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"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres." - 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

(pic #1--> I told him no more chocolate for the rest of the week.  He puts chocoholics to shame.)

~How We Met~ We have a mutual friend who I was going to school with in college who was throwing a "welcome back to school" party our junior year.  Matt was one of his close friends from home whom he invited.  I spotted him as soon as he walked in the door and was definitely "intrigued" :-)  My little sister (4 years younger...4 inches taller) was there with me, since she was in town helping me move in.  Matt came by and started chatting her up, obviously pegging her as the older one... so wrong!  haha.  Needless to say, Jenny eventually steered him in the right direction and by the end of the night he asked for my number.  I didn't think he would actually call...but the next day he asked if he could see me again.  We've been together ever since...and it's always been our little joke about how we met!We've been dating for over 4 years and on December 6, 2008 he popped the question...and I said "YES!"  We're in the process of planning a 2010 wedding in Cleveland, OH.

:::The Proposal:::

Narrated By Matt...

"I wanted to make this night one to remember for the rest of Katherine's life. After months of blood, sweat and tears, I finally peiced together the components for a memorable evening. We started off with a delightfully, delectable dinner at the infamous Olive Garden