Digital Nativity

Ok...perhaps this goes a little too far, but I gotta say: it cracks me up. :) Enjoy!

Happy St. Patrick's! (Almost)

St. Patrick's is always a fun holiday at my house, as it is also my mom's birthday. Tradition requires that we have corned beef and cabbage: traditional Irish food. She makes this fabulous dinner and we all shower her with love and presents--I'd say it's a good deal.

This year, Derek and I will have dinner at my parents and enjoy the lovely Irish heritage meal. But I realized today, that I have NO idea how to make corned beef! So, my goal this year: to learn! What am I going to do with my own kids when my mom is far away? I have to be self-sufficient, I suppose.

St. Patrick's also means the coming of green. I am a huge fan of winter, but I must admit-those first signs of spring, snow drops and crocuses, make me feel giddy for a change. I'm looking forward to green on the trees, carpets of green on the ground, and fabulous springs colors in my wardrobe (yay!).

So, Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Big Plans?

So, Derek and I will be rather boring this Valentine's Day, since we're saving every penny and sixpence for Europe. We're planning on a lovely dinner at home (well, he doesn't know that! hehe, won't he be surprised!) and our Stake Dance on Saturday. Yes, our lovely BYU young married stake is having a Valentine's Semi-formal dance, complete with DJ and chocolate fountain. :) Sometimes, I just have to laugh at the stereotypical events we participate in as Mormons at BYU. The fabulous (and hilarious) thing is, we're both really looking forward to it! Dancing with my hubby, chocolate, and an excuse to dress up--my favorite.

What are you fabulous plans for Valentine's Day this year?

p.s. Found this adorable vintage valentine at this website.

Lovely Love Music

I jumped on the beautiful Valentine's bandwagon---you can check out some of my favorite Valentiney-songs here on my blog.