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Today I am linking up with Lauren @ From My Grey Desk for this week's Top 5!


1. Got to plan/go to my future brother & sister's rehearsal dinner!


2. Baked guava & vanilla cupcakes for the dinner! I will be posting a tutorial on these cute toppers soon!


3. Said goodbye to my event planning job & moving onto teaching Monday!


4. Bought some new makeup to test out for my wedding. Any opinions on this product??


5. Got to spend 4 hours at our favorite store registering!!



I have the day off today, but with lots planned!! My family is coming in town tonight for the wedding and my birthday. While I am running around, I hope you enjoy your weekend & hopefully get to relax!!

Sweet Day!!

I Hear Wedding Bells!


Today is my future sister & brother in law's rehearsal dinner.  I'm so excited to kick off this wedding weekend!!

Bridesmaid Dress Fitting

Garden Bridal Shower

To my Brother To Be: When I was younger, I always wanted a brother & well, by God's grace, He blessed me with one. You are exactly what I've imagined a big brother to be... you pick on me, you think my ideas are looney, and yet you are almost exactly like me. So, to a great big brother that will be in my life forever, good luck on your marriage! You have truly chosen a wonderful bride! I promise we will be by you guy's side throughout this exciting adventure.

To my Sister To Be: There is nothing more special than the relationship between two sisters & you sister, are stuck with me for the rest of your life! I'm so glad we're both marrying into such a wonderful family & get to experience this sisterhood together! You are going to be a fantastic wife! The fun part is, we get to work on being "good wives" to these Diaz brothers together! Through thick & thin for many years to come!





 To the both of you...Congratulations!!!

& don't worry, we will be joining you guys as a Mr. & Mrs. Diaz soon!!

In Honor of the Big 22


 
On Sunday, I will be turning 22! I am really looking forward to this upcoming year and all of the changes that will be happening!! In a good way....

So, in honor of my 22nd, I am giving up my Birthday for Charity: Water.


Will you take a second and watch this video?? I promise you won't  be disappointed. 


The story of charity: water - The 2009 September Campaign Trailer from charity: water on Vimeo.


Want to donate in honor of my 22nd birthday?

Want to pledge your upcoming birthday?

.....................

Together we CAN make a difference. Let it begin with You.

*All photos were taken from this source.

Our Engagement

Today I am linking up with Jen for a flashback moment.

{April 4, 2011}

Our engagement day!


We got engaged exactly two years from the day we met. My fiance proposed in Jamaica at sunset. It was a glorious & surreal day. I am so thankful for the man that God has made for me!

Some people have asked how we got footage of the engagement... My fiance told me that a photographer would be taking some pictures at sunset before our "excursion". Needless to say, the "excursion" was actually our proposal! I am forever thankful that he was so thoughtful to have a photographer there. Boyfriends.... take note. All girls want a picture to bring back from this day! ;)

Everyday we learn more & more about eachother. It's amazing to see our relationship continue to blossom into such a beautiful thing as the years go by. Our wedding date is quickly approaching! I am looking forward to that special day.

What was your proposal like?

Have a sweet day!

Turkish Hair Growth Remedy


(Turkish Market)

One of my favorite things about the Turkish culture is there use of natural products.

My Turkish aunt, Melis, sent me a hair growth remedy the other day. I have yet to try it, but am very anxious to. Hopefully it will work so I can grow my hair some more before the wedding!

Go ahead & check it out!


:: Turkish Hair Growth Remedy::

What you will need:
  • 2 radishes
  • 3-4 glasses of water
  • 1 egg yolk
  • saran wrap
  • a sauce pan
How to:
  •  Grade radishes & boil in the water for 30-40 minutes
  •  Take out/ drain radishes from water
  •  Let water cool for 10 minutes 
  •  Add egg yolk to water
  •  Mix together and pour over your hair
  •  Cover head with saran wrap and then wrap with towel
  •  Wait 1 to 2 hours 
  •  Wash out in shower
Should be done on a weekly basis.