Dawn's Digression.
Thursday, April 24, 2003
I have news!
Michele and I are getting married. In Vermont. In October.
We've been talking about it for quite awhile, I just kept thinking that we have all the time in the world. Then my grandmother died. It completely changed my perspective. When I saw her kids gathered around her bed, I knew without a doubt that is what I want. When I'm old, I want to be surrounded by family. Kids, grandkids, etc. And it says a lot about the quality of life she lived. She gave so much to us. I want that, too. Michele said that is a crappy reason to want kids, but I don't agree. People have had kids for lesser reasons. I just want to experience happiness. As often as possible. Family promotes happiness in my eyes. So, A~, before we can have children, we agreed that we should be married. I know I'm not exactly old (28), but if I want to be married before having children, I really need to get on that.
Michele and I talked awhile about planning a ceremony, but then I freaked out and strung her along for a week. I needed time to think about it and make sure I am making the right decision. So, we decided it wouldn't be official until I told my parents. I did. And I intend to blog more later about all the drama that ensued, but for right now, I'd just like to be excited.
I've been trying to decide which bed and breakfast in VT we want to stay in. It needs to be very economical and I want a package deal so I don't have to try to plan something in a different state. Planning the reception will be a big enough headache for me. I am looking at the Grunberg Haus. It's not very fancy, but I can't afford to be fancy. And that's okay. Because it isn't about the amount of money we spend, it is about the relationship we have built and will continue to build.
I spent all day Monday being happy and calling my friends. I spent all day Tuesday figuring out how the HELL I'm going to pay for it. Wednesday, I pretty much avoided it, and today I will, too. I have gotten so far as my guest list. I guess the next thing is to find a facility for the reception. It's a lot of work.
We found a bunny Tuesday night. Michele was mowing and damn near ran over it. The cutest tiny little bunny you ever did see. We live in an extremely congested part of town. There is a big road in front of us, and a big road behind and beside us. So we captured the poor dear. He is staying in the dog carrier for now. We were supposed to go let him out at the park last night, but we were unable to go. And besides, it was all stormy! But BunBun has to go tonight. And I will be sad. Him is so cute! Scared, but cute. He has been eating lettuce like it's going out of business. He eats so much! I wish I could keep him.
Hey, anybody want Peanut? She's a sweet, wonderful kitty, but she keeps chasing Ally, and now Ally is not using her litter box like she should. Peanut is trouble, and I love her to pieces, but this living arrangement isn't working out. If you have any ideas what I can do to keep Peanut from brutalizing Ally, please let me know. I love my kitty. Princess Peanutlein. But what do I do if she keep chasing Ally and making Ally hide and not use her box? Any ideas?
Michele and I are getting married. In Vermont. In October.
We've been talking about it for quite awhile, I just kept thinking that we have all the time in the world. Then my grandmother died. It completely changed my perspective. When I saw her kids gathered around her bed, I knew without a doubt that is what I want. When I'm old, I want to be surrounded by family. Kids, grandkids, etc. And it says a lot about the quality of life she lived. She gave so much to us. I want that, too. Michele said that is a crappy reason to want kids, but I don't agree. People have had kids for lesser reasons. I just want to experience happiness. As often as possible. Family promotes happiness in my eyes. So, A~, before we can have children, we agreed that we should be married. I know I'm not exactly old (28), but if I want to be married before having children, I really need to get on that.
Michele and I talked awhile about planning a ceremony, but then I freaked out and strung her along for a week. I needed time to think about it and make sure I am making the right decision. So, we decided it wouldn't be official until I told my parents. I did. And I intend to blog more later about all the drama that ensued, but for right now, I'd just like to be excited.
I've been trying to decide which bed and breakfast in VT we want to stay in. It needs to be very economical and I want a package deal so I don't have to try to plan something in a different state. Planning the reception will be a big enough headache for me. I am looking at the Grunberg Haus. It's not very fancy, but I can't afford to be fancy. And that's okay. Because it isn't about the amount of money we spend, it is about the relationship we have built and will continue to build.
I spent all day Monday being happy and calling my friends. I spent all day Tuesday figuring out how the HELL I'm going to pay for it. Wednesday, I pretty much avoided it, and today I will, too. I have gotten so far as my guest list. I guess the next thing is to find a facility for the reception. It's a lot of work.
We found a bunny Tuesday night. Michele was mowing and damn near ran over it. The cutest tiny little bunny you ever did see. We live in an extremely congested part of town. There is a big road in front of us, and a big road behind and beside us. So we captured the poor dear. He is staying in the dog carrier for now. We were supposed to go let him out at the park last night, but we were unable to go. And besides, it was all stormy! But BunBun has to go tonight. And I will be sad. Him is so cute! Scared, but cute. He has been eating lettuce like it's going out of business. He eats so much! I wish I could keep him.
Hey, anybody want Peanut? She's a sweet, wonderful kitty, but she keeps chasing Ally, and now Ally is not using her litter box like she should. Peanut is trouble, and I love her to pieces, but this living arrangement isn't working out. If you have any ideas what I can do to keep Peanut from brutalizing Ally, please let me know. I love my kitty. Princess Peanutlein. But what do I do if she keep chasing Ally and making Ally hide and not use her box? Any ideas?
Dawn, 8:41 AM
