So, I wrote what I honestly feel are three fabulous poems today. They are all different, a mix of fiction and imagination, and inspired for/about my muse, Josh. I thought I'd share. Any comments are welcome! Love y'all!
1)Wedding Day started: 1-28-10
Today is the day. The wedding bells ring loudly in my head
As caterers carefully prepare the greens, the meat, the bread.
Decorations are hung with precision and extravagant care
Candles, chocolates and soft perfumed flowers placed exactly there.
Outside, in the warm sun, chairs are unfolded and set in straight, white rows.
The entryway, the railing, both draped in simple ribbon and detailed bows.
My beaded ivory gown flows over my shoulders and down to the floor
While the bridesmaids dressed in spring green, reassure me as they head for the door.
Mom tells me that she loves me as she moves toward her seat.
Bouquet-holding hands shake as I glance at the mirror filled with nerves and unsteady feet.
I go to the start of the aisle and take my grandfather’s hand as the music begins.
We slowly walk to the groom, I see none but him.
2)Little Moments 2-2-10
Walking down the street
My iPod hits a familiar tune.
As Brad sings about love
I realize mine for you.
Strolling in the hot city sun
I listen as he talks about
Particular moments with his girl
And why they are so special.
Listening helps me realize
What you are to me.
You make me love drunk
And star struck every day.
I can’t hold it in.
Shouting from the rooftops,
Singing in the streets,
I finally found you.
Waiting all my life,
Being with all the wrong people
Makes me see how perfect you are,
How perfect we are.
I silently agree with Brad.
Little moments spent with you
Are what makes my life sweet.
I love you.
3)Love In Charleston 2-2-10
The sun beats down, warm on my head
As I walk along King Street
Passing the stores, alleys and bustling people,
Becoming closer to you with each step.
Slowing by Marion Square, I see a man.
He sits cross-legged under a large tree
Contemplating while reading Poe
As a couple plays Frisbee nearby, smiling.
Moving forward once more,
The blue buds in my ears bring me
A familiar tune by Colbie Callat,
Who begins to sing her feelings.
I listen to her falling in love,
Whispering about her shyness,
And then I see you.
Wonderful you.
Watching you, I see you look up,
Mischievously smile, then drop your head,
Eyes following your feet
Until you grow closer to me.
As your tall lanky body strides opposite of me,
I take your hand in mine as I meet you.
Our fingers collide and twist
Like some dramatic, deadly car crash.
I give a quick squeeze, eyes close,
And smooth lips quickly greet each other.
The sun continues to pound us
As we stroll together along King Street.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Drawing 1
Thought I'd post some pictures of drawings I've been working on both in class and out. Enjoy and feel free to critique!
Monday, January 11, 2010
Wedding Bliss
I've discovered that being engaged is actually very fun and not as stressful as most people tell you. Planning with the wonderful combination of college classes isn't extremely difficult either. Speaking of planning, I know it's generally more understandable for the bride, bridesmaids, and mother to do ALL the planning and the groom to just show up, but Josh has given his two-cents when he deems it appropriate and most of the time it's been perfectly helpful.
To relay to you every wedding detail accomplished or plotted out this far would make me very happy and allow me to share thanks where it is due... But, first we'll start with me. ;) My dress fitting this afternoon! (Thanks mom.) It was awesome! I'm so excited that it is now only four months til the wedding (May 15th y'all!) and stuff can actually be happening now. Alright so the details... The low-down on the wedding vibe...
1. We have the Palmer Home Bed & Breakfast for the ceremony, though whether it is inside the lovely antique room or the courtyard depends on how many people actually attend. You see, the guest list has grown as distant cousins were added from both of us and the number of people we were sure would attend has now shifted upwards pushing the fire and safety regulations for inside. Not to mention everyone would have to stand because there would be no room for chairs.
*Thank you to my wonderful fiance Josh for letting me marry him in such a pretty place.
2. The Charleston Yacht Club has been acquired as Mom vetoed the small bohemian restaurant I first sighted. It's large bay-viewing room with wooden floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, bar, kitchen, tables and chairs has a nice set up and will be perfect for entertaining all of those who come to watch us wed.
*Thank you to Mom and Pops for splurging even when you couldn't.
3. The one thing that Josh insisted on from the beginning was the food; he wanted BBQ from Sticky Fingers! We love BBQ so it was natural to serve it at the reception. BBQ chicken, wings, mac n cheese, green beans, baked beans, house salads, fruit tray, deli tray to make sandwiches, and a cheese tray. It's all been ordered and I can't wait to eat it!
*Thank you to Don and Ms. Ann for generously helping us.
