Tall Ships

On Thursday, I was invited by my friend Kristin and two other ladies to go see "Tall Ships" at Navy Pier in Chicago. I have to say I had never heard of it and wasn't for sure what to expect. After taking the Metra and a cab, we made it to our destination, and I was in awe. The ships were amazing! We were able to actually board the 11 out of 21 ships that were on display. I really didn't think it would be that interesting, but I was totally wrong! I had a great time, and the weather was BEAUTIFUL! However, I didn't put enough SPF moisturizer on, so I did get a red ring around my neck. I'm crossing my fingers that it will go away before next Saturday!
Here are some pictures of our day. I have 65 in all, so it was really hard to pick the best ones. If you want to see them all, go to my facebook and look at the album "Tall Ships!"

The Biggest Ship there: The Bounty!

The Only Ship I'll be able to afford!

There were Pirates!

These were out on the Lake


I love the Ships with the City in the background!

Another shot of the Bounty!

I'm really happy I was able to get away from all the wedding plans and enjoy a day in Chicago!
So I guess I should talk about how everything for the wedding is going. Well...I think everything is pretty well set. I still can't believe how fast the time has gone by. It's a week away, and I feel as though this week will be the longest week of my life, yet in reality, it will most likely go by the fastest. I still don't know if I'm quite ready. EW says he's not nervous at all, of course he's so laid back that not much makes him nervous.

All I can think about is what could go wrong. I know I should not be focusing on that, but that's me. I'm actually not as stressed out as I thought I would be, but by Thursday...that might not be the case. People say to just enjoy it, but I don't think that will be possible with me. I won't be able to enjoy myself unless everyone else is enjoying themselves, and everything is running smoothly. I am also nervous about all of the family getting together, but that's just life, and if I've learned anything about families, you really just have to go with the flow in mine!

As for my next update: I'm not sure If I'll get one in before the wedding. If I don't, the next one will definitely have wedding pictures!

Brina*

A New Mr. and Mrs.

Over the weekend EW and I were lucky to be able to attend Emily and Ryan's wedding in Watseka. Emily is a friend from high school, and during high school she met Ryan, who lived a few towns away. I knew in high school that they would be together forever, and I have to say, I'm so happy I was right!
The wedding was at the same church my dad attends, which is beautiful, and the reception was at the Hilton in Kankakee. It was also great, of course. Ew and I stayed the night up there so we could participate in the party all. night. long!

The New Mr. and Mrs. Seibring

The First Dance

EW and I enjoying the party!

Friends: Trish and Kristin

High School Friends!

Needless to say, a great time was had by all! I have to say though, that the wedding was kind of a 'flash-forward' because I knew that 2 weeks from last Sat. I am going to be in the same place. Anyone else notice that the bride and groom at the top of the blog are getting a little too close for comfort?

I think I'm starting to lose it. I have all these things that I need/want to do, yet when I go to make a list, all the things leave my brain. Today it took me 5 minutes to deposit money in the bank. The teller even had to give me instructions! So sad, I know...

Now if I can just keep it together for 12 more days, I think everything will be fine!

Brina*

Wedding Shower: Naperville

Sorry this is a little late! I left my camera cord in Aurora, so I wasn't able to upload my pictures. This is my wedding shower that was Sat. the 7th in Naperville. It was hosted by my soon-to-be MIL, Barb. She did a BEAUTIFUL job putting everything together and made the day so very lovely. I know you want to see pictures, so here they are!

Mom, Me, and Barb

Two of my bridesmaids' Kristin and Larisca

The awesome bed in a bag we wanted. It was discontinued, but one of Barb's friends found it for us!

Yay for food storage!

Very nice dishes!

Potato Masher!

Thanks so much for everyone who came! I had a great time, and lots of fun! That night we were able to go out to downtown Naperville with our friends Lis and Jeff (who just got engaged!). Lis is in many of the pictures above sitting next to me.

I'm so excited to be able to go to Lis and Jeff's wedding next year! I can't believe not too long ago we were all in college just meeting each other, and now we are getting married! I can't wait till the time comes when we will all be having kids :)

This Tuesday I will be getting my hair cut for the wedding. I think it will be a short A-line, like something I've had before over the years. I won't go too drastic, but I will post pictures this week.

This coming weekend EW and I will be attending a friend of mine from high school's wedding here in my town. It will be nice to go to a wedding only 2 short weeks before my own. Maybe I can get rid of some of the nerves then!

Have a good week!

Brina*

Apartment: Phase 2

I have been working hard trying to get the apartment up to 'Sabrina Standards,' and while I haven't quite gotten it the way I like it, it's getting there. I have tried to go through boxes, and make the place like home. When I feel at home in a place, it gives me much more motivation to get things done! So here are some pictures of the evolving decor:

Our Children: Annie and Melvin

These are next to the table.

Our Bedroom.

The Living Room.

The Spare Bedroom/Office.

Tomorrow is my 3rd and final Shower. It is being hosted by my soon-to-be Mother-in-Law. I'm very excited to see more friends and family. Of course, pictures will be posted! I'm not sure what the guys will be up to, but I'm sure they will find something to do (ie. alcohol to consume). Also, EW and his dad are going TV shopping! Yes, now that we finally have tv and internet, we need a new tv to watch it on. The 13in is just not cutting it. I have to get up and put my face almost up to the screen to even see the guide, so I'm very excited about a bigger screen.

Well, I'm off now to go pick up my WEDDING DRESS. Only 29 more days...

Brina*