Married life and beyond

It's been a while, but the biggest news of course is that Ben and I got married!! We went to the county clerk on September 10 and had a civil ceremony, and then were wed on September 12 at Edward's Mansion. After all the initial stress of last minute details, the wedding went beautifully. I really felt like the style and atmosphere was genuinely me and Ben, that our personalities showed through everything. It was an amazing experience that I am still processing. The only thing I regret is not having my Texas friends out there to celebrate with me.

Sophia, our BEAUTIFUL flower girl and I dancing.

Austyn and Ben, undoubtedly having a moment.

We honeymooned in Portland, which was more beautiful than I had remembered. I was so excited to be in a city with hippies, bookstores, and coffee.

In other news, I'm starting to apply to the University of Texas at Arlington for my MSSW! It's looking more likely that we will still be in Dallas after Ben graduates in December, but if not I'll just apply to whatever school is closest after we move. I'm so excited! I'm calling later in the week to talk with an advisor about which concentration I should go for if I want to work in the hospitals. Not sure if Direct Practice or Community/Administrative concentration would serve me better.

And because I know everyone will ask, I'll just say now that Ben and I don't plan to be having any babies anytime soon. We're planning to wait until we're back in California to start a family, so we can be with our families. However, God doesn't always follow our plans so I guess we will just have to see ;)