Calligraphy from the Calligrapher

I haven't been on in a while, cause I think I had a mini meltdown and all I wanted to do was rest. I wasn't depressed, but my bed sure felt good. Anywho, we all know that can only last for so long, so I'm back on it. In the midst of packing, trying to sell the house, scheduling visits from potential buyers, job hunting, working, homework, etc. Wow, I'm exhausted just typing that!

As I stated, that could only last so long, so the whistle has blown and I'm ready to get back on the field to play. Got a call today from a bride who has 175 invitations! She desires my services and I'm mentally preparing myself for a weekend full of writing. The extra money will be great and it'll keep my mind off of all the crazy stuff that is taking place in my life right now. Until next time...

Moving?!?!?!?

Greetings, I haven't had a post in a while because I'm moving!!!! I'm in the process of relocating to Louisiana, trying to sell my home, find a school for my son and jobhunting. My head hurts just to type this information. I'm typing this post while I sit at my soon-to-be new home in Baton Rouge with my wonderful groom and son. LOL He just asked what I was doing and stated that he feels neglected. Moving on...

Anywho, I'm in Louisiana because I have a job interview on tomorrow. The best part of the job is it's right down the street from the house and our home is right around the corner from my bestest cousin DeeShonda, who is also my Maid of Honor in the wedding. I guess this moving thing is lookin up!!! Wish me luck!

Opposites Attract!

My groom is the type of person that you have to really know because his sense of humor is one left to be desired. When he does show his sense of humor, you have to verify it with him. I, on the other hand, am the light of the party and have never met a stranger. He thinks it's totally crazy that I can get invited to an engagement party by a total stranger just because we chatted about our recent engagements.

I guess we balance each other out and besides, we look great together! The Forgotten Groom is NO MORE!

The Forgotten Groom

My groom, Spencer M. Nelson, Jr., brought to my attention that he is not mentioned in my blog. I reminded him that he is not "social networking" friendly. However, he told me today that he feels like the "forgotten" groom. He also asked if I was embaressed of him. Are you kidding me?!?!?!?! He's a stud! I LOVE U Spencer!!!! Can't wait until Nov. 13th!

Baby Diversion!

Okay, I'm planning to move, find a school for my little person, find a job and plan 2 baby showers for my "good" girlfriends! WTH?!?!?!?!?!?!? Did I mention the blood vessel that exploded in my eye? Anywho, babies are coming out of the wood work. I try not to touch any of the infected mothers to ensure that a baby doesn't rub off on me. LOL However, I found some TREEmendous decor! Oh, they are all having boys! Did I mention I'm planning their showers?!?!?! This POST is for an "It's a Boy Shower." I'll post the shower that includes a HIGH TEA later!

Did I mention that they messed up my color scheme? Well, I love boys, so it's okay.

Music!!!

I have a friend that whenever he hears a good song, he yells out MUSIC!!! Well, that's what I plan to have at our shingdig. No Lil Wayne or anyone who's name sounds like a nickname out of the hood. My music perspective has broaden since I've been listening to WCLK 91.9 (Clark-Atlanta University). The music will be nice and tasteful. However, the last hour will be wild and loose!

Family and YOUR Wedding

When I tell you the fangs came out when we first started talking about our wedding. It was mess. I wanted something small and offset the cost of a traditional wedding. My groom wasn’t trying to hear it. I then thought about a destination with the two of us and our parents, but we have kids, so no real party there. Then, I said well, let’s get married in GA and if folks want to share our day, they’ll be there (the family is in LA).

OMG, you would have thought I had cursed in church. I was told, GA was too far to travel, decrease your guest list to accommodate everyone, if you look hard enough you’ll find a place you can afford, the two of you make enough money to have a nice wedding, stop being cheap! Are you frickin’ kidding me?!?!?!?!? After digesting all of these comments, I came to one conclusion, if it’s going to be done, it will be done MY way. So, from there, I chose a catering facility that would accommodate ME! Meaning, they provide everything except the photographer and the favors and it’s cost effective. My bridal party is drama-free and financially secure. I made my guest list (all 100 of them) people who I really wanted to be around (except for a few family members I was obligated to invite). I’ve even thought about a low maintenance hairstyle which will not require me being in the hair salon all day.

The gist of this POST is that family can be the worse when it comes to spending YOUR money. However, in the end, I will have it MY WAY cause I Pay The Cost to be The Boss!