Happy Birthday to Me!

After many months (even years if you count the daydreams) of contemplation, I finally decided on my 29th birthday present to myself. I knew I wanted a classic quilted Chanel bag but was having a tough time deciding on which style and what size until I saw it in person (LOVE!). I chose the Chanel Reissue 2.55 (medium size flap bag, double chain in the classic gold color, love letter zip pocket inside, outside tip pocket and the unmistakable burgundy liner).

What really sold me on this one was the Mademoiselle Lock over the CC logo closure. After all, it is the way Coco Chanel designed it herself in 1955. The CC logo was not introduced until the 80s under Karl Lagerfeld. I like that too but am less inclined to be a logo kind of girl. Read more about the difference here. It is so nice to finally be at a point in my life where I can treat myself to such luxury and I don't have to tell myself twice - "I deserve this!"

Perfect Fall Day in the Texas Hill Country

This Saturday, I escaped from a long work week by heading west to the Texas Hill Country with one of my best girl friends. We first stopped at Driftwood Vineyards for a bottle and a picnic. We ate mozzarella, tomato and pesto sandwiches and sipped wine overlooking the vineyards covering the Texas Hills. It was perfect for the cool, crisp October weather we have been blessed with recently. Next we headed to downtown Wimberley for some shopping and came back with some really great finds for our homes (pictures to follow). It really was the perfect fall day!

- Photo courtesy Driftwood Vineyards -

Celeb Websites

Recently, I have been interested in celebrity websites. It's just like reading every day people's blogs about beauty and fashion, but these people have access to advice us normal folks would never have. And they're willing to share! Here are two celebrity sites I am spending time on recently: Nicole Richie and my favorite, Gwyneth Paltrow.

We're Famous!

Our wedding was featured in a local wedding blog thanks to our fabulous photographer and friend, Kristi Wright! Check it out!

Our New Kayak!

The husband an I recently got a kayak and have been cruising the lakes in Austin, Texas. I am so looking forward to taking it to the coast in two weeks.

Provencial Honeymoon!

Lavender fields, wine, cheese, vibrant colors, passion, and most of all love - here we come! Headed to Povence and the French Riviera for 15 days on our honeymoon! I can't wait.

I feel like a princess with the special wedding treatment, this lavish trip, and my new PRINCE. I couldn't ask for more!

6.6.09 We got hitched!

We did it! Alexander and I were united in a Christian ceremony before our family and closest friends (34 people total) on June 6, 2009. I had no idea I would be so nervous in the ceremony but it all worked out, and everyone seemed to have a good time. We started with the ceremony, and served Salt Lick B-B-Q from Driftwood, Texas and folks chose tea, beer, wine, whiskey or for some, all of the above. Dinner was followed with a jass band, Bernson & Bayless, of which my friend is the singer and ukulele player. People were really impressed with the music. Then came the cutting of the cake (a $32 tres leches from the Mexican bakery down the street) and a champagne toast from our fathers and friends. Next, our friends and family hammed it up at the photo booth where a life size Elvis made an appearance. It was CRAZY! We then were sent off in a yellow cab surrounded by a gaggle of yelling friends with bells. Totally memorable and outrageous!

I must admit I am trying to come down from it all, feeling a tad bit of sadness mixed with lots of relief. I will post the details and pictures soon. Overall, the wedding was surreal, amazing and perfect for us - thanks to family, friends and a lot of planning.