One year ago this week, I was doing all of the same things I’m doing this week except instead of preparing for a baby I was preparing for our wedding.
Tonight I worked the Etiquette Dinner that I’ve been planning and tomorrow night I’ll do the same thing. On Thursday and Friday I’ll be working on our big golf tournament and kick off party. Last year, I was doing the same exact thing except I was stressed for different reasons.
I had butterflies in my stomach about all the events I was working on and the biggest event of my life: our wedding! I was juggling phone calls with our caterer, the contact at the chapel, and the people at the golf course. I was so worried that something was going to fall through the cracks– and nothing did. I was worried about everything I ate because I needed to fit into my size 4 wedding dress. I was excited about seeing all of my best friends in one location! I was so excited about our Maui honeymoon and couldn’t wait to get some sun and spend time with my new husband.
This week I’m juggling doctor’s appointments, furniture deliveries, a 5 pound baby that kicks all the time, clothes that don’t fit, and conversations with the golf course and 48 student volunteers. I’m worried about everything I eat because I want to satisfy my strong hunger, but keep my little boy healthy. I’m excited about meeting my son for the first time and spending an extended period of time with my parents when they come out to meet the baby. I’m really looking forward to our anniversary trip to Savannah and then our post-baby getaway with my extended family.
History shows that spring is obviously a really busy time for me. I wonder what major life event I’ll be experiencing at this time next year. What is in store for 2010?
Todd, mom, and dad, if you’re reading this, don’t worry. I’m not going to come up with something just to keep things interesting in 2010. I think a “year off” will do us some good.
Totally unrelated, please look at the adorable stationery that arrived today from Ashley Brooke Designs! After the baby comes, I’ll debut the version with his name on it! I’m so excited about it. I can’t wait to start writing baby shower thank you notes on these! (Isn’t Fiona just the cutest thing?)
Jackie says
Wow! What a coincidence 🙂
Good luck with your busy week, I hope it all goes well!
EJ & Roo says
love love love the stationery!!
EJ & Roo says
love love love the stationery!!
EJ & Roo says
love love love the stationery!!
EJ & Roo says
love love love the stationery!!
EJ & Roo says
love love love the stationery!!
*~! megs !~* says
The stationary is the cutest EVER!! You’ve got so much going on girlie and you are just handling it! Get it girl!!
I’m super excited about your Savannah visit! Or maybe just excited that you’ll be in my town and I feel like I might have a “celebrity” sighting!!! =)
Hannah Noel says
You mean, you’re not gonna go for baby #2 to shock the crap out of everyone?? 😉
Don’t forget to take a break for yourself amidst the craziness!
Following Him says
Good luck with your week 🙂 Love how you are “taking 2010” off!
~Elyse~
Mrs. Jetplane says
Ohhh… so exciting. I adore the stationary.
Trina says
Good Luck with this week!! Everything will work out just like it did in 2008 🙂 I loveeee the stationary and can’t wait for the name of the baby to be announced!
Jess says
Wow…. what a busy and exciting time for you! You’re handling it beautifully.
Those cards are adorable. I can’t wait for Baby Boy Carroll’s name debut!
Also, I just love that engagement photo of you two.
Rachel says
Oh my goodness, that stationary is adorable! What a sweet note card!
southern daze says
Those note cards are FANTASTIC!!
GingerSnap says
OOoh, what’s his name?!?!?
All-American Preppy says
oh my goodness, Ashley has really outdone herself with that stationery–what an adorable design! Can’t wait til baby arrives 🙂
inkOBSESSIONdesigns says
Love the stationery!! 🙂
Wearing Mascara says
Good luck with everything and isn’t it neat to look back?
Also, isn’t Ashley fabulous? Her designs are really awe-inspiring! I can’t wait to hire her someday.
Jane says
Wow you are super woman! Love the new stationary! Can’t wait to see the “complete version” and know the baby’s name!
Gwen says
Good luck with all of the hustle and bustle but don’t forget to relax as much as possible. I love the stationary and can’t wait to see the name released!! XOXO
Bama Belle... says
isn’t it funny how time changes things/yet doesn’t at the same time? i love the stationary and i cannot wait for this sweet little baby to come!
Preppy 101 says
That stationery is precious! Ashley is fab!!
