Happily Andrews After

It's probably not what you think. It's not a job, or a relationship, or wardrobe choices... it's not something I purchased or didn't purchase, or somewhere I went or didn't go.  I am fairly young, and as long as I am alive, I will continue to make choices the best I can. My biggest regret so far in life is not being present in the moment. Not cherishing the time that I am in, and not soaking up every experience through every one of my senses. We live in a fast paced world. We need what we need and we need it yesterday. We run at a break neck pace to keep up with schedules that are crammed full of errands, chores, bills to pay, and places to go. We also live in a world where we are so focused on posting life to our social media that we aren't present for the moments in our lives. Or, we constantly have our phones out and we are scrolling while talking to someone or while we are doing another task. We are so interested in what another is doing that w...

There are only 6 more months until the wedding! I can hardly wait.. but ya'll, wedding planning can be a little stressful at times. I'm very happy with all the plans so far, but just when I think something is taken care of, there's another little detail to pay attention to. The great thing is, I know that no matter what, the day will be perfect because it will be filled with a lot of happiness and love. My main goal is to for everyone, including myself and Steven to have fun. I still have so much to do, and I need to be better at sitting down and planning. I need lists for my lists. I have a great help in my bridesmaids and I am thankful for them. I can't wait to spend time with them. I think we are going to have a fun time in planning the bridal shower and the bachlorette weekend as well.  And ya'll....Pinterest..... what can I say... I want to try every.single.idea.ever. I actually get a little overwhelmed at the ideas and have to stop looking at it for...

Steven and I celebrated our first Thanksgiving in our new home. We hosted dinner for a few family and friends complete with with turkey and all the fixings. We followed up with pumpkin pie, and of course football. It was a beautiful day, and we enjoyed it so much. It was also a very busy day, and unfortunately, we did not get any pictures! We are not Black Friday Shoppers, so we stayed home and decorated for Christmas! All the inside decorations are up and as soon as we get a chance, we are putting up the outside decorations. Today, we did run some errands. I told someone that you know you have reached a new level of adulthood when you look forward to buying a vacuum cleaner. But it was good to get out and spend time together. We enjoyed some Target time, and of course Starbucks, and finished our night out with a stop for pizza at our favorite place, Frank's. Two words... "Gilmore Girls." Oh dear, this is my favorite show of all time. I have been watching the new ...

About a year and half ago, I went my weekly friends night out. What had started out as just myself and a friend going line dancing once a week, had evolved into a group outing. And one of my friends, Justin, had invited his co-worker, Steven, and friend to come along. We all enjoyed learning new steps, food, and fun. Steven fast became part of our group. And fast a part of my life. We became friends, and then the rest is history! Steven and I have been together for a little over a year. And in September of this year, he asked me to marry him while we were on vacation in the Outer Banks. We are in the process of planning our wedding and planning our life. We couldn't be more excited to start our lives together! The wedding is planed for next October, and planning is underway. Welcome to our Happily Ever After! ~~Tracy~~