Things I LOVE

I decided to take my sister in-law Dayna's idea and do a post about things that I love right now. So here are a few things that I have been loving. More will follow.

This is the inspiration for my wedding cake that I am super excited about. We are using Carries cakes in Sandy and they seem like they are going to do a fabulous job

Cake bites from sweet tooth fairy. I love sugar in general but these things are heavenly. 

I am always loving skirts but this cute yellow skirt from Kate Spade may be my next sewing project.

Sewing Projects

I am the worst blogger ever but I thought I would at least give a little update on my sewing and craft projects since I have gotten home. I have been making lots of headbands and I have sewn a few things. Wedding plans keep me pretty busy but I am trying to make time for projects so that I can let the stress out. I will take more pictures of the things I have made but at least here is a little bit of my inspiration. 

This is my next project for little Jayner. I saw this picture and have been wanting to make them ever since. I think they will be darling on her.

This is my next project once I find the fabric that I like. I am planning on adding another layer to it for length reasons but I am really excited about this one.

So I made this skirt in a grey and white polka dot and I love it. It was a super simple pattern and then my grandma showed me how to make the bow. I love it! I made a blouse to go with it but I haven't taken a picture yet so that will come later. 

Jerusalem if I forget you....

I am in the airport right now. It has been a hard past few days and I will never forget the time I spent here. I can't believe it is over but I know I have changed and this has been one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Shalom from Israel

Galilee

On the Shores of Galilee

Love these girls

My fish dinner... Yes I ate the whole thing. I even pulled the skin off

Jordan river where we saw a bunch of people baptizing themselves

Sunset at the Kibutz on the sea of Galilee

Just after our boat ride across the sea of Galilee

Mount of Beatitudes 

At Banyas falls

View from the high tower at the castle

Up on Nimrods Castle. It was ridiculously cold and windy but still amazing!

We were so surprised when we got to Galilee and it was beautiful and green. 

It felt like we were in a different country.

This was outside of the center as the sun was setting on the city 

I have been awful about posting my life in Jerusalem so I am going to try and make up for that in a few quick picture posts. I was able to spend 2 weeks in Galilee going to all of the sites from Christ's ministry. I loved being there and had some of the most amazing experiences of my whole trip here. I have a new love an appreciation for this part of Israel. 

Christmas shopping has started in Jerusalem. I only have 2 weeks left and I am feeling the pressure to get so many things done. There are still things that I want to do and see and I am constantly on the hunt for things I have been wanting. I was able to make friends with a goldsmith in the Old city and with his resources and my ideas we have been able to do some costume pieces while I have been here. It's been so much fun. I am getting really sad thinking about leaving and I can't believe how fast it has come. I am so grateful for the chance that I had to be here. I will try to be better with my updates these last few weeks. Shabbat Shalom!

Picture Story of My Last Few Weeks

Life in the Holy Land

I have been to a lot of ruins and castles over the past few weeks but this was one of my favorite. We got to be there as the sun was setting and it was so beautiful.

Yes I was a Falafal for Halloween. Explanation: this is a popular middle eastern food. It typically includes 3 falafal balls in a pita with veggies and humus. Google it for a picture of the real thing and this costume will become that much better

Just chilling in the Jordan River... no big deal

We visited a Mosque in Jordan and had to be fully decked out in black robes. I felt a little like I was in Harry Potter

Pools of Bethesda

Petra rocked my world! It was one of the favorite places I have been to thus far. It was amazing

Sukkot at the Western Wall watching the Jewish people wack their willows

I love the Old City. It is so different then what I expected . The limestone streets are my favorite.

Egypt was a blast as you can tell. We spent about 9 days there.

Jane and I on the Villa Delerosa. We had to do a certain amount of sites by the end of our class so some days we would just go around all day seeing churches and places on the list

Dome of the Rock for the first time. We can only go during certain times and it's hard to coordinate with class and our trips, so I haven't been able to go as much as I would like.

I have been so busy I haven't had a spare moment to do anything. I decided my mind needed a break for a few minutes so I decided it was about time I did a blog of what I have been up to. I don't have that much time so this will be mostly photos.

I Love Lauren Forever

I miss Lauren tons. So, I thought i should do something for her. Lucky for me, I have one of the most creative fiancés in the world. So I took her idea and put my own little spin on it. I love you Lauren. I can't wait to be sealed to you. You are my absolute favorite. I hope you like this. I am so excited for the big day. As you can see, I think about it a lot

I think about it when I sleep.

I think about it jumping in front of her place last year.

Still jumping for joy.

I think about it on creepy BYU pathways after hours.

I think about it at the ESC where we first unofficially met.

I think about it while I ride Cougars.

I think about it while whispering in a Cougar's ear.

How can I not think about it when I'm around ducks?

I think about it in front of Provo Temple.

I think about it in front of my place last year.

I think about it while discussing principles of faith with Joseph Smith.

I think about it when I go to Del.

I think about it in front of the Timpanogos Temple.

I think about it when i drive.

To be honest, I think about it all the time. I am thrilled that Lauren has decided to be my wife. She makes me a better person every day. I look up to her and respect her. She makes me incredibly happy. I look forward to the day we kneel in the temple and make the eternal covenant of marriage with one another on June 12, 2010. I love you Lauren.

-Michael Reid