I love you so: Ryan Terry

Four years ago today I started dating the love of my life. I am going to get all gushy here, I can't help it. The night we started dating is so clear in my mind, Ryan called me and asked if I would like to come over for a movie. I was a ball of nerves I had this feeling that something was up. He picked me up and we drove the five blocks to his apartment, and on the way into the house he took me the icy way just so he could hold my hand. :) After the movie ( empire records ) He said some of the sweetest things I have ever heard, he told me that he had been waiting to date until he found the girl who fits everything he wanted in a girl he said "I've waited 20 years and now I know that, that girl is you" I couldn't even look at him I was so happy, I was acting like an idiot. I had never felt so comfortable around anyone else in my life. It was almost like we had been friends for years. They way he made me feel so loved and still makes me feel so loved is something I cherish and hold dear too. I am the only girl he has dated, the only girl he has kissed. How lucky am I? Thats just so unreal.

Ryan is hands down the most loyal person I know, he values his family and friends more than anything. I am in awe of that! He has taught me so much these past four years, he has made me a stronger person. I am so grateful for him. I could go on and on and on about what he has done for me and how I can't wait to have children with him, he will be an amazing father!

Here are things I know and love about my ry ry:

1.) He likes sour patch kids
2.) Daft Punk is his jam
3.) He a an apple nerd ;)
4.) He takes amazing photographs
5.) HE IS HILARIOUS
6.) I'm serious, he is soooo witty
7.) He has a deep love for Zelda
8.) Beer & Whiskey are his go to drinks
9.) He likes his coffee like he likes his women "Strong & Black"
10.) He reads before bed
11.) He moves our living room around at least once a month
12.) Burgers are one of his favorite foods
13.) He is a dog AND a cat lover
14.) I love his smile
15.) Currently his favorite movie is Scott Pilgrim vs The World
16.) I love when he makes me breakfast
17.) He likes tattoos
18.) His favorite show is Arrested Development
19.) He is interested in cool packaging
20.) He always surprise's me with fresh flowers



































Ryan I love you!!!!!

I love you so: Joy Ebel

I want you to think of the most genuine person you know, a person who is so compassionate that they will do anything for you and anyone they cross paths with. Think of someone who can turn you into a better person just by spending with them, someone who radiates joy. These people don't have a selfish bone in their body. Serving others is what makes them the most happy. I know a few people like this, but the one I want you to admire is Joy. I am so blessed to have such a beautiful friend like her. She is so real. She speaks truth and she is so grateful for what she has (a quality most people have forgotten) Joy always finds the good in things. Her and I had a very similar childhood, we both grew up in huge families and have many of the same stories. I think we were the only two kids in the 90's who didn't grow up watching TV but played outside everyday. Ask either of us about 90's pop culture and we could take a good guess and probably be way off. We have spent countless hours talking over hundreds cups of coffee. These are my favorite moments with Joy, we can just sit and talk for hours and hours. We have both been there for each other when we just needed someone to listen while we ramble. I am truly blown away by her love for God and people. Joy I am proud of you and I am over the moon God placed you in my life. ;)

Here are things I know & Love about Joy

1.) Once she split patchouli oil in her car and everything she owns still smells like it

2.) She has a cute pup Mr. Bojangles

3.) She makes the best food in the world

4.) lavender lemonade. Thats all

5.) She has a BEAUTIFUL singing voice

6.) Oh man her laugh! Its so great

7.) Her favorite drink is Whiskey

8.) She has had more cellphones dropped in water than anyone I know

9.) She loves Rochester

10.) She loves reading a good book

11.) When we first met she had dread locks (& I think she's getting them again)

12.) She collects sea glass

13.) She lived in New Zealand

14.) She is a great photographer

15.) Her heart