The Best is Yet to Come!

Good afternoon on this hump day! For most it is nothing but a downhill slide for the rest of the work week. However, tomorrow is MY Friday! Jeff's brother will be getting MARRIED (dun dun ta dun) this weekend! We will be gaining a great sister and niece! Family has already started arriving from Texas, and I can't wait to get off from work to visit.

Jared and Kayla

Our new niece, Kailey

Some family will be here that didn't get to come to mine and Jeff's wedding, so we are very anxious and excited to see everyone! So, here is to a great a weekend filled with love, food and family! (Yes, Jeff, I had to throw in food) lol!

My 3 favorites quotes/verses are below:

"Love does not consist in gazing at each other, but in looking outward together in the same direction."
- Antoine de Saint-Exupery

Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful and endures through every circumstance.
-1 Corinthians 13:7

"A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person."
-Mignon McLaughlin

Congrats, you three! ;)

Home!

"There is no place like home!" I always forget this saying, until I stay away from home.

 Let's see it all started last week with Jennifer's wedding extravaganza. What fun we had! First was the bridesmaid lunch on Friday, with the rehearsal that night and the wedding Saturday. What a beautiful day it turned out to be, and a gorgeous bride she was.

Jennifer Johnson Allen

Sunday came and I had to start packing for my work trip to Orlando. Had a successful trade show, although would of loved to of enjoyed the city. I did get to meet customers and talk to prospects (which is great)! Worked LOOONG hours and figured out which shoes I won't be taking to the next one.


Our booth set-up

I missed my husband VERY much and was very happy to see him last night. He is usually off on Fridays, and I will tell you I had to make myself climb out of bed this morning. I still feel jet lagged, and praying I stay well. The last picture was the last night we were there, we actually got to enjoy a great dinner on the terrace then got to listen to Michael Cavanaugh.

Enjoying our last night!

Back to work I go! Jeff has made plans for us to go "shopping" this weekend. If we find something to purchase, I will be sharing with you on Monday ;) Have a great weekend!

Birthdays!

I have several birthday shout outs for this week!! First came Jennifer and Meredith's on Easter! Then was my brother-in-law and sister, which are a day a part, and last is Kristi's on Saturday! So, happy birthday to you all!

SORRY! I found this and had to! LOVE YOU BOTH!!

Ashley and Chad

Kristi

 Can't wait to give you guys details on Jennifer's wedding this weekend! We will start with dinner Thursday night, brunch/lunch on Friday, rehearsal Friday night and WEDDING on Saturday!! It is NOT going to rain. :) More posts and pics to come, be on the lookout.
Love,

J & K

Love and Marriage

J has been working 10 to 16 hour days for 6 days and counting. When I woke up this morning I had a little happy. Picture is below. He is truly the greatest and I am so blessed to have him in my life. The past weekend consisted of showers (pictures below) and Jeff working. Definitely ready for some time with him. If you read this Squinty, I LOVE YOU and appreciate all you do for us!

The showers were for my friend, Jennifer, who is getting married in 11 days!!

Jessica, JENNIFER, Kim and Megan

and the second shower is for my brother in law, soon to be sister in law and niece, Jared and Kayla. They will be tying the knot on April 28th! Jeff and I are so excited to have them join our family.

The following pictures are in sequence. The card read, "Welcome to our family, Kailey. We love you! Jeff and Kim"



Kailey SO excited to open her gift





She got a bracelet with a "K" on it!



She was proud :)

I also found a link I want to share with you, it gives 25 tips on marriage. I plan on printing it out and framing it. Click here, you WON'T be disappointed!

Birthday Gifts

Sorry, I am being a slacker. Work has been long this week. For J's birthday we ended up at Anthony's Restaurant (which I LOVE, BUT was Jeff's decision to go). Not our best experience there but we had a great time getting out. Before we left the house I made Jeff open his gifts (because I can never wait). I made him open up a card that morning, then in the afternoon open a box and it was boot warmers. Some people may think that was a silly gift, but he truly needs it. Plus, my husband may be the hardest person to buy for. If he wants something, he doesn't wait for someone to buy it for him, he just goes out and gets it on his own. Needless to say, I never know what to get him. I made him open his second card next (which had his big gift in it). How's that? Well, his actual gift hasn't come in yet, so I printed off a picture of it...A DIGITAL SMOKER!

We had a great time, and wish it didn't have to end. He truly is the greatest and I am lucky to be his wife!

Something I ordered: Another sister from another mother, Kristen [which is Taylor's sister (previous post)] made this for my front door...don't be jealous ;) If interested, you can leave me a comment or send me an email at kimschafer2@gmail.com and I will get you her information or send more things that she has done. LOVE IT! THANK YOU, Kristen!

Birthday Wishes!

Happy birthday to my wonderful husband! We will be going out to celebrate his birthday at his restaurant of choice and then will be given his gifts. I hope he has a wonderful day, because he deserves it and more!

Last year's birthday- LOVE that smile

Happy birthday, J!!

Love you more than you will ever know and can't wait to celebrate tonight! :)

Men and Their Toys

Sorry for the delay, work has been extra busy. So, all I told you was that when I arrived home, I noticed that Jeff made a purchase while I was gone. Before I go any further, I do want to say that he has talked about it for over a year now, and once I tell you what it is I will go into deeper why.

I was so excited to see my husband Sunday, then as I am pulling up I notice there is a MOTORCYCLE sitting in the driveway. I knew he was going to look and test drive one, but didn't know he would buy one while I was gone. SURPRISE!

I must say that if that is what he truly wants then I am so happy for him. He actually sold his first one to buy my engagment ring. It was a selfless and sweet act and my ring means more to me than he will ever know. I guess that is why I got over him buying it within 15 minutes.

OH WELL, that is just one more thing for us to do as a couple. I mean who doesn't enjoy having their arms wrapped around their husband?! If so, then you may need to find the post where I talked about being a better partner. ;)



J's new ride (I will get a better one soon)