• one year later

    Today, on our first anniversary, I can confidently say that I am more in love with Mr. Monaco today than I was one year ago when we first said, “I do.” in front of our closest family and friends~ it was the best day of our lives so far. I am so, so in love with my husband. I love being married to my best friend and biggest supporter. He…

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  • thirty one

    yesterday was my 31st birthday and it was one of my very favorites of all time- right up there with my 10th, 16th and 25th- the three that stand out the most to me. as a teacher, a summer birthday is pretty ideal and it…

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  • my sister’s bridal shower- the bar

    the bar consisted of lemon water, white/red wine, mimosas (orange, cranberry, and mango nectar- which was the most popular juice) sparkling water, sparkling pink lemonade from trader joe’s, fruit punch, fruit, straws, florals, photos, and beer  i put mason jars with pink polka dot lids,…

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  • a day full of love

    i just arrived back from my hometown in ohio with mr. monaco where we celebrated a beautiful couple and family wedding friday  congratulations and best wishes mr. and mrs. schmiesing we love you both- so much.  your happiness was radiant and it was all so lovely. …

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  • five on friday {june 20}

    one: beyond in love with this bridal bouquet!!  two: retro furniture has been on my radar a lot lately… do you agree?  three: tomorrow is my sister’s bridal shower {and 29th birthday!} 🙂  *i brought all the decor from charlotte- shower in a car! excited…

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