The deed is done. Julie and I are married! The wedding went even better than I could have ever imagined. The part that affected me the most was when Julie and I served communion to our 250-some attendees. To look into the face of every person as they received the elements...wow, it was incredible! The reception was short but really nice. The food and cake were very tasty and we managed to start one of the tables on fire. hehe From the reception we headed to a bed and breakfast inn about 45 minutes away. That place was AWESOME. Breakfast was brought to us two days in a row and it was beyond delicious. The weather really cooperated, too. We headedd to our new home together on Sunday and then went to Chicago for the day on Monday. Most of our time was spent at the Shedd Aquarium and then "our restaurant," Pazzo's. Tuesday we spent hanging around just relaxing and then Julie headed back to teach on Wednesday. I've been doing TONS around the house trying to "marriage-ify" everything. Our apt., finances, insurance, etc. I love it. It's been a challenge but that's to be expected. Two lives coming together isn't the easiest thing to do. :-)

Well, I have to get back to work. It's date night and I need to get things done. :-)

It's Monday. Julie and I are getting married on Friday. This week is going to be hectic but I am DETERMINED to not let it get the best of me. :-) I need to spend a good amount of "quiet time" with the Lord EVERY DAY this week, that's for sure. If you think about it, please pray for Julie and I this week. Thanks.

My second to last day of work here at the hospital. All the "ladies" got me a card to show their appreciation. It was very sweet. It's always good to know you're appreciated. Oh, and Jules, we got $80 from them all! Nice. Now we have gas money! WHOOHOOOOO! hehe

The other thing I'm excited about is...the NCAA tourney! aww, yeah. The best time of year. I already filled out one bracket sheet. I have Duke vs. Arizona in the one. Might have to rethink that... What could be better than tourney time and marriage/honeymoon?? I'll tell you: NOTHING. Here's a little story of how awesome my fiance is: Our honeymoon room didn't have a tv in it so Julie said, "We have to have a tv! How else will we watch the tournament??" So we upgraded. She's the absolute coolest. :-)

Today's tip: If you're ever in need of money or "things," get married. hehe

Today's tip is for McDonald's:

ALWAYS have the person that SPEAKS ENGLISH run the drive-thru. Please.

Did I say UNC by 14? I meant Duke by 14. hehe Weird how that turned out. The media did a great job of convincing us all that Boozer IS the Duke team. Pathetic. I should've known better. Anyway...

10 days til marital bliss. It definately is hectic but I can't wait! Man, this is going to be sweet.

I would like to thank Kristen as she is the only person who has signed my guest book so far. I would also like to ask her to calm down. THE DUKE/UNC GAME ISN'T TIL TOMORROW! hehe My prediction? Tarheels by 14.

I hope I'm not the only one who finds it strange that CNN.com's "special report" is about a television program. Is "The Sopranos" really worthy of a "special report?" hmm...

I wonder what will happen with my message board? It never seems like "new boards" take off. The Back40 did fine and I wonder why that is? Was it timing? Were people arguing on another board and just wanted another place to write and kind of "start over?" I've started 2 boards in the past and they both died hideous deaths. Perhaps the timing was off. Maybe the board was technically appalling. All I know is...who cares? hehe Technology can be fun.

I'm trying to keep a good attitude today. I was reading in Hebrews last night about exhorting each other "while today is yet today, lest 'we' become hardened in 'our' sin." I realized that I really don't have that in my life. My family certainly doesn't, the people at work don't, and I only see "church friends" Sundays and Wednesdays if I'm lucky. That's one thing I'm so looking forward to now in marriage. The opportunity for Julie and I to exhort one another DAILY. I really need that. I sure as heck don't want to be hardened in my sin! God sure knows how things work. :-)

16 days til me and the most gorgeous best friend on the earth get married. Why can't it be the 16th today??