September to October

Anne Spring, courtesy of Quotelife Photography

September

This was a month of trying to establish a good routine for our little family. My sweetheart was still gone most the week, Coco was going to daycare, and I was trying to balance work/school. I was also taking the lead on wedding planning, since we knew life would get a little hectic during the holiday season. Leaving us with really only six more months once January came around!! I spent a lot of my lunches interviewing florists, DJs, makeup artists, and hair stylists. For some things, it was really easy to make decisions. For others, like the DJ and florist, I really struggled. We also had our engagement photos taken by our wonderful photographers!

I also finally asked my bridesmaids, matron of honor, and maid of honor if they would accompany me on this journey. They've been wonderful! They picked out their dress, and I can't wait to see them! 

I also realized during September that if I wasn't careful, I was going to isolate myself from dear friends and family again. Also, it's pretty clear I am still obsessed with our dog. I've been trying to make it a point to see my friends, and not just the ones in the wedding party. I'm thankful that my sweetheart and I have done this, it has made me feel much more well balanced! 

October

This was an awesome month! Some friends and I went horse riding at the same place where we had our engagement photos from. My derriere was definitely sore for three days. I can't believe I used to do that as a kid!

My sweetheart and I also took a trip to the mountains to see some family and such. I'm really grateful we took the trip, as one of his old childhood dogs passed away. I imagine it is never easy to have a dog pass away, and I really can't imagine what it's going to be like that when I lose my first. 

There was also a bachelorette party! I was a bridesmaid, and we had a blast throwing the party. We had delicious food, drinks, and gifts, and then went into the city to dance the night away at four different hot spots! Got to love the Queen City!

FINALLY

I figured out what was wrong with Coco. After she acted a little sickly at daycare, I took her to a new vet. I love our old vet, by they were too far away! She needed some antibiotics. They helped relieve her issues temporarily, and I finally went with my gut instinct: change her diet. We had been feeding her a brand whose first couple ingredients were pretty good. After I did a loooooooooooooot of research, I found that in order to determine if it was the food causing the issue, I had to change her diet 100%. We went from chicken, to lamb and oatmeal by Blue Buffalo. 

She is in heaven. She loves her food! She has never been motivated by food, and sometimes wouldn't eat all day. We haven't had an issue in almost a month! The company has also sent me coupons! The food is expensive and she somehow has more energy, but I am so thankful that she is healthy and happy! 

So now you're just about updated. November has been a month of wedding stuff, and I am getting a little wedding'ed out. I didn't think it was possible!

courtesy of Quotelife Photography