I have the best friends...

So this weekend was the first time I really sat down and thought about my wedding (this is an official thinking, not a premature engagement thought which we all know happened). So I created a guest list, determined who I wanted to be in the bridal party and made appointments to look at venues in two weeks.

First of all with the guest list, that was really hard. I just love too many people! I'm trying to narrow it down but its not easy! Not to mention- it is amazing how fast people add up. Who knew that I ALONE would want to invite 84 people. Luckily, I think I've trimmed to about 66 so I'm pretty impressed with myself. However, the big kicker is that I keep forgetting to add Cal and I as guests. I mean we will be eating and definitely be drinking ;) so we should probably be in the final count. That is messing things up for sure! A long time ago, I told my brother that I wanted a wedding of 150 - he said "yeah right" well that is still my goal but it might be rough.

But the most exciting part of the weekend (other than Cal as a surprise guest for the entire evening) was deciding and ordering a little something special for my bridesmaids! They won't be ready until September 15, and I hope I can wait that long. So excited to let my besties know how special they are to me. I feel so lucky to have the friends I do and I am so excited for them to be standing next to me next year!

Hooray!

Now for today's wedding thought:

So one of the venues we like is the Barr Mansion. But its everywhere. All the wedding blogs I visit- I find it! It makes me love it more. Check out the link:
A Barr Mansion

-The Future Mrs. Estee (aahhh)

Shoes...

Feeling inspired by these fun colored shoes! A neat idea...I think I might steal...

Best. Weekend. Ever.

Well this was a pretty eventful weekend to say the least. It started with going to Mama Mia with my moms. It was a birthday present for her and we had a wonderful dinner! Looking back now, I'm sure the conversation was pretty interesting as I talked about how much I wanted to marry cal and how I'm excited for that part of my life.

AND NOW I CAN"T BELIEVE THAT NIGHT CAME....two days later.

This Saturday, my most wonderful boyfriend became my fiance! It's amazing, I was looking forward to this moment for so long, one would have thought it wouldn't feel strange calling him my fiance...but its a little strange. however, very wonderful!

I had the best proposal! It was meaningful, romantic and heartfelt! Plus, I got a shiny ring and I get to plan a fun wedding to an amazing guy! Please forgive me if all of a sudden this blog turns into a wedding blog ;).

Here are some pics! I was blown away by the love and support cal and i received from his and my family and our friends. He had a little surprise engagement party for me and it was so amazing. He even emailed KC and Eric to see if they wanted to join (on short notice). It was amazing to have them there. It felt so special to hug KC and Sarah! Cal knew it was short notice and kept the party small (and he was afraid of the word getting around) but there were many people not present but I quickly got on the phone to let them know!! I had to talk to my besties!!! and I have the best friends--they drive hours to be there, they give me wonderful blog shout outs :), they scream with excitement, and they help calm Cal's nerves. I'm so lucky!

Sarah, KC and ME!


Father of the bride

I can't wait for this next adventure! So fun! I'm one lucky gal!!!

Brugge Bound

Yummy waffles!!


Oh the french fries!!!



The beautiful canals...

The peaceful convent with the cutest nuns ever

It's official - the entire Darii clan will be making the trek over to Belgium!!! I'm so excited to show Cal the places where my parents got married and I know he will love all the history that Belgium holds. I can't wait to walk through the streets sampling chocolate and going in to big beautiful churches. Plus, I'm excited to show off my wonderful man to all my cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents.

We are going in October and that is going to be one crammed month. 2 weddings and a trip to Belgium! So much fun!

Zack Morris Time Out

I don't know how to post a video, but you have to go to this link!! I laughed and laughed! Definitely took away my case of the Mondays.

Zack Attack!!

dreamin...

Can't wait to put mason jars filled with peonies and hyrdangas in my future home. So fun so new so old. Perfect.

Wanting and Wishing...

Me thinks this necklace is tres chic...

The City

Here are some pictures highlights:


On the cable car (surly drivers though)

Under the Golden Gate Bridge

Hear no evil, See no evil, Speak no evil and ELLEN

Poplar Beach at Half Moon Bay

Beautiful Ritz Carlton at Half Moon Bay

As those crazy Californians call it- The City was amazing. Cal and I had such a wonderful time looking at all the sights, eating at wonderful, romantic restaurants and enjoying our first vacation. We had such a nice time it made me very exciting about traveling together in our future. He's a wonderful traveling companion.

San Francisco was amazing!!!

Will post pics tomorrow...for now must catch some zzzz's.