The pre-wedding festivities continued this past weekend with my Bachelorette Party down here in Florida! With tropical storm Hermine very quickly making her way into the Gulf Coast we were all pretty nervous we would be spending our beach weekend inside. However, lucky for us, the storm came in right next to us on the … Continue reading Let’s Flamingle
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A Very “Crabby” 4th of July
No, this wasn't one of my "Hangry Mattea" moments, it was a day at Crab Island!!! Crab Island is a large sand bar right off of Destin. Every weekend you can find people pulled up on their boat, standing in the water, socializing with the alcoholic drink of their choice. We had yet to go … Continue reading A Very “Crabby” 4th of July
Folks Come to Florida
About two weeks ago both my Mom and Dad came to Florida for a visit! It was so great to have them out here- the last time they visited me away from home was when they drove across the country to drop me off in Oklahoma almost a year ago now. They'd be spending an … Continue reading Folks Come to Florida
Another Year Older
Yesterday I turned 23 years old! I'm lucky enough to have my parents here in Florida this week to celebrate with me while Conor, unfortunately, is busy with training. Yesterday was a great day where I was showered with a yummy breakfast, beautiful flowers, and wonderful gifts & cards from all my family and friends. … Continue reading Another Year Older
To My Irish Guy
A big HAPPY BIRTHDAY today to my very best friend! How fitting for this Irish, Guinness loving guy to be born on St. Patricks Day!? When I think about our journey together, a favorite quote of mine always comes to mind: "I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I've ended … Continue reading To My Irish Guy
Turning the Page to Florida
Well, we've made quite a few changes in our life in the last few weeks. We've turned the page in this chapter of our life and have moved from Oklahoma to Florida. While getting ready to leave Enid, we unfortunately had to experience our first real Air Force goodbye. We had made so many great friends … Continue reading Turning the Page to Florida
UPT Graduation
Here's to UPT class 16-04!! We had been waiting for this weekend for a long time, and finally it was here-GRADUATION!!! Conor has worked so incredibly hard over the last year and we were so excited to finally be able to celebrate with his family and class. The weekend started off on a Wednesday … Continue reading UPT Graduation
Florida Here We Come!!
Last night, January 8th, was a night that both Conor and I have been looking forward to since he first started pilot training here in Oklahoma. Last night was Assignment Night! The night when we would find out what aircraft he will be flying and where our first base will be. Assignment night is … Continue reading Florida Here We Come!!
Happy Birthday Mom
Tonight I'm sending out lots of birthday love to the most important woman in my life. My Mom has been more than just an inspiration for all these years, she's been my rock my guiding light, and most importantly my very best friend. I can honestly say that my Mom has shaped me into the … Continue reading Happy Birthday Mom
In Full Bloom
Well, I did it. While I always had the idea of starting a blog as soon as I finished college, using this as my main form of social media to update family and friends on whatever my new life brings, I never actually thought I'd follow through. The biggest reason for that is that I … Continue reading In Full Bloom
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