Category Archives: Family

Makeup by M.A.C.

Made for moms update: What a great evening with family and friends. The birthday girl celebrated being another year younger in style with an out-of-this-world dinner. Here was the menu for the evening: Hor d’oeuvres Blue Cheese Wafers Salmon Canape … Continue reading

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Monday, Monday

The Rub Update: I’m going to have to keep this short and sweet as our internet is suuuuuppppeeerrrr slow tonight. The massage was everything! I highly recommend Blades to anyone who suffers from the upper back/neck/shoulders stress. Silla was great … Continue reading

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Three Decades

Caribbean Queen Update: We agreed on one of the excursions – The Eco Tour – and have already made our reservation to check it out on the Wednesday of our honeymoon week. Maybe I should brush up on my snorkeling … Continue reading

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My Sick Valentine

Shower Regularly Update: After our little trip to Kitchen Collage (yes, I managed to make it out of there with only the shower gift, and did you know they’ll deliver your gift to the couple?!), we headed on over to … Continue reading

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Is That Your Final Answer?

Nifty Gifty Update: What a jam-packed weekend! On Saturday we celebrated both Marcus’ birth and my niece Sidney’s baptism. After the Mass, we all convened at my parents house for some good food and delicious wine. Here are a few … Continue reading

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Too Tight

Belle of the Ball Update: What can I say? Everything was just perfect. Here is a picture montage from the Inaugural events. Aren’t my future nieces just the cutest?! All of the kids and grandkids stayed the night at Terrace … Continue reading

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Belle of the Branstad Ball

The ‘Stache is Back Update: What a great “opening ceremony” to kick off the Inauguration. Now that things are underway I look toward tomorrow’s events, including the actual swearing in ceremony in the morning and the ball in the evening. … Continue reading

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The ‘Stache is Back

Nailed It Update: Here they are- my purdy nails! I went with Rimmel London’s Gold Silk for the color. Not too shabby of a job too! They’ll look perfect with my gown for the ball. After much anticipation, the Inaugural … Continue reading

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In Her Shoes

Resolutions to Keep Update: Thank God for my mom! She is THE BEST. Here are a few “in progress” pics of our wedding favors. My Matron of Honor (and older sister) Marissa came up with the ‘Meant to B’ saying … Continue reading

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Nicole tested, Mom approved

I pledge allegiance, to the Hawkeyes Update: As I submit this post I am happy to report the Hawkeyes are up 17-10 against Mizzou at the half. Let’s hope they finish strong. I’d like to end the night singing the … Continue reading

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