...
(all photos via weheartit)

I want a fireplace. I wish I had one. Although I don't know if I would use it as much as I would like since Sebastian is still a little maniac. But dear you, If you have a fireplace think of me when you light it :)

I want this bed. Pretty much because I think it looks like something out of a very romantic vampire movie.

I want to attend another concert. I long for it. I would love to make time to be inside that crowd, hopefully soon.

I want to breathe in Paris, France. I want my lense to focus and zoom in on the Effel tower. I wanted to say Bonjour, Merci & Oui Oui.

I want my hair to be like Michelle's for my wedding. It's my goal. Not the color but the style. I adore it with all my heart!

I want to be you there. Yes you, there in the middle. Ah huh. You lady. I want to be you! Oh and I want your hair. Thanks.

I want a MacBook. Okay so, my stupid laptop is broke again. Back to BestBuy yet again. This is the fourth time. I am starting to believe it's death forever is near. Hoping BestBuy will just replace the damn thing with an entire new computer. Wishful thinking. Anyways I want a MacBook.

Aaaand last but not least...

I want some special person to come with me to see the end begin. Please.

What are you wanting? Anything tickling your fancy?!

♥A.

on wedding colors...

g plans

I've been back and forth with the color theme for the wedding. It's hard because there are so many wonderful color palettes that could make a wedding memorable. I know that I want purple. All shades. That I know for sure but the secondary color I was if-ie on. I like purple and yellow. Purple and brown. However I have finally have pinned down the color combo that will be perfect for our wedding. Purple and Gray!

In essence I would like the MOH and BM's to be wearing mostly shades of purple with a hint of gray where as the men to be wearing gray suits with a splash of purple (even if they don't like it).

Macarons are definitely going to be making an appearance at my wedding!!

I really do adore this gray suit. It's just the right shade. Ya hear, Bobby?!

Hmmm. I am just bubbling with idea tonight :)

♥A.

on a all hallows night...

There is my little Buzz LIghtyear. He even has the strong Buzz chin! He was a big hit in the neighborhood.

Back view of his Buzz jet pack that I picked up down in California. It even has wings that come out of both sides.

I helped him from house to house. He had a hard time holding on to his bag. So, I was guardian of the treats as he worked his magic with all the old ladies.

My favorite all day was my fiance and his Buzz shirt that I also got at Disney. Many of the guys around the Disney parks were sporting these and I thought he would love to have one ;) Sebastian kept pushing the big red buttons on the shirt and Bobby would reinact Buzz moves & sayings. Sebastian got a kick out of that!

♥A.

on one happy year here...

Happy Birthday to Calico Tales! Today, one year ago is when I started on this journey. I had no idea what I was doing or why I was here. I was inspired and took a shot at it not knowing that it would flourish into what it has become. I love this place with my heart & soul. Here's to my history in the making :)

♥A.