Ahhh what an amazing two weeks it has been being an engaged women–and yes the entire two weeks has been spent away from my darling (until tomorrow night!). We are learning, quite quickly I might add, that there is so much to consider and plan for. Although we had picked out a tentative date, that may change with the availability of a reception site and photographer. Thank goodness we are flexible and easy going!
Saturday the 7th my mom, matron of honor (Maria) and I went shopping for my wedding dress. Before my mom and I had even left the house my dad was freely giving advice:
“Don’t buy anything” & “Don’t sign your name” says dad.
Well, I shook my ahead and smiled to acknowledge that I heard him…well… I didn’t heed his advice. I did end up buying my dress this weekend!! I could tell by the reactions of mom and Maria-before I even saw it in the mirror. And after I saw it it was just perfect. It feels great, and is really really pretty! Sorry readers but my darling sweet fiance reads my blog, so no pictures will be posted or details given-in keeping with the tradition!
So that is really nice to have done, now we have a laundry list of things to consider. We are spending our Valentine’s Day looking at reception sites and gathering information-as we need to pick and book a place soon. I am praying that the Lord will bless us with the place on Saturday!
In addition to thinking about the wedding and planning I have been trying to spend a good amount of time in the gym. I joined Anytime Fittness and I am completely enjoying my experiences there. And I am feeling better with each work out! I am keeping tabs on the milage I walk/jog out of curiosity for myself!
If you recall in my previous posts last year, before I met Kyle, I was struggling to find a home church. I ended up going back to the Angels Camp church since then. However I have attended church with Kyle and his family in Folsom whenever I get the chance. I am quickly seeing what God’s plan was all along…I already had a home church awaiting me where Kyle and his family attend. I am now going to attended there regularly. The people are awesome, the feel is very welcoming, and small groups are starting up 
I am so excited about the future! I can’t even put it into words.
My sweet Kyle posted about our day trip to the sierras please check it out here.
Well, that is all for right now! I hope this finds everyone well!
-in Christ,
Holly
I got my dress the first time I went shopping too. Got the same reaction from my mom too. She started crying.
I’m so excited for you Holly! If anyone deserves all the happiness in the world, it’s you! 
Sweetie, I’m so glad you found your dress already – that’s one less thing for you to worry about in the next few months!
I can’t wait to see it in August! 
It sure was fun trying on wedding rings with you last night! Don’t worry, the Lord will be faithful and bless our efforts to find the perfect location this weekend.