10 months and counting

"What do you like better Christmas or Wedding Season?" -Wedding Crashers

It's hard to believe that Ian and I have been married for over 10 months now. This time last year, I was running all around with last minute planning, dress fittings, meetings, place cards, and the list goes on. It seems like a different life, yet it seems like yesterday as well. I was just looking through our wedding pictures and if I could attend ours again I would in a heartbeat (notice I said attend not plan). Attending a wedding whether it be yours or one that you are attending is always a fun time- who doesn't love dressing up and dancing the night away!? However, the planning is another story- thinking back there was always something that needed done, someone that needed called, or some decision to be made. Don't get me wrong some aspects of the planning were fun - picking bridesmaid dressing, picking out a dress, flowers, cake tasting! But- the final two months were the most stressful, just hoping and praying that everything will fit together perfectly. For those of you in the final planning stages for your wedding, whether you have a few months left, or a few days left I promise it will all be worth it. Take a day off from the planning and remember the true meaning of the big day. When it comes down to it, it isn't about the flowers, dinner selections, invitations, or even the dress, it is about you and your furture husband (or wife); it is about making memories with family and friends that will last the rest of your life. It is a celebration!

July 9, 2011- a picture taken on our wedding day down on the North Shore- Pittsburgh, PA (Photographer- Craig Photography)

With all of that being said - the number one question that I still get asked is: "How's married life?" - well it is the same as life before marriage. I just have wedding pictures, memories, and a beautiful ring to show for it. It is humorous because you would not ask a couple that has been married for 30 years, "how's married life?" - but for some reason everyone finds it perfectly acceptable to ask younger couples. I wish I had some big insightful answer- but I do not. Married life includes everything that pre-married life did. The same people, the same house, the same animals (two cats who get into everything and a black lab who barks at everything), and the same daily duties (work, cooking, cleaning, you know the usual). If someone has found a good answer to this question, please share!- because I would love to have a fantastic answer to this; or I may start asking the question right back at the person asking (given they are married) - and see how difficult it is for them to find an answer, or see if they know something I don't about "how married life is!"

It is amazing to think that we are coming up on our one year anniversary though. I will be honest we have already eaten the top of our wedding cake (we just couldn't wait, and honestly wanted the space back in the freezer!) -  We also won't actually be home for our one year- we are treating ourselves to a second Aruba trip- the same place we went on our honeymoon, almost one year ago! I am looking forward to just spending time with Ian on the beach and relaxing (something neither of us do very well, or rather do not usually have the time to do).  

I just have to say that I love being married and could not have picked a better person to share to my life with - to Ian - I love you - and I am proud of the wedding we planned and the fun that was had by all. I wouldn't change a thing, except maybe change the weather to about 10 degrees cooler- but a little sun and sweat never hurt anyone! =)  Happy 10 months - a few days late.