Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night...

Happy Holidays...

Pumpkin patch...

J + C

Here are a few random shots from Joe + Clare's big day last week. I wish that I was more diligent with the image taking however there were too many folks to play with and way too much fun to be had. My favorite is the last one...I love both of their smiles. Yesterday the happy couple started their journey to South East Asia where they will be living for the next two years. Bon Voyage J + C...we wish you all the best in Singapore and can't wait to come visit!

The Groom and his favorite buds rode their bikes to the wedding site {Joe works for Specialized}.

Garden Dalias.

Farm Animals {they all made their presence be known during the ceremony}.

Flower girl, one of the SIL's and the Bride.

Wedding Bouquet.

Cutest couple.

Weekend love...

This past weekend was amazing. Two nights away with my husband sans our beloved children-our first trip without the wee ones!! One of our closest friends tied the knot in an amazing mountain wedding. The venue was nestled among the beautiful Bonny Doon Mountains and majestic redwood trees...there were even farm animals. We truly enjoyed spending time with the bride and groom, seeing old friends and making new ones along the way. A weekend filled with much laughter and love. 

One of my favorite moments during our time away was a walk down the Capitola Pier...just a short bike ride away from where my husband and I fell in love - we were neighbors when we met but that's another story. Our morning after the big event reminded me of those simple days we shared while getting to know one another - before buying a house, before getting married and having our incredible children. A cup of joe in hand + a leisurely stroll with the one I love = Bliss!

Bon Iver...

As part of my birthday celebration Adam and I got tickets to see Bon Iver play at Spreckels. Was anyone as fortunate as I to see them? It was an amazing show and perhaps the best seats I have ever had for a sit down show. The only other time I was almost front row center was when I saw Sonic Youth play in my early 20's, standing room only, and I was squished between sweaty fans and the stage {even with the discomfort I was still loved seeing Kim and Thurston up close}. No sweaty fans here, only a couple of die hard fans in front of us with their cell phones out for the entire show recording every moment. Here are a few snaps from the Iphone from Friday night. 

I heart MV...

I have been missing...I have been travelling with the kids visiting Nana + Papa on their island in the Atlantic. I love my home on the East Coast and enjoy having it be apart of my kids' lives as well as mine. I am so thankful for our time spent with family & friends and am blessed to be able to return to that lil' rock I hold so dear to my heart.

The Big Boy...

It's official...I have a three year old! Wow! How did I get here? It has been an awesome ride and I am so excited for the next three years of the Ryder Train. Here is a little peek at my current craft...we have a party planned for Saturday and I am loving the excuse to get my scissors and glue out...