27 March 2010

wedding ideas. part 5: some more cute things.

i just like old windows used as decoration:


some more flower arrangements that i like:


mason jars hanging from trees, again. i just can't get enough:

maybe some homemade jam & apple butter for gifts:

25 March 2010

my most favorite wedding (photos) ever.

http://blog.benblood.com/2010/03/22/emilycolby-a-wild-west-wedding/

here's some photos, but you should check out this link to see them all.
the wedding is absolutely incredible.
and the photography is the best i've ever seen.






19 March 2010

wedding ideas. part 4: things and such cont'd.

this is a must. i LOVE this idea:
a nest ring pillow:


possible cake toppers?...



i'm trying to find the perfect center piece. we want everything in our wedding to be of some other use. i like this idea. a lot.

here's another wedding with a tree as the centerpiece:

17 March 2010

wedding ideas. part 3: the attire.

the dress - some of my favorite finds so far:

i like the sheer material. and layers.
i like these straps, the lace, and slender design.
i like this one the most. i'm just still not sure if i want a short or long dress.
lace is always elegant.
matching socks for the boys...so cute.

wedding ideas. part 2: things and such.

i love this table setting:
maybe everyone can donate tableware for the night:
mason jars with flowers and tea lights, hanging from the trees is a must:
i like when the inside is out:
maybe we could find a quaint, old door for an entry way:
a bouquet of lavender would be quite nice:
or this one:

wedding ideas. part 1: location.

hoping for a location somewhat like this:
or this:
or this:

and for the reception, something like this... maybe:
or this:
(and leaving on a tandem would be perfect.)

16 March 2010

You have sustained.
and You will continue to sustain.

may i never lose faith.
and always hope in You.

03 March 2010

[the only true joy on earth is to escape from the prison of our own false self, and enter by love into union with the Life Who dwells and sings within the essence of every creature and in the core of our own souls.]
-thomas merton
new seeds of contemplation.

02 March 2010

matthew 5:20-26

be reconciled to your brother.
look past others' shortcomings.
seek unity.
forgive.
let go of anger.

luke 6:36-38

"for with the measure you use,
it will be measured to you."

the more we empty ourselves and give to others,
the more we can receive from the Father.