A Balancing Act says
Next year, around this time, you will probably be planning a fabulous 1st birthday bash for your precious one!
Love the stationary! So adorable!
SarCraw says
Really cute stationery!! I was prepping for my wedding a year ago too, and I am thinking back on it fondly.
Lucky in Love says
This is such an exciting time for you! I can’t believe you guys have already been married a year. Wow!
That stationary is precious 🙂
Mojito Maven says
I LOVE Fiona on these…i miss that sweet (not ugly) little face 🙂
It’s all so soon now!! i’m so excited for you 🙂
DocJAD says
That is the cutest stationary ever! What a year …
Sarah says
Love the stationary!!!
I went through a very similar situation-married in May of ’93 (after a four year engagement) and had our first beautiful girl in March of ’94. It was so terribly hectic at the time, but I look back on those days so fondly now. I’m 39, with a gorgeuos husband, two beautiful daughters, the perfect dog and am working from home-LOVE IT!! I wouldn’t change a thing!;)
Don’t get overworked, sweetie!
Aartee says
That stationary is adorable!
USCEmily says
Cute stationery!
Hang in there this week- you’ll make it through (and word is up here you will get all the credit this year!)
I’d love for us to go to lunch one day when things slow down for you- if that happens! We had talked at one time about having an etiquette dinner and I’d like to hear how that went for you.
GOOD LUCK with the golf tourney! I’ll be thinking about you 🙂
Christina says
That stationary is sooo cute!!
Becca says
I love that stationary, it is adorable! You will adore the life change that you are about to have with your new baby boy!
Mrs. M says
It is amazing how time can fly by!
LyndsAU says
What a year you’ve had dear! 🙂 Such an exciting one! 5 lbs. I can’t believe that. Baby Carroll is so big 🙂
I loooove that stationary. I have to have some 🙂 So cute!
Mrs. Limestone says
Love that card! So chic!
The Cape House says
You sound crazy busy. I hope everything goes well! I love that stationery with the whole family! You have such a cute new family.
Emily says
I told Ryan that we were taking a break in 2010 too!! He said.. nope we are going to start working for a boy! ha! Nope.. shop will be closed for a while:) love the notecards:) cant wait for mine to arrive:)
Melissa says
I absolutely love the stationary!
Cristina says
busy girl! Take 2010 to relax and enjoy…
Legallyblondemel says
Girl, that is a LOT to do in one year. All good things, but wow!
What is an “etiquette dinner”, and how do I get invited to one?
That really is a cute note card!
The Un-Bride says
Wow, you are a busy busy girl!
I am loving your stationary! It is so original.
NINA says
Screaming over the stationery!! A-dorable!!!
Kappa Prep says
What a wonderful time of year for you Erin! I LOVE your stationary and cannot wait to find out Baby Carrol’s name!!
Tara Gibson says
Love love love that staionary!
Missy Martini says
I love that stationary! I looked on her site and don’t see a cutom design choice ( I’m assuming that’s what you did?) please let me know! I want some!!!!
Thanks!
Missy
writing4612 says
Adorable stationary!
Pretty Personal Gifts says
That stationary is fab! Adorable!!!
Sara says
Good luck with everything! I love your pic, very cute!
Mrs. D says
That stationary is fabulous!! So cute!
Jessi says
I hope everything goes well this week (I am sure it will!)
Love the stationary!!
CTB says
Those are adorable!
a H.I.T. says
I wonder why Spring is always so busy? That stationary is fabulous.
My name is Megan... says
goodness! spring is busy for you. That stationary is SOOOO ADORABLE! Love it!
THE Stephanie says
So cute! I bet this time last year, you had no idea what you’d be in for in 2009! What a blessing!
Congrats, and take it easy!!
amy (metz) walker says
HUGE fan of the stationary. I need some stat!
CAC muffin says
I dont know how you get it all done and still have time to blog about it! But Man I’m sure glad you do! I’ve tagged in my blog- I cant wait to hear you answers
have a great busy weekend!
The Rest is Still Unwritten says
I love your stationary!
Maggie says
Congrats on a busy, busy year!
Naturally Caffeinated Family says
I hope your week and weekend went really well busy girl! Sounds like you have some great things to look forward to=) love the stationary!