4. A major part of the decoration is the floral arrangements. They add color to a table and create something to look at while eating some good BBQ. A few days in Alabama and I now have 10 beautiful centerpieces, 2 mothers coursages, 3 grandmothers corsages, a grooms boutonniere, groomsmen bouonnieres, fathers and grandfathers boutonnieres, a guest table flower bowl, 3 bridesmaid bouquets, a tossing bouquet and my gorgeous bridal bouquet. All are very spring-like and will be an amazing addition.
*Special thanks to Grandma, Grandpa and Aunt Patsy for buying and arranging the wonderful pieces.
5. A buttercream cake with flowers will be the great centerpiece for it's own table. Chocolate and vanilla mable cake with vanilla buttercream icing. Yum.
*Thank you Aunt Tammy, my good baker relative.
6. The invitations are printed and ready to be sent out this weekend!
*Thanks to Mom and Pops for purchasing them for us.
7. My hair will be done in an up-do on the day of the wedding.
*Thank you Aunt Michelle for helping me.
8. White chocolate pink roses handmade will be on every table for guests to take with them or munch on after dinner and cake.
*Thank you Dad and Tess for taking the time.
9. Wedding pictures will be taken through-out the evening of the activities and a video of the ceremony and reception by close friends.
*Thank you Rick Dickert and Alex Johnson.
I can't wait for the day to arrive, but I know I will miss the fun planning and anticipation building part too. See you there! May 15th! Don't forget! :)
To relay to you every wedding detail accomplished or plotted out this far would make me very happy and allow me to share thanks where it is due... But, first we'll start with me. ;) My dress fitting this afternoon! (Thanks mom.) It was awesome! I'm so excited that it is now only four months til the wedding (May 15th y'all!) and stuff can actually be happening now. Alright so the details... The low-down on the wedding vibe...
1. We have the Palmer Home Bed & Breakfast for the ceremony, though whether it is inside the lovely antique room or the courtyard depends on how many people actually attend. You see, the guest list has grown as distant cousins were added from both of us and the number of people we were sure would attend has now shifted upwards pushing the fire and safety regulations for inside. Not to mention everyone would have to stand because there would be no room for chairs.
*Thank you to my wonderful fiance Josh for letting me marry him in such a pretty place.
2. The Charleston Yacht Club has been acquired as Mom vetoed the small bohemian restaurant I first sighted. It's large bay-viewing room with wooden floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, bar, kitchen, tables and chairs has a nice set up and will be perfect for entertaining all of those who come to watch us wed.
*Thank you to Mom and Pops for splurging even when you couldn't.
3. The one thing that Josh insisted on from the beginning was the food; he wanted BBQ from Sticky Fingers! We love BBQ so it was natural to serve it at the reception. BBQ chicken, wings, mac n cheese, green beans, baked beans, house salads, fruit tray, deli tray to make sandwiches, and a cheese tray. It's all been ordered and I can't wait to eat it!
*Thank you to Don and Ms. Ann for generously helping us.
4. A major part of the decoration is the floral arrangements. They add color to a table and create something to look at while eating some good BBQ. A few days in Alabama and I now have 10 beautiful centerpieces, 2 mothers coursages, 3 grandmothers corsages, a grooms boutonniere, groomsmen bouonnieres, fathers and grandfathers boutonnieres, a guest table flower bowl, 3 bridesmaid bouquets, a tossing bouquet and my gorgeous bridal bouquet. All are very spring-like and will be an amazing addition.
*Special thanks to Grandma, Grandpa and Aunt Patsy for buying and arranging the wonderful pieces.
5. A buttercream cake with flowers will be the great centerpiece for it's own table. Chocolate and vanilla mable cake with vanilla buttercream icing. Yum.
*Thank you Aunt Tammy, my good baker relative.
6. The invitations are printed and ready to be sent out this weekend!
*Thanks to Mom and Pops for purchasing them for us.
7. My hair will be done in an up-do on the day of the wedding.
*Thank you Aunt Michelle for helping me.
8. White chocolate pink roses handmade will be on every table for guests to take with them or munch on after dinner and cake.
*Thank you Dad and Tess for taking the time.
9. Wedding pictures will be taken through-out the evening of the activities and a video of the ceremony and reception by close friends.
*Thank you Rick Dickert and Alex Johnson.
I can't wait for the day to arrive, but I know I will miss the fun planning and anticipation building part too. See you there! May 15th! Don't forget! :)
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Letter To Copper
I’ve been scared to write to you,
Because nothing seems sufficient to say.
I can tell you that I miss you more than life,
And that I think about you each day.
The hole in my heart is continuous,
As I feel you everywhere around me.
I come home, waiting to hear you bark,
And looking around the house, you are all I see.
