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Save The Date - August 8th, 2009!

Dana &Brooke

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Bride Draggin Groom
    Jun
    29
    2009

    My Family Makes the News!

    Yes, this is how my family does it in Ashland, Wisconsin...or, well, Ino, Wisconsin. I grew up here with plenty of family parties, fish fries, and...
    Jun
    29
    2009

    Summer is Here!

    The sun is finally shining, and boy is it hot! Dana and I had a great weekend together and spent lots of time outside. We both have really red sho...
    Jun
    23
    2009

    Wedding Shopping Fun

    Now that the wedding is getting closer (46 days, but who's counting), things are starting to come together nicely. I am checking things of my wedd...
    Jun
    18
    2009

    Denver with Team Zorah!!

    At the end of last February, one of my best friends, Natalie came to visit with a bulging belly, and a baby inside! After spending the long weeken...
    Jun
    17
    2009

    Stuffed Pork Chops Makes fo...

    Ok, usually, once I week I make something that I've never made before for dinner. I like to try new and different ways of cooking and experimentin...
    Jun
    09
    2009

    Jennifer and Cindy Take Ove...

    Over the last weekend, my cousin, Jennifer and her friend, Cindy came to San Diego for a long weekend visit. Since Jennifer loves it here as much ...
    May
    27
    2009

    The "Day Ruiner"

    Memorial Day weekend was just last week, and it was our first weekend back from our trip home. Since I knew it would be a busy weekend, I picked u...
    May
    18
    2009

    Michigan Bridal Shower

    My new mother-in-law and sisters-in-law threw a couple's bridal shower for us in Blissfield, Mi on Saturday night. They put a lot of time into mak...
    May
    16
    2009

    The Drive to Michigan

    After spending a week in Ashland, I was way too ready to leave for the 14 hour drive to Blissfield, Mi. I wanted to leave as early as possible on ...
    May
    16
    2009

    Wedding Plans Moving Along

    After my bridal shower in Ashland, I had the rest of the week with my mom to get as much wedding planning done as possible. Every day we worked on...
    May
    11
    2009

    Wisconsin Bridal Shower

    The first of my wedding festivities started in Ashland, wisconsin where my Maid of Honor, Andrea and my mom put on a wedding shower for me. It was...
    May
    08
    2009

    My Trip to Wisconsin- And E...

    My journey of hitting four states in 2 weeks started on Wednesday, May 6th. I left Dana and Rocky for a long plane ride to Minneopolis. I was so e...
    May
    06
    2009

    Welcome Norah Grace!!

    My wonderful friend, Natalie and her husband, Wayne, introduced their new baby girl into the world this morning. I got a very unexpected text at 3...
    May
    04
    2009

    A Sunset Journey

    Every Sunday Dana and I try to do something, no matter what it be. We have to be together and we must get out of the house, even if its just to ta...
    Apr
    30
    2009

    Our Tandem Beach Cruiser

    So here it is, folks. Our Tandem Beach Cruiser. Its probably one of the best purchases we've ever made. A couple was selling it down the street ...
    Apr
    16
    2009

    Wedding Updates

    So I realize that I haven't been keeping my blog as updated as I should and hope I didn't lose all my readers, ha! "Is anybody listening?" But, it...
    Apr
    16
    2009

    Our Beautiful Orchid is Bac...

    I am so excited because our Orchid is back into full bloom in 8 months!! I love this beautiful plant because it reminds me every day of this journ...
    Mar
    30
    2009

    I'm Coming Home!!

    Dana and I finally booked our tickets to head home for the wedding showers. I am so excited to be there, its been far too long. I am flying into ...
    Mar
    26
    2009

    Welcome Gavin Reames!

    My cousin Jennifer, and her husband Sean welcomed their new baby boy into the world. His name is Gavin Nickolas Reames. This is the third addition...
    Mar
    17
    2009

    Visitors--Take Two!

    A week after Natalie and Wayne visited, my Aunt Rhonda came to visit. She had a conference to prepare for over the weekend, but as soon as Monday ...
    Mar
    03
    2009

    Visitors--Take One!

    Over the last weekend of February, one of my bestest friends ever came to visit Dana and I. Natalie, who is a bridesmaid in the wedding, and her h...
    Mar
    02
    2009

    My MOH makes me proud!!!

    Feb
    16
    2009

    It's My Birthday and I am 28!!

    I can't believe how much time has gone by since February 16, 1981.  I've lived a wonerful life and have all my friends and family to thank fo...
    Feb
    14
    2009

    Valentine's Day--4 Years Ago

    We still argue about when our actual anniversary date is, but I do know that 4 years ago, on Valentine's Day, Dana won over my heart and our relat...
    Jan
    26
    2009

    I Know We're Going to Make ...

           The way you treat your dog is reflection of what kind of parents your going to be. Thats what they say, right? ...
    Jan
    15
    2009

    First Step in Designing my ...

    I am sooo excited. Yesterday, I met with an old teacher of mine from fashion school to discuss the design for my wedding gown. I didn't have to m...
    Jan
    13
    2009

    Welcome 2009

    Ok, so its been a while since I've posted a blog and people are starting to get on me about it. But, at the same time, they are disappointed that ...
    Dec
    28
    2008

    Our California Christmas

    This year, Dana and I decided we would stay in San Diego for Xmas. Time flew by, and weeks before Christams turned into hours and then we realized...
    Dec
    28
    2008

    Rocky's New Toy

    We couldn't get him to open it himself, but once he saw what it was he wouldn't leave it alone. Rocky got this new toy from Grandma Judy for Chris...
    Dec
    11
    2008

    Southwestern Stuffed Acorn ...

    Last night I came across a new recipe on Eating Well's website. It was seriously the best dish that I think Dana and I have ever come across. I kn...
    Nov
    29
    2008

    Thanksgiving

    For the second year in a row, we joined our friends Chris and Megan at their house for thanksgiving. Most of the people who join us are all friend...
    Nov
    29
    2008

    Crash

    Rocky made a new friend during our Thanksgiving festivities. Your heart will melt as soon as you see how cute this bulldog is. His name is Crash a...
    Nov
    27
    2008

    How to Get to a Man's Heart

    Ok, so as I've explained before, Dana and I go out every Tuesday for our date night. We usually try and check out a new restaurant each week. Most...
    Nov
    17
    2008

    Congratulations to Luke and...

    My cousin, Luke, and his girlfriend just brought a new baby into the world. They had a baby boy, Carson Christopher Korpela. They are going to be...
    Nov
    10
    2008

    Rocky is the #1 Charger Fan

    As we got super excited about the Chargers win today, we realized that Rocky was equally excited, so we wanted to share it with you. Man, I love o...
    Nov
    07
    2008

    Viva Las Vegas

    Dana and I spent the week in Las Vegas for the annual Sema Show (an automotive car show). Dana has clients that would be there, so he wanted to me...
    Oct
    28
    2008

    The Beach is Where It's At

    We had yet another sunny Sunday this last weekend. While we hear everyone back home talk about how cold the days are getting, we were at the beach...
    Oct
    25
    2008

    Congratulations to the Wool...

    One of my closest friends from college (a bridesmaid in my wedding) and her husband, Wayne, will be expecting their first baby in May. I am so exc...
    Oct
    23
    2008

    We love Beer!

    To keep our relationship fun and exciting, Dana and I go out every Tuesday for "date night". It's fun and enjoyable and I recommend every couple t...
    Oct
    14
    2008

    Go Chargers!!

    Over the weekend, Dana and I were planning to go watch the Chargers play the Patriots at Qualcomm stadium. Since Dana likes to use me as arm candy...
    Oct
    07
    2008

    Another Great Double Date S...

    Dana and I had a great weekend. It was the first Sunday of the month, which meant a double date with our friends, Jen and Carlos. Since we hung at...
    Oct
    02
    2008

    Our trip to LA

    This last Monday and Tuesday, Dana and I took a little trip to LA. Dana has friends from Michigan who were on their way to Hawaii to celebrate the...
    Sep
    25
    2008

    Congratulations to the Ream...

    My cousin Jennifer and her husband, Sean, just went to their 12 week doctor's appointment and found that they are having another healthy baby. It...
    Sep
    23
    2008

    John and Catherine Gazdik

    Now that I shared pics of me in my grandma's wedding dress, I've decided to also post a picture of my grandpa and grandma's wedding. In this pictu...
    Sep
    19
    2008

    My Grandmother's Wedding Dress

    As most of you know, I am a fashion designer, here in San Diego.  So, now that I am getting married, everyone asks if I am going to design my...
    Sep
    17
    2008

    The View of our Ceremony Lo...

    With the help of my mom, I have pictures of the location of our ceremony.  I am so excited because it is so beautiful here and I keep so many...
    Sep
    14
    2008

    Snickers and Opal and Bubbles

    My mom sent me videos of her dogs playing with a bubble machine. Being the dog lover that I am, I thought it was so funny that I had to share it. ...
    Sep
    08
    2008

    JP BM DN CR

    What is it, you may ask? Well, here is the story. When I first moved to San Diego, I made a terrific friend. Her name is Jen Petersen. Not long af...
    Sep
    03
    2008

    Welcome, Quinn Rose Washnieski

    Yes, it sure does seem to be baby season.  Today, my cousin, Josh and his wife Hallie welcomed their first baby into the world.  Her nam...
    Aug
    26
    2008

    Welcome, Brenna Linn Foy!!

    My good friend, Miranda and her husband Mike just welcomed their first baby into the world. Her name is Brenna Linn. She's as cute as a button and...
    Jul
    08
    2008

    Our Wedding Party

    Our Wedding Party Groom Bride Dana Brooke       ...
    Jun
    28
    2008

    We've chosen our location!!

    After thinking long and hard about where we would get married, we decided on Ashland, Wi, which is my (Brooke's) hometown. The most important part...
    Jun
    18
    2008

    She Said Yes!!!

    After stalling for 4 years Dana finally got the balls to ask, and she said YES!!! After dining at one of the best rated restaurants in San Dieg...