a small road trip.

Good morning! I’ve been cleaning, wrapping gifts & packing since 7 this morning. I have a few more things on my to-do list- return library books, pack lunches & buy film- before Luke & I head down to Arkansas to celebrate his dad’s birthday. He’s turning fifty! 

I snapped this photo this morning. I’ve been keeping my shades up & my curtains tied back. I feel more hopeful for spring when I can feel the natural light in my bedroom. 
& writing of spring, Wednesday, and its beautiful weather, sparked even more hope.

Tip always finds the best places to feel the warmth from the sun.

Tip & I spent most of our afternoon walking to Salvation Army (where I found those boots for $4!!), soaking in the sun, & enjoying a nice beer before I headed off to my last class.
Later, Luke & I met up with others to enjoy a nice evening of skating at the roller rink.

We plan to maybe go on another date to the roller rink & perhaps afterward, go to Broadway Diner for shakes 🙂 We had that much fun!
I wish you all a wonderful, warm weekend.
love,
Natalie

weekend.


Tori has come & gone. But while she was here, it was perfect. We played scrabble with friends, made food, took pictures of food, & planned an entire day of photo-making in downtown. Sadly, my film camera decided that it didn’t want to work properly & my film was exposed before I could have it developed. But hey!- it is just film. 🙂
Now that the weekend is over, I’m overwhelmed with all of my assignments due this week & paperwork that needs to be completed for school. I hope to stay organized & on top of things this week despite the craziness.
What are some ways you stay organized & stress-free during overwhelmingly hectic weeks?
Have a good day!
love,
Natalie

no. 2- our engagement

1.18.2009

He proposed.


I said, “yes.”

1, 4, 5 by {him}.
love,
Natalie