Kristen Orr (Lamont)

Oh my sweet friend Kristen, we have known each other since 7th grade, some of my fondest memories are us skipping 6th period our Sophomore year in High school. We would leave school and go lay out during our 2 hour class and then be back just in time before the bell rang for dismissal! it was so fun, but I often would make Kristen panic by saying a teacher saw us! So fun, we are so much a like and are such a good balance for eachother! She has forever been the logical thinker between the 2 of us and is well beyond her years when it comes to spiritual wisdom. She is the person I can always call before I make a gi-normous decision. We also went to Biola together and lived together 2 of the 4 years, so many great time! Kristen married Sam Orr in November of 2005 and it was a blast to be a part of that very well-organized and special day!

one more thing about Erica...

Erica and I traveled to Australia our sophomore year of college and had so many adventures! It was an absolute blast, we also got to spend a week in Fiji, yes I know you are jealous, it was awesome! Probably the best trip of my life!

Erica Monson (Cook)

Well, I have known Erica since kindergarten! Although we were not friends in our grammar school days we connected our freshman year of high school! Erica is so fun to be around, you can always bet she will be the most outgoing when doing the most random things! I was in her wedding almost 2 years ago this September and it was so much fun and such a joy to be a part of! This is a pic of she and I at her 80's bachelorette party in LA! Erica has a heart of gold and a love for the Lord that just exudes out of her all the time! She is a dear dear friend and I am so lucky to have her be part of my special day!

Evelyn Marie Hazen - Maid of Honor

This is my fabulous older sister Evelyn, Evi for short. Evi and I are 18 months a part and have always been very close. Usually, are times of hanging out consist of laughing a lot and making fun of each other! She is my biggest cheerleader and I always know she cares for me 100%! Some of the greatest times of my life are spent with her! I remember she came to see me in college once and ended up getting stuck on my bunk bed...don't ask me how it happened, all of a sudden I heard this "HELP! MAR!" We sat and laughed for a good hour. I know she loves me and loves John and I couldn't imagine this day without her standing by my side!

Bridal Party

Well, I decided that I would let you know a little bit about each of the girls I have asked to be part of my special day! Now, you will be shocked by the number, but I truly could not imagine my day with out these 12, yes 12, girls standing by my side! I love them all so much and have been so blessed to have them part of my life!

umm, well, it's Orange County?

Ok, so 3 things I have witnessed and/or experienced in the past few days have really made me question the Orange County life of materialism. For years I have defended the fact that I think I am a well-rounded individual who was raised in Orange County and it is not that bad of a place! I became sick of friends in other parts of the country saying "I could never raise a family in Orange County!" I will still defend that it can be done and plenty of people are doing it, but I was reminded of the materialism and rudeness of people in the OC. Story # 1: I was in a clothing store waiting to make my purchase and in front of me was a dad and his 2 daughters. As the lady behind the counter was ringing up what looked like a mountain of clothes, the oldest daughter (let's say she is about 15) began scream at her dad, with her arms crossed, "dad, you have to buy me that purse, i need it! You're buying me that purse!" as the battle continues the dad keeps saying NO! So I think, ok this dad will stick to his guns, right!? No way! He gives in, I couldn't believe how ridiculous the girl and the dad looked, in a store full of people! Story #2: I was at the Mission Viejo Mall the other day and I noticed the cutest little girl, she could not have been more than two. As she was rummaging through the clothes I noticed some thing...no way, they make those? yes, a two year old in Seven jeans! Are you kidding me? Story # 3: this is a short one, this lady completely ran me over in the mall, we hit shoulders so hard and she said nothing!!! It was at that moment that I began to think, are the people in Oklahoma like this? My guess is NO, but I will find out shortly!

So when you are out and about the next time take a moment to observe people and see if you catch some of the things I have seen!

Mustard Cafe

So I have officially feel in love with a new little restaurant, it's called the Mustard Cafe. And wouldn't you know I hate mustard! But you don't have to get it, I promise! I had a delicious Berry salad, plus they have sandwiches, panini's, oh and they serve breakfast which I have yet to try! Maybe tomorrow! Anyway, I think it's worth going and checking out, especially with friends! Of course I would find a new place I love just 2 months before I move away, sad day! Anyone want to start one in Oklahoma?

Here is our new home! Just a reminder that the grass is brown because it's winter! Most people have asked, that's why I explain! It's 3 bedroom, 2 bath, about 1500 square feet, good size backyard, and a fireplace! It just needs a little love and some cute decor! We are so excited! It's about 6 minutes from the church and 30 seconds from our friends Adam and Andrea! yeah!!

Well, I will admit it, I'm just not so good at the blogging thing!

I really really wanted to try to be better at posting, but it seems that weeks have gone by and I have posted nothing! Anyways, I will give you some updates...John and I bought a house in Oklahoma! It is the cutest little thing! I will have to put up some pictures soon (I have to learn how to do that first). As far as wedding stuff, things are coming along, I can't believe it's in 46 days! I can't wait! Okay, well I will try and do better at this!