The (Original) Date Is Set!

The date we wanted so long ago, but thought might be unattainable, is finally set!

          For this month.

                       Next Week.

All the planning was completed in a single weekend and I'm pretty sure I can pull it off. I think we both gave up on the date and were planning for end of March before he goes off for more training. Then, very slowly but surely, he got word it was alright to keep the date, and get hitched on his 96.

I haven't lost all the weight I've wanted. Actually, probably not even close. With diet alone (No exercise) I dropped 8lbs in the first week (I think cutting out Cheese for me was the biggest thing). Started to throw in Insanity and started trickling down again. What matters to me now, is the dress I want fitting. There's always Plan B of Spanx/Corset undergarments.

I've been thinking about venues since he was down on 1 knee. I've bounced all over the south west from New Mexico to Nevada, Colorado to California, and even threw in Texas. With everything constantly changing, I looked at venues from outside parks, to tree houses to even the Zoo. I was actually quite fond of the zoo. Him, not so much. We came to an agreement in Fabulous Las Vegas.

Part of me thinks its a little bit stereotypical. Early 20s, running off on a weekend to Vegas  Never would have thought I'd be getting married this young. Well, for me it seems young. Thought falling in love wouldn't smack me in the face til I was in my late 20s. Maybe 30s. However, I've never felt more ready.

I'm stuffing in appointments left and right for everything from a Dermatologist to Podiatrist. From Dress fittings to Hair. I've slacked on exercising Monday and Tuesday from being so exhausted. I already regret it. I would say maybe the extra running around helps a bit, but I'm driving everywhere and most appointments are just sitting there.

What I've been having the "Most Fun" with is his ring. I've done quite a bit of research on that too given his Military Profession, mixed in with his current MOS. I've had my eye on one for quite some time but Someone won't give me their ring size. Rather, Someone keeps forgetting to find out. Although it is high on my list, my days are filled with so much random stuff I forget to remind him! Not to sound sexist, but I've yet to find a Male that's excellent at reminding their-selves on things, not related to hobbies.

I keep telling myself Always Flexible. Although I've accepted it, I  haven't had a full grasp on the concept. I really should learn to always expect the unexpected. Just in case. 

Friday Fill-In

Wow! Another month down already. Time is going by faster then I thought it would be. That or I'm just losing track. Either way! Time for another Friday Fill-In from WifeOfASailor

1. What’s one thing in the past month you would have changed?
Each time I see this question the thought that "If something was different, maybe thing wouldn't be as they are now." I end up overthinking it haha.

2. What was your favorite thing that happened in December?
Getting to see him over the Holiday season. During that time, we decided to re-live our middle school days (No idea why) and go Rollerskating with a few friends. 2 of us couldn't go too fast for the first hour, still trying to hold our balance, and another fell. A lot. I think it's safe to say my guy was the only one who could still look like he knew what he was doing, why trying to skate through the new generation of middle schoolers. Also, none of our requests were valid because "Backstreet Boys are too old," and "No one knows the Chicken Dance anymore." Was a good time though.

3. What are you looking forward to in January?
That cold January Weather! Starting a new diet, so hopefully some weightloss too.

4. What did you do for New Year’s Eve?
I spent a quiet night in with my guy. Got my first New Years kiss and cuddled all night watching Law and Order.

5. What are your hopes and wishes for 2013?
Plans won't have to be canceled as much. (Hey, I can dream, right?) I want the wedding to work out, and I'd be pretty content with just overall positiveness throughout 2013. That general happy feeling where I can continue to look on the bright side of things.

MilSpouse (Almost) Friday Fill-In

So I've been reading these for a while, and always wanted to do one myself! :D
I missed friday by a couple days... but maybe I'll get it on-time next month.
So this is my frist Friday Fill-In From WifeOfASailor

1. What’s one thing in the past month you would have changed?
This month had its ups and downs, but I'd say wen't better than expected.

2. What was your favorite thing that happened in November? 
We took his first Vegas trip! We didn't get to see as much of the strip that I wanted to show him, but we had tons of fun hitting Arcades. He got way into the shooter games (of course).

3. What is your favorite holiday memory?
Not sure if I'd call it my favorite, but it's something I'll remember. I was into Taekwando growing up but still had a girly side. I wanted a My Lifesize Barbie more than anything. One morning under the tree I saw a giant box and figured that had to be it! Opened it up, and found a punching bag. I was sad at the time, but it's probably one of the most useful, longlasting, presents I've gotten. A lesson in "Things aren't always what they seem to be."

4. What are your plans for New Year’s Eve? 
As cheesy as it sounds, a New Years Kiss. 20-something years old and due to other plans/bad timing/other things, I've never had one. He took leave and I get him for the holidays!

5. What are you looking forward to in December?
River of Lights with my guy, Seeing My Grandpa, and Getting to spend (Part of) the Holidays with them both. This will be the first time those two meet, and I'm pretty excited.