Births and Dates

Three days after our wedding our friends baby was born. We've been waiting for this day for so long, but praying that he wouldn't arrive until after our wedding day. Don't worry it's not as selfish as that, well it kind of is, you decide for yourself. The proud father of a beautiful baby boy was Michael's best man. We'd asked the little one to wait until straight after the ceremony until he made his appearance into the world and he did us all proud and came a few days later. 

And here he is little Logan

Such a beautiful name for such a beautiful baby.

Both Michael and I are already completely smitten.

As anyone knows parking at any hospital is a complete nightmare, which meant we only had 5 minutes to meet Logan, and see how the new parents were doing. Both Mum and Dad are fine by the way. We ended up parking in the restaurant over the road after promising that we'd go back and eat. So we ended up having our first date as Mr & Mrs. And it was very yummy indeed. 

Though I did ask Michael for a Chicken Burger and instead received a normal Beef Burger, the food was still amazing.

And what better way to spend waiting for your meal to arrive than commenting on the birth of a new baby on facebook. haha. 

Speak Soon,

Katie

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An Introduction: Millie

Here's Millie. She's ours, and she is amazing. 

She's a cross between a Dalmatian and a Border Collie. They call her breed a Dollie. She almost 3 now with the energy of 10 dogs. Her tail drives us mad, with the amount of things that she can send flying, but at the same time we don't really mind as we know she's happy. She's currently sat chilling on the sofa  worn out after her football session in the garden with Michael. 

We love her so much, and though at times she can be so naughty (like trying to eat my salt dough decorations) we wouldn't/couldn't change her for the world. 

Obviously I couldn't resist a chance to photograph Michael. He's getting much more used to having a camera shoved into his face at every giving opportunity. Good job really. 

Yes he was in trouble for swearing at the camera, or me. I could have censored it, but then thought 'why would I censor life?' Though I did make him pose for a 'proper' shot.

On another note... 

look what we had for tea. It was incredible. Though I must admit that my favourite food is of course bacon (sorry to all the vegetarians out there.) Yum yum. You can't resist a fry up. 

I'm not looking forward to going back to work tomorrow. I know a lot of you are excited as it's only a three day week, but it's not for those of us who work in retail or healthcare or even both. And I'm sure all of you that do have the day off work will insist on shopping, only to inform us of how glorious the weather is. I know you enjoy making small talk, but it's not nice. I'm going to put away the green eyed monster now so don't worry. 

I hope you all have a fantastic week. 

Speak Soon, 

Katie 

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Day In The Life: Easter Sunday

On an Easter Monday what better way to spend the day than remembering Easter Sunday? 

♥ This year we had a very different start to the day than usual, as we went to Church with my Nanna. We are getting married in three weeks and we wanted to hear our Bans being read for the third and final time. Now I wouldn't say that I am the most religious person, but I also would not say that I don't believe. I just haven't fully made my mind up yet. It was a very emotional start to the day as it made me happy to see people drawn together by their faith, but it also made me sad to see such a small congregation. Half of me expected to see the Church packed, and that we would have to go early to make sure that we got a seat. I was wrong. Most people were old, and the thought that the faith was dying out scared me. I wish that I had taken photos as we attended the Church where we will be married... which gave both Michael and I butterflies. It was also nice for once to celebrate Easter in the way it was meant and how it originated. I for one believe that the true sense of Easter has been almost forgotten with Easter eggs, and the Easter Bunny. I think from now on I will celebrate both ways, and pass this onto our future children.

Easter Bonnets and Rice Crispies made by Nanna, and the Nicer Dicer from my Mum... I wanted this for so long.

♥  We then all went round to my parents house for Easter Sunday Lunch. We do this every year. We like to celebrate special occasions like Christmas, New Year, Easter, in the same way, with family, food and laughter. The food was divine as usual. My Mum truly is the best cook on this planet, and her roast potatoes are to die for. 

And this was BEFORE dinner. Haha.

I love watching these two wait for dinner, I just wish our Millie could have shared in with the smell.

Of course the puppies need their own Easter Meal.

My love these dogs has been shared many times before

♥ For years we used to play cards when we had the family over, but through unforeseen circumstances we have not done this for quite some time. I think you forget how much you enjoy something, until you do it again... and a game (or games) reminds you of how much fun it really is. 

Jaspa brought his Doggie Beer as my  Dad tormented my Nanna. I love our family.

♥ We called it a night at close to 10pm, as we all could have swallowed the room with each yawn. We dropped my Nanna off at home, then Mike and I only stayed up for another hour then had to go to bed. 

Obviously we need the last pictures of the day... Que. PJ shot

♥ All in all it was a fantastic day. The following points made it even more special and also brought a tear to my eyes:
               ♥ Hearing our Bans being read, and realising how close our wedding day really is
               ♥ Sharing the day with such wonderful people
               ♥ After dinner my Dad ending a phone call and telling us that he has arranged us a honeymoon. We don't have much money, and could not afford a honeymoon. He has now arranged for us to spend the weekend in Skegness, in a caravan. I cannot wait. 
               ♥ Coming home to our Millie and Jake, and knowing I have Monday off from work. 

I hope you all had a fantastic Easter.

Speak Soon, 

Katie 

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