Catching up with Sunday

Oh how I love Sundays. Especially the mornings. When the sun is out, and we have the time, there is nothing better than soaking up every minute of a beautiful Sunday.

Growing up, we lived only a block away from the state college, so I spent countless days bike riding with my dad, and exploring the campus on the weekends with my brother. Theo and I both attended this school, and Theo now coaches there. Three weeks ago, my dad, Theo and myself went there on a mini adventure.

The three of us had a great day roaming the grounds and discovering corners of the

college that we didn't know existed.

I think our dogs Dre and Ruby had an even better time than we

did.

Ruby was queen of the campus.

She ran, she jumped, she flew as far as she could the second the leash came off.

Then sprinted back to us to for a little pat to insure we hadn't left her.

This tree reminded me of a wrinkled hand. I had walked by it every day when I was in school, but I hadn't noticed how beautiful it was.

I used to love finding time between classes to run to the library. I would curl myself into a quiet cubicle and listen to my iPod or dig into The Pillars of the

Earth.

It may not have the funds of a UC school, but this commuter college of ours

really is beautiful.

I had always known the college had an orange grove, but why hadn't I walked through it before?

I breathed deeply through my nose the entire walk through, enjoying every sniff of crisp oranges and dirt. The smells lingered with me the whole day.

Smack in the middle of the orange groves was a little pond, housing turtles and koi fish.

Ruby was thoroughly intrigued by the pond creatures.

Two Sundays ago, Theo and I decided to finally make use of one of my favorite bridal shower gifts, a picnic basket. My friend Melissa stocked it full of wine, glasses, silver wear, and treats. Theo and I added hot cheetos and sandwiches.

Top it off with towels, big sun hats, a quiet park and blue skies= perfection.

We spent the afternoon talking about our future... the kids, the house, the

struggles we may face... the happiness and love we feel that will only multiply as the days pass.

My sunshine.

Classy.

What I wouldn't give to have days like this every day. But maybe what makes them such special gifts is that they follow a week of hard work.

Hello lovely

I have been searching for a Vegas dress for my good friend, Melissa's, bachelorette party. Last night we were walking through the mall to get to a restaurant when this little number screamed, "take me home!" through the store window.

I gush over silk chiffon, that fabric tends to speak to me.

I love how the dress drapes around my body like it was made for me, and no bra needed! Plus it's backless, except for the featherlight strips of fabric that cascade down my back from the neckline.

My only wish is that Theo could be with me when I'm wearing it. Don't get me wrong, I'm so excited for the girls weekend in Vegas, I've never gone with all girls! I just know dancing in the club won't be the same without my love.

And we're off!

Hello world! My name is Kate and this is my second attempt at blogging. I tried before our wedding but my poor blog was abandoned as the days got closer to the the BIG day. Now 6 months after our wedding I thought it was time to try again.

My husband and I first met in 2001 when my family moved onto his cul-de-sac. We were friends throughout high school and ran into each other at several parties in college. Then finally on Halloween 2008 we ran into each other again, and kind of stuck. We were married on September 18th 2010 at Point Dume Beach. Now we are living at my parents house, a mere 5 houses down from his parent's house. We have an awesome set up here, but we're working our butts off to save up for a house.

A quick peak from then to now.

This is my husband, Theo

Theo is a fisherman, a music lover, and a Division 1 college men's volleyball Assistant Coach.
This man is my rock. His arms have this enormous power of washing away my fears and sadness. He believes in me and I would do anything for him. He is the most kind, loveable and handsome man I've ever known.

As for me... I'm a registered nurse working in hospice. Recently I've been trying harder to squeeze creative outlets in my life. I love drawing and taking pictures. By the way, all my pictures are taken with a point and shoot. I can't wait until we get a real camera!

I think that's a good start.

Happy Tuesday!