Rich and Stacie

Thursday, February 5, 2009

I have a FANTASTIC man!

After a wonderful lunch with Rich, I got back to work...

only to discover he had a little package sent to me.

I love him! I love him! I love him!

Sunday, February 1, 2009

Rich and I headed out after work on Friday to meet up with Alex and Jenn at Alex's cabin in Packwood. A weekend that is ALWAYS dedicated to 80's movies, lots of food and plenty of drinks.

We started off Friday night with some Busch Lights and Silverado. I, of course, didn't make it too long into the movie, but the rest of the troops made it. I think Sadie even made it longer than I did.

We got up on Saturday morning, headed out to breakfast and to watch the 2nd half of the Coug game...let the drinks begin. We hit up the grocery store, liquor store and headed back to our little paradise in the woods. Next up, Teen Wolf! What a great flick!

We decided that it was time for a little fresh air...so after a midday nap...we took a walk around the High Valley Country Club...even ran into some interesting characters...and no, we didn't find Sugar!

Here's Jenn, Alex and Rich!
Their good sides!

Me climbing the snow bank!

Alex, Jenn and Sadie decorating the snow man!

The final product...more alien than snowman!

Sadie waiting for some dinner...

Rich with the McNasty...

Jenn finishing up desserts...

We headed back to our couches after dinner and watched another flick...The Haunted....the brother/sister loving was a LITTLE disturbing...but a good flick. Then it was on to Traffic...more cocktails and bed.

We got up on Sunday morning and had coffee and breakfast at the cabin. So much fun!

On to Super BOWL SUNDAY!!!

Thursday, January 29, 2009

Wedding Update!

Wow! Rich and I have officially entered the "continuation stage" of planning the wedding. This week, we turned it into high gear and started planning away!

My mom went with Kelby today to get fitted for her bridesmaid dress! Now, they are all ordered and should arrive in May. Just in time for any last minute alterations!!!

Also, we have started planning for the table set-up. We have started designing a "napkin holder" that involves an orchid, net and satin ribbon and is AWESOME! We are also starting to narrow down the flower selections and figure out what we need.

Another item - the Rehearsal dinner - Rich and I have been busy planning where we are having it, getting quotes and trying to decide if we are going to have it somewhere or have it catered at our house. We are completing a new patio this spring, so it would be fun to have everyone over to our house...but we are just not sure if we are up to the task the night before the main festivities!

Also, Joni and Mike have figured out more about their Bridal Party and Family Lunch that they are going to host on Sunday after the wedding...and give Rich and I the opportunity to enjoy our family for one more day! It will be fun to share the opening of gifts with our families!

What else...yes, there is a ton of things. We signed up at Crate & Barrel to start our registering on February 7th. They have a great thing in February, where they allow a few couples to come in 2 hours before the store opens and they demo how all the items work and help you with your registry! How awesome is that!!!

More, yes, more! Rich and I spoke with Terry, the minister who is going to marry us, and we start pre-marital counseling on the 24th of February. I am very excited to have the minister that I grew up with meet Rich and marry us! It's a great way to start our married life together.

All in all...it seems like each week, more things come together. Oh, I almost forgot, we got the weekend set aside for my Bachelorette party and a room booked in Chelan! So fun!

This year is so exciting and we can't wait for July to come!

Sunday, January 25, 2009

Totally TUBE-ular!

Today, we hit the Summit at Snoqualmie for our 2nd Annual TUBING and RAGING adventure! This year we increased our numbers to 12 people...from the 3 in the 1st year...Rich and I feel that is a SUCCESS!

The troops starting to congregate at the Issaquah P&R!
Rich, Jenn, Alex, Ryan and Kelby...

Rich and I...
he didn't want his picture taken, so I copied him!
He didn't even know until the picture was done!
Yes, we do have matching 1981 bibs on...
thanks to Joni and Mike!

We made it to the mountain and met up with the rest of the group...
here's Heather, Me, and Kelby!

Me and Rich ready to tube...

Kelby and Ryan...

The camera went away...but there was tons of fun to be had! After 2 hours of tubing, trying to get kicked out on our last run (and not)...we decided that it was time to head back home and get some food! We ended our day at the Raging River Cafe and Club and stuffed ourselves FULL!

It was a great day! Can't wait for the 3rd annual trip!

K-A-L!

Yesterday, Rich and I went over to Suz and Clay's house to watch the UW vs. UCLA game and meet their beautiful son....Kain Alexander Linich!

He's the man of the hour!

It was so much fun to finally meet the little man and hang out with Suz and Clay...plus, a Husky win never hurts anyone!

Kain was such a great boy...he sat with me for most of the game and even fell asleep in my arms towards the end of the game. I have to say, he's the best little boy I've ever been around...or maybe it's just the "nurturing mom-side" coming out of me.

Thursday, January 22, 2009

B-Roy is my Boy!

Tonight was the "final" time that B-Roy will set foot on the Bank of America Arena Floor...and Heather and I were there to see it!

Dressed in my #3 Brandon Roy Jersey, with Heather by my side, we were there to see all the glory that was...THE JERSEY RETIREMENT CELEBRATION!

Of course, we hit up Sunrisa for dinner and drinks first....and when I say dinner...I mean DINNER! Heather and I are some good eaters!!!

Heather with her "taco plate"

Me with my "mondo burrito"

We made it to the game...yes, that is the last row up there!

Here comes the man of the hour...with his little man!

For anyone who knows me...B-Roy has held a special place in my heart since the first time I saw him play. I was there for the knee problems, the #1 seed in the NCAA tourney and his final game. B-Roy you will be missed!

Congrats B-Roy!

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Wedding #1 of 2009!

The first wedding of 2009 was great! Bridgette and Martin got married in a private ceremony in Carnation, WA and then had a beautiful reception at The Hollywood Schoolhouse. A few of us got together before the festivities to just hang out and see one another.

Erin, Heather, Me, Kim and Kristin without cocktails.
Tri-Delta "Recruitment" Friendly!