On January 30, 2008, Skip (aka Derek) took Erin and her dad out for an evening in NYC. He asked popped the question (in front of her dad! gutsy, right?!).

She said yes.

And there was much celebrating.

Cut to October 24, 2008.

8 months and 24 days have past since that exciting night.

There have been countless hours spent planning and budgeting and deciding and waiting.

It’s finally time for the rehearsal . . . !

and rehearsal dinner!!

And presents!

I think she likes it.

Blue Diamonds = Something Blue!!

He likes his watch, too.

Aww!!

We continued celebrating well into the night with an after-party / Velvet Elvis Reunion (next post).

To all our service men & women, past & present - Thank you for everything you do for our country! Your courage is inspiring and your service is humbling.

To all the families of veterans - Thank you for supporting our service men & women. Being the ones left at home isn’t always easy but, for those in the armed services, it’s wonderful to have someone to come home to.

And to my favorite veteran - Thank you! I admire your courage, dedication, and love of country. You’ve taught me to be a better person and citizen. I love you, Dad!

Ok. That’s probably a gross over estimation. But today our save the dates were featured on the Brooklyn Bride blog (try saying that 3 times fast). Check out my post on Floating Apples!!

Or should I say, “Picture the Edited”?

I think this is way better than the sleepy eyed one.

Don’t forget to get out and vote!! We did. Rob got us up at o-dark-thirty (or 5:30am, for those of you who like real numbers). Well, he got up at 5:30, I couldn’t roll my butt out until a little before 6.

We wore our t-shirts & buttons. Yes, we know it’s “electioneering;” we buttoned up before going inside.

We voted over on Clinton St. and there was a small line. They only had one booth but it was exciting to see that many people out in downtown Newark so early in the morning. It took us a little over an hour, round-trip. Steve Diner, the Chancellor of Rutgers-Newark, was there voting but I doubt he recognized me.

Tonight Bobby & I are meeting Rob at 30 Rock. We’re gonna watch the votes roll in at Democracy Plaza.

So no matter who you’re backing, don’t forget to get out there and VOTE!!!!

I finally got the pictures up from the event Erin, Lyndsay & I went to over on my Floating Apples blog.

Check it out here. Thanks for coming with me, guys!!

Halloween is my favorite holiday of all time. But by now my love for dress up shouldn’t surprise you. Our last year living in 22, we had the BEST halloween party! Since we don’t have pictures from this years Halloween, indulge me in a little trip down memory lane.

That witches brew was mighty tasty, if I do say so myself.

 Miss you (former) roomies!!

Happy Halloween!!

While I’m not an avid baseball fan, the Phillies are are my hometown team. I have many fond memories watching Mike Schmidt in Aunt Carole & Uncle Rudy’s living room, hanging out with Bre and eating pepperoni sandwiches off a Batman plate. This championship has been a long time coming.

And THE BEST mascot of all time -

(pictures from www.nytimes.com, www.latimes.com, www.cleveland.com, & www.post-gazette.com)

October is a busy month for our family. Mom & Dad celebrate their birthdays a mere 19 days apart. Dad’s unfortunately fell on a Tuesday this year, so we couldn’t come down. Mom’s was this past Sunday (after Erin & Skip’s wedding). Mom, Dad, Diggie, Rob and I celebrated with cake for breakfast before we had to take Digs to the airport. Wish I had some pictures but Rob did catch “Happy Birthday” with the Flip -

Happy Birthday, Mom & Dad!!!! We love you!

Oct. 4th we drove over to Carinwood in PA for Kristie & Dan’s wedding. I brought Mr. Bill’s camera along and snagged a couple shots. It was a gorgeous wedding! Check it out. We love you guys!

Their signature drink was a very yummy pomegranate martini.

And my favorite picture of the day (click to enlarge) - CAKE. SMASH!!!