The giveaway winner is #71 (number chosen on random.org)..... Shannon Sentences! Congratulations and please email me at summerillablog@gmail.com to claim your prize!!!Thanks to all those that entered...
Forgot to mention in previous post... Giveaway will end Sunday, April 15th at midnight. Still plenty of time to get those entries in! Thanks for all the positive feedback on the new blog, much apprec...
The new blog is officially live! Please visit me at Summeralamode.com, this blog will officially be closed after the giveaway ends! Im starting over with a fresh beginning and as a special thank you ...
Hi All - Just checking in to let you all know Im alive and well, just busy. Im actually in the process of starting a new blog that is completely fashion related. As soon as Im up and running Ill post...
This past week I was in Austin, Texas for work, which is the reason for lack of posting last week. I had little time to really explore Austin but the things I did get to see I really enjoyed. I also ...
Nelson and I had a great weekend in Lake Placid, NY. However it was missing one thing.... all the snow. In the years we have been going this was the first time it wasnt covered in snow and the lake f...
Better Late Than Never!I wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a fabulous NYE. Husband and I spent the weekend in Lake Placid, NY. I had a nasty cold but still managed to enjoy...
Christmas morning excitementHumorous JCrew Gift CardChristmas Lights at Homestead GardensEnjoying my new Kindle FireWearing my new Selbu knitted hat from JCrew even at workNew ballerina paintingDinne...
I hope everyone had a Happy Holiday this past weekend. Our weekend was spent spending time with family.Our Family Holiday Picture.Christmas Eve my brother and his wife hosted dinner, games and presen...
My siblings and I all received this email from our mom on Christmas Eve....Dear Kids,This Christmas made me think about how tough it is not to have the things you need to celebrate. In all of your na...
From my family to yours,I would like to wish you all a fabulous, wonderful, exciting, joyful and amazing Christmas with your family and friends.Love, Toshi "Kitty Clause"
When at Macys I decided to send Santa one last Christmas wish. I cant say what I wished for but it was for something I need so desperately and Im hoping it comes very soon. And trust me when and if i...
Luckily I got to sneak brunch in with some of my favorite girls while I was in the city. We ate at The Smith, a newer restaurant, it was delicious. I could go for more of their cheese grits right now...
This past weekend my parents, Nelson and I headed up to NYC to see Wicked! My mom has been obsessed with Wicked for quite some time and as a thank you for handling our wedding we decided this would b...
Dear Santa,Ive been good this year, I think, so I have a few (maybe more than a few, sorry) things on my Christmas Wish List. There is also one thing on my list I hope you can talk to Mother Nature a...
I used random.org to pick the giveaway winner. I enter the total amount of entries and hit generate! Congratulations to commenter #4, which is Christina!!!Email me at summerillablog@gmail.com with th...
I havent received the disc with all my wedding photos just yet but I did get a sneak peak of them online. Check out this video our wedding photographer made for us. The song playing is Madonnas "...
I have an exciting giveaway on the blog this week! Sheyna Jewelry is offering one lucky winner a $20 gift card to spend at their online store. They have great prices so $20 can definitely get you an ...
During our trip to the Bahamas we spent a good amount of time golfing. The course there was beautiful, right on the water, I lost 6 balls the first round.Bahamas was also land to stray/feral cats. Th...
Friday I received the most amazing surprise from a blog friend, Angela from Angies Closet (check out her blog!) sent me the sweetest wedding gift.I opened the box and saw the famous teal box and scre...
Ive been meaning to post photos from the wedding and honeymoon since returning from the Bahamas, but I brought home a nasty virus that I havent been able to kick for 2 weeks and on top of catching up...
Like promised here is the big reveal, of course my hair will be styled different but here are photos taken at my last fitting at Kleinfelds.If you are reading this I should be officially married by n...
I know Ive been missing in action over here..... we are at a 5 day count down until the wedding and I have a ton of things to get done before the big day. Luckily I have the whole week off work, so I...
I had the most amazing bachelorette party in AC over the weekend..... I am still recovering! I promise to post more pictures soon! But I want to say thank you to Lilly, Stephanie, Caiti, Sumira, Clar...
My shower was so much fun I seriously wish I could do it all over again! The shower had a tea party theme, which I absolutely loved.Tea cups were bought for every guest. Upon arrival they picked out ...
This past week I had my hair and make-up trial for the wedding. Before I even had a venue I booked Amie Decker Beauty because they came highly recommend by a blog reader Jennifer. After checking out ...
It got cold fast around here, Im not complaining though because I prefer cooler weather. I didnt think Id be able to wear my new Missoni jacket so soon but last night I got the perfect opportunity as...
While out shopping with my mom during the past Holiday weekend I found the most adorable Missoni coat, I instantly fell in love and had to have it. Its probably one size too big for me but I think in...
Saturday was my bridal shower, it had originally been scheduled for August 26th but because of the hurricane it was rescheduled for September 10th. I had an amazing time and so thankful for all those...
When I saw the JCrew Cowlneck poncho online and in the catalog I knew I had to own it. Ive been trying to do more saving and less spending lately so Im really only adding pieces to my closet I cant l...
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