Ladies and gentlemen, we have a date!

Ladies and gentlemen, we have a date…

I saw one of my high school English teachers last week and upon looking at my left hand, she says, “I don’t think your fiance has any more money!”

We both laughed and I would agree that my ring is gorgeous, beautiful and I absolutely love it.  Usually, people want to know if I picked it out and I give all kudos to my husband-to-be as he did it all by himself! (High fives and gold stars all around :-)

Of course when news of an engagement is revealed, the next question is, “when is the date?” The cool part here is that we actually have one: April 29, 2017! The reasoning behind the date? It doesn’t fall within the traditional wedding months of May, June and July, but there is also a chance that the weather will be just right as spring kicks into high gear.  The other cool part of the day is that is my uncle’s birthday and before the date was set in stone, I was sure to ask him if he didn’t mind sharing this day with us.

As a bride to be, I definitely already have my Pinterest board on deck and even have all of my bridesmaids on deck.  I know that I am totally underestimating the enormity of planning a wedding, but I am actually looking forward to the process.

Nearly five months in and I think we are making slow, but sure progress.  Mark your calendars everyone. We look forward to seeing you in Kansas City a year from now!

P.S. Here is a link to our wedding website: https://www.theknot.com/us/crystal-nance-and-marquis-everett-apr-2017

On the road to #foreverett: Getting Started

December 19th will always be a special day, as my now fiance earned his degree and we also got engaged!  I wasn’t ready for the moment that it actually happened (as I don't think you should be!) and all I could do then was cry.  It took me a while to realize that it actually happened and smiles commenced from then on! :-)

My fiancé and I have been dating for about six years now and our family and friends have been waiting on the moment when we announced our engagement.  (We already know the subsequent questions regarding an actual date and children). However, anybody who has been married before or even considering it knows what a very personal decision it is, not to be made on external timelines. To conclude that thought, we know that everyone is happy for us and is looking to celebrate our union.

As of today, we’ve only been engaged for less than three weeks and I’ve already had to be talked off the ledge.  Planning a wedding can easily become a part-time job.  There are so many things to consider.  First, there is the budget.  Then of course, when, where, how many guests, the wedding party, colors, the dress and the list goes on.

Of course, I am looking forward to the big day and for the opportunity to spend the rest of my life with my handsome, supportive and loving teammate and partner!  In the meantime, I am hoping to document the journey on the road to #foreverett (t's 2016; there is a hashtag!).  Enjoy the ride!