My dreams are empty chases and when I wake I cry,
I simply can’t sleep, without you snoring by my side.
Waking up each morning your absence is immediately known,
I would stay in bed all day and weep, but I rise only for my pride.
I would give anything to see you again,
I need you in my life. You’re still my best friend.
If only I’d have talked to God and made a special deal,
Then here you’d still be, instead of at your life’s end.
Almost a whole year without you doesn’t seem possible,
There’s no way I could have survived.
Our walks, talks, memories don’t really feel over.
In your wake I am completely deprived.
I hope more than anything that a Heaven exists for you,
With your rawhides, babies and our Oreos galore.
It’s that Heaven that I’ll go to, to be with you someday,
And all day we’ll cruise in your wagon along the beach’s shore.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Marriage in Your Twenties Isn’t So Abnormal Anymore
Past Divorces Push College Students to Sincerely Say Their Vows
Most college students aren’t thinking about marriage. Or they are but for the “future”, you know, “after college”. I’m not one of those students. I have been dating my fiancé since my junior year of high school. I didn’t see marriage in my near future at the time, but when he asked me last June, I couldn’t imagine saying no. Talking to others both older and my age about my engagement causes me to wonder why young marriage is so looked down upon?
I understand that attending college and getting married don’t normally go hand-in-hand. They are two major events in a person’s life that both require time, effort, thought and a lot of money. College is an important time of personal growth and development in life, while marriage is the act of choosing to spend that life with someone you love. To older generations, getting married while in college may be the equivalent of getting married too young, but in today’s society more college students are deciding that taking the plunge shouldn’t always wait on the matter of time.
In today’s world marriage vows aren’t often as sacred as they used to be compared to my grandparents era. During that time, vows spoken were meant and both people went into the marriage believing that they could, and would, work through problems and difficulties together instead of utilizing the fall-back plan of divorce. Since divorce is so very common, it may be the hidden pushing factor for people in their twenties to get married with confidence instead of doubt. A large majority of students come from families who have suffered from divorce and instead of allowing their past to create a fear of marriage, they declare instead to be stronger than the generation that raised them, both being certain in their choices.
I completely understand the reactions I receive occasionally when college students my own age realize that I’m getting married. Though most express joy that I seem so confident and happy, others are curious as to “why now?” I personally don’t think I should have to wait two more years to marry my best friend when we’ve already spent three years together. One common “mistake” people claim is made by getting married in their twenties is that those tying the knot will grow apart as they continue to mature. I agree that is a valid point, on the other hand though, growing with someone I love from a younger age gives us more time to grow together. For example, I will have a partner to help my moral when classes get difficult and giving up on school looks good. When the time comes to search for a permanent job, I will also have someone to aid my application completion for the perfect location and salary. Speaking of money, it is also nice to know that I will have financial support with an extra income right after I graduate and not have to live in an apartment with roommates until I have enough saved up. Plus we would have a few extra years to save, adjust and plan for starting a family. Though not all college students are thinking about marriage, I am and I feel lucky that both of these major life experiences can be shared.
Most college students aren’t thinking about marriage. Or they are but for the “future”, you know, “after college”. I’m not one of those students. I have been dating my fiancé since my junior year of high school. I didn’t see marriage in my near future at the time, but when he asked me last June, I couldn’t imagine saying no. Talking to others both older and my age about my engagement causes me to wonder why young marriage is so looked down upon?
I understand that attending college and getting married don’t normally go hand-in-hand. They are two major events in a person’s life that both require time, effort, thought and a lot of money. College is an important time of personal growth and development in life, while marriage is the act of choosing to spend that life with someone you love. To older generations, getting married while in college may be the equivalent of getting married too young, but in today’s society more college students are deciding that taking the plunge shouldn’t always wait on the matter of time.
In today’s world marriage vows aren’t often as sacred as they used to be compared to my grandparents era. During that time, vows spoken were meant and both people went into the marriage believing that they could, and would, work through problems and difficulties together instead of utilizing the fall-back plan of divorce. Since divorce is so very common, it may be the hidden pushing factor for people in their twenties to get married with confidence instead of doubt. A large majority of students come from families who have suffered from divorce and instead of allowing their past to create a fear of marriage, they declare instead to be stronger than the generation that raised them, both being certain in their choices.
I completely understand the reactions I receive occasionally when college students my own age realize that I’m getting married. Though most express joy that I seem so confident and happy, others are curious as to “why now?” I personally don’t think I should have to wait two more years to marry my best friend when we’ve already spent three years together. One common “mistake” people claim is made by getting married in their twenties is that those tying the knot will grow apart as they continue to mature. I agree that is a valid point, on the other hand though, growing with someone I love from a younger age gives us more time to grow together. For example, I will have a partner to help my moral when classes get difficult and giving up on school looks good. When the time comes to search for a permanent job, I will also have someone to aid my application completion for the perfect location and salary. Speaking of money, it is also nice to know that I will have financial support with an extra income right after I graduate and not have to live in an apartment with roommates until I have enough saved up. Plus we would have a few extra years to save, adjust and plan for starting a family. Though not all college students are thinking about marriage, I am and I feel lucky that both of these major life experiences can be shared.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Tagged
So since I was tagged in Carrie's blog I have to tell my 5 obsessions. Here we go!
1) I try to read at least 100 pages of my current book everyday before bed. And if during those 100 pages I finish my current book, I read the first chapter or two of the one I have lined up to read next.
2) Even my text messages must have excellent grammar or it really bothers me.
3) I love a sparkling clean sink with no dishes in it so I'm obsessed with placing everything immediately in the dishwasher or hand-washing it.
4) My mini library must be organized by author and then publishing date even if that means I have to shift all the books to make room for a recently finished one.
5) I have to have my camera with me always. I feel that one could never know when a key moment needs to be captured on film.
1) I try to read at least 100 pages of my current book everyday before bed. And if during those 100 pages I finish my current book, I read the first chapter or two of the one I have lined up to read next.
2) Even my text messages must have excellent grammar or it really bothers me.
3) I love a sparkling clean sink with no dishes in it so I'm obsessed with placing everything immediately in the dishwasher or hand-washing it.
4) My mini library must be organized by author and then publishing date even if that means I have to shift all the books to make room for a recently finished one.
5) I have to have my camera with me always. I feel that one could never know when a key moment needs to be captured on film.
Margarita Is Dead
Well, the money pit can't get any deeper really. First, we have the wedding bands to pay off, then the regular monthly bills including morgage, phone, electric and water. Of course we need food for us and the dogs too. With the addition of the wedding costs this year, we've been saving and pinching where-ever we could. (Please note that when I say "we" I mean "mostly Josh".) Josh is really good at it too. Took me making him watch a couple Dave Ramsey DVDs but he caught the saving bug and hoarded as much as he could in the safe. With the new Domino's part-time job he's been happy to receive some generous tips and gripe when he receives a dollar fifty. He had a significant amount saved, not millions, but enough for an emergency which is exactly what occured when I was driving home this weekend. The "Check Engine" light came on about 30 miles from Mount Pleasant.
Now to clarify, I know that cars need the oil changed often, the tires require air to roll and the basic theory of changing one, and which tube to pour the windshield wiper fluid in. Sadly, that's majority of my knowledge though I am learning more with Josh's instruction. After taking the car to the AAA down the road on Sunday, we learned that the transmission needs to be replaced, the radiator needs to be replaced, the timing belt needs to be replaced, the car needs a general tune-up and the oil is about due to be changed again. Keeping in mind that my car is 12 years old, it could be worse. The main thing is that we don't have the $3,000-$4,000 needed to repair it. So my faithful, freshly-cleaned Margarita is basically dead to me.
Josh's plan now is to buy a used transmission that would fit my car and fix some of the minor things, then sell it for what we can get and move me up to a newer car. Dum dum dum. I'll survive, but I'll miss Margarita. We had some great times together; learning to drive, going to school every morning, taking dogs to the park or doggie wash, driving to Charleston from home and home from Charleston, and trips to the beach with college friends. But now that I guess that our time together is coming to a close, I suppose that I should wish for another faithful and reliable car just like Margarita has been. Off to cartrader, craiglist, kbb and all the others!
Now to clarify, I know that cars need the oil changed often, the tires require air to roll and the basic theory of changing one, and which tube to pour the windshield wiper fluid in. Sadly, that's majority of my knowledge though I am learning more with Josh's instruction. After taking the car to the AAA down the road on Sunday, we learned that the transmission needs to be replaced, the radiator needs to be replaced, the timing belt needs to be replaced, the car needs a general tune-up and the oil is about due to be changed again. Keeping in mind that my car is 12 years old, it could be worse. The main thing is that we don't have the $3,000-$4,000 needed to repair it. So my faithful, freshly-cleaned Margarita is basically dead to me.
Josh's plan now is to buy a used transmission that would fit my car and fix some of the minor things, then sell it for what we can get and move me up to a newer car. Dum dum dum. I'll survive, but I'll miss Margarita. We had some great times together; learning to drive, going to school every morning, taking dogs to the park or doggie wash, driving to Charleston from home and home from Charleston, and trips to the beach with college friends. But now that I guess that our time together is coming to a close, I suppose that I should wish for another faithful and reliable car just like Margarita has been. Off to cartrader, craiglist, kbb and all the others!
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