Freeland/Grant Wedding Weekend!

Hello ladies! Since the wedding is coming up, I thought it would be a good idea to use the blog as a place to share our travel itineraries so we know when everyone will be driving in/flying it/etc.

With that being said:

George and I land on Friday at 2:35pm. We take off on Sunday at 5:30pm, so if anyone is around Sunday morning/afternoon, perhaps we can do a brunch get together? Just a thought. Both of our flights are Southwest, so if anyone is flying on that, we'll all probably be in the same terminal.

I can't wait for the wedding festivities! Looking forward to seeing you all!

P.S. Kate, if George and I want to go out to dinner on Friday night somewhere within walking distance of the hotel, is it okay if we go out with Grace? Or would you prefer us to just stay in the hotel? Wanted to check with you......

family time

I have been spending so much time with family lately. We went down to Sullivan, IN for Libbie's first bridal shower, which was thrown by her future sister and mother-in-law. Matt's family is just so sweet and nice to just hang out with. The storms were pretty intense while we were there- the power went out in our hotel and the alarms wouldn't stop beeping. Michelle--how were the storms in St. Louis? I can't believe I haven't talked to you about that...

We had our first Easter with Grace and as much fun as it was we were exhausted by the end of the day. We had a delicious brunch at Ditka's restaurant after mass at Holy Name. Then, we spent the rest of the day with my big and crazy family. Thanks to my Mom, Grace had this adorable mint green Easter Sunday dress- with the exception of her having a bonnet instead of a big hat, she's dressed exactly how Libbie and I were growing up. Ali & Lauren-- did your Mothers dress you up and make you wear tights and big hats when you were little or was it just me?

We are beyond excited to see everyone again for Lauren's wedding next weekend- ahhhhh...it is so soon! I've talked to everyone recently and as much as I can't publicly post about my recent update (now it's not until next week), others can...I look forward to all of your new posts! xoxo

IU- Little 5

High five to Little 5. Check out the Little 5 shout out YouTube clip. Bryce Fox is one of Libbie's good friends from IU (he is Nick, Lib's ex-boyfriend's, roommate). The quality of these videos are great. They are definitely worth the little break in your busy day so you can daydream about all of us being in Bloomington.

I've also added my favorite Bryce Fox Indiana video as well. (Just in case you haven't seen it yet).

PS Watch out btown...Grace will be making a Little 5 appearance!

Back from a wonderful trip!

I am back from Ireland!  The trip was amazing and I definitely recommend Ireland to anyone who hasn't been yet.  Highlights: the Guinness Factory, the Guinness, Killarney National Park, Dingle, Doolin, Cliffs of Moher, and hiking Croagh Patrick.   We wouldn't change anything we did and we hope to go back someday and spend more time exploring the small towns along the west coast (our favorite part).  I have uploaded two albums to Picassa, the first is a summary with only about 150 pictures and the second is all 500 pictures, I hope you enjoy!
Ireland Summary
Ireland

My New Idea

Hi friends! I want to apologize for not checking the blog sooner - I have been busy traveling the world and preparing for my big move (which I still cannot believe is actually happening)!

Ali, WOW, we have a lot to talk about! Welcome to the wonderful world of an under-active thyroid condition. My synthroid and I have finally become best friends (that only took me about 8 years - you all would be proud to know that I finally take it daily!). Kate, I am so so so sorry about Gumball. How is the eating going? Lauren, Good Luck with the new job - I can't wait to hear about it! And finally Kat, I hope the trip is awesome and I can't wait to see the pictures!

Here is my new idea what if we create a new tab on the blog just for healthy recipes! I think this could help everyone. I know that Kate and I have talked a lot about having me help her with basic healthy cooking ideas -- and now this might be really really helpful for Ali too! What do you guys think??

Question for The Soon-to-Be Mrs. Grant!

Lauren -
Where are you registered for your wedding? It's coming so soon, which means I need to get moving on a wedding gift!

Love,
Ali

Moving Day

Start the new job tomorrow... wish me luck that I don't embarrass myself more than five times... that's the numbers I've decided is acceptable before you shouldn't allow yourself to return the next day... trust me I've seen it happen... tragic.