Hello internet world! I am a new blogger and would like to take a moment to introduce myself. You can call me Nicole Marie. I work in the real estate biz where I like to say I run the office without the fancy title (or paycheck). I spend my weekends with my fabulous friends, usually over a glass of wine and some type of board game. I live to throw theme parties… probably because I always want an excuse to get dressed up. Halloween is my favorite holiday and I plan for it for months in advance. I am a firm believer that if you want to wear a tiara on your birthday, you absolutely should. I also love to paint, read, and shop for handbags like it’s my job.
My partner’s name is Rose and she is my best friend. We met in high school and have been inseparable ever since. I can totally be myself with her and we make every moment fun. We share a love for Lady Gaga, sushi, and anything vintage. She is currently a student, aspiring to go into the dental field. I have this theory that she is actually a panda bear in disguise.
After being together for over 7 years, I proposed to her during a game of Catchphrase. We live in Maryland , but decided to make things legal in DC after the law recently passed allowing same-sex marriages. You can read all about our shot-gun style courthouse wedding here and here. It was so amazing not only to marry the love of my life but also to take part in such a historical moment for the US . Now we need the rest of the states to get with the program!
After our intimate courthouse ceremony this past March, we are now planning a blow-out bash for October of this year so we can really celebrate with friends and family. And how can I miss an opportunity to wear an awesome dress and dance the night away? Even though I consider our courthouse ceremony to be our actual “wedding day,” the reception we are planning will be much more of a wedding for us. That means we get to bicker over registry items like the rest of them!
Our venue is booked but we are pretty much in the beginning stages for just about everything else. I have a tendency to change my mind. A lot. So far, we have decided on a short vow renewal followed by an evening of snacks, drinks and music. Our party location is at a glass-blowing studio that has a very industrial, artistic feel. I want to have some hints of a traditional wedding, but with lots of personal touches and much more of a party atmosphere. This will be a celebration, after all! We will be planning everything on a limited budget, which means plenty of DIY goodness. Luckily, I have a great support system of family, friends and “practically-family” that will help us along the way. I am so excited to start sharing our wedding adventures with you!
ahh! I LOVED the pics of your legal ceremony and can’t wait to follow along as you plan your reception/party! :)
Welcome! Can’t wait to hear all about your DIY goodness!
Yeah! Welcome Nicole Marie (& Rose, too!). If your proposal, shot-gun wedding and bio are anything to go by, your wedding planning process is gonna have some good stories! :)
YAY! I loved your pics, and am so happy that we get to see you through the rest of your weddingness!