Here's my annual plug for Juma Gallery! I really, really love this art gallery/boutique/coffee shop located in my neighborhood. It's so nice to have a trendy spot within walking distance, and I really like Erica, the store owner. Juma Gallery instantly makes me feel more sophisticated. I mean, just take a look at the beautiful things housed inside this shop. Make sure to check it out if you're visiting Shaker! :)
December Goals
I feel like an old soul saying this, but HOW IS IT ALREADY DECEMBER?? Where did this year go? Every year goes faster and faster, which is why it's so important for me to keep track of my goals. I might never get anything done otherwise!
I LOVE this time of year. Christmas is my favorite, and the snow we got last night has put me even more in the holiday spirit. It's such a pretty backdrop to our newly decorated tree. :) This month is all about soaking up the last bit of 2013 with lots of time with family and friends. I have quite a list of professional goals, but honestly, I'm going to be focusing most on getting rested for the new year (my first wedding is 1.4.14!).
Here's to sending 2013 off with a bang!
Professional
- Update/rebrand wedding guide.
- Send holiday gifts to wedding clients.
- Get caught up on Facebook albums.
- Get caught up on vendor discs.
- Submit at least five weddings.
- Blog at least three/week.
- Start on new website.
Personal
- Finish Their Eyes Were Watching God and read The Sisters.
- Do a thorough cleaning on our house.
- Write and mail Christmas cards.
- Find the perfect Christmas tree. :)
- Decorate the living room for Christmas.
- Try a new Christmas cookie recipe.
- See a Christmas show at Playhouse Square.
Our house feels so cozy these days. :)
Jocelyn & Aaron | Peninsula Ohio Engagement
To say I'm excited for Jocelyn and Aaron's September wedding would be an understatement. One look at their engagement photos and you'll see what I mean. Jocelyn and Aaron are beautiful inside and out. They're smart. They're sweet. They have big hearts. I so enjoyed walking around Cuyahoga National Park with these two on the most perfect fall evening.
Little Charlie is the cutest! :)
Love this one. These two are naturals!
Favorite. The light was so dreamy.
Creative Juices: Christmas Playlist
Is it just me or did the Christmas season start super early this year? I really, really love Christmas, but I've had to hold myself back from fully indulging until Thanksgiving was past. One holiday at a time, you know? Now that we're in December though, I'm cranking the holiday tunes in my office while I work on client gifts. There's tissue paper, gold ribbon and bits of crinkle paper everywhere, but it's part of the fun. Check out my favorite Christmas music on Spotify and listen along with me. I hope you find something you like! :)
(P.S. I should note that I don't totally understand Spotify, and for some reason only a few of the songs on my playlist are showing up when you click that link. Check out my full playlist below to get all the good stuff.)