Six.

So, today is our 6th Wedding Anniversary. Really? These past six years have been quite the journey... it leaves me wondering what the next 6 will bring, and then the next 6 and so on. A few things I know now as a result of 6 years:

1. I am MUCH better looking now than I was then (this point is number one on purpose).
2. Cam is too.
3. Marriage is hard work. Never ending, all encompassing work.
4. Expect moments from heaven. Expect moments from hell.
5. Surround yourself with good, supportive and encouraging friends. Both couple friends and separate friends too.
6. Find a way to communicate that works for you... letters, a private journal, weekly chats.
7. Never stop growing and finding new ways to be better for each other.
8. Laugh lots.

Vegas.... Girly Styles.

Well, not much to say really. Other than that I really did have the time of my life. We spent 3 magical days laughing, catching up, eating, shopping and trying to soak up the sun, despite the pitiful weather. These ladies are truly 2 of the most wonderful, amazing, loving and funny people I have ever met and I feel lucky to have been able to spend 3 incredible days with 2 of my most favorites.
Enjoy the photo journey.

'One Day'.

Based on a recommendation from a friend, I decided to read 'One Day' by David Nicholls. I heard nothing about it nor had I heard of it before she mentioned it.

Having said that, this is truly one of the best books I have ever read. And the word 'best' doesn't even begin to describe it. Magnificent. Moving. Elegant. Tragic. Hilarious. Debilitating. Stoic. Heartbreaking... and the list goes on. Never before have I been so involved in the lives of these characters, Dex & Em, Em & Dex. I laughed when they laughed, I cried when they cried, I mourned when they mourned. David does such an incredible job at getting his readers to instantly fall in love with both main characters. Despite decisions made, character flaws, mistakes happening and tragedy ensuing, the love for both Dexter and Emma is unwavering. I feel strongly that his depiction of friendship, falling in love and relationships is both accurate and convicting. He does not 'hollywood-ize' or romanticize either one of these people. There is nothing breathtaking about Emma or incredibly endearing about Dexter but something about the combination of these two together is nothing less than magical. The premise of the book follows these 2 on the anniversary of the day they met, July 15th, 1988... St. Swithin's Day. Each consecutive chapter finds us engrossed in their lives on this exact day, one year later. Please read it. Please love it. Please cry. Please laugh. Please let me know what you think.

This book has been made into a movie starring the adorable Anne Hathaway and the absolutely delicious Jim Sturgess (yum). The movie is set to be released in July (although don't quote me on that). I expect nothing but brilliance and am beyond eager to see it.

The Many Faces of Isla...

*surprise*

*showing off her impressive drool face*

*happy*

*na na na naaaaa na*

*drunk*

*satisfied*

Lady Jill Arabella Schellenbergskitt of Edmontonpool

Bahaha. According to http://ca.eonline.com/uberblog/royals/index.html, a.k.a E! On-line, Lady Jill Arabella Schellenbergskitt of Edmontonpool is my Royal Name. How fun! Everyone go to the link above and find out your Royal Name. If anything, it is good for a laugh :)

Really Good Reading

So, I have been quite busy lately, and as you can see, my blogging has suffered significantly. I just have not had time nor ideas to blog about. Until now. One of my friends and fellow Bloggers (yes Becky, I am talking about you) often writes about books she is reading, has read etc... and I think it is a splendid idea. So, I have decided to borrow the idea :) Just for today. Or maybe not.

Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen

I absolutely loved this book! This is the first book I have read by Sara Gruen and all I can say is that it is fantastically written, very engrossing and just an incredible story. As most of you may know, it has also been made into a movie which was released on April 22. The movie stars Reese Witherspoon, Robert Pattison (aka Edward Cullen) and Christoph Waltz (the insanely psycho villian from Inglorious Basterds). I read this book at a rapid pace... I simply could not put it down. It has romance, mystery, evil and despair. I don't want to give anything away... all I can say is that it certainly is a must read event. Get ready to fall in love with Jacob Jakowski... and the circus. And elephants. 

And now, I leave you with this... an incredibly handsome photo of Christoph Waltz. He is so dreamy. 

24 days and counting...

So, just thought I would share the exciting news.

No, I am not pregnant.

Now that that has been said, I am going to VEGAS!! And I know what you are all thinking? Didn't you just go? The answer is yes, I did. But I am going again... this time, with 2 of my close girlfriends, Kayley and Monica! We are leaving May 7th and coming home May 10th... 3 nights! I am SO excited! The average temperature in May is 31 degrees... that is reason enough to go! We are staying at TI Treasure Island and we are just looking forward to getting our tan on by the pool, doing a little shopping and having some great meals together. Not to mention, everything else Vegas will bring us. I simply cannot wait.

our hotel

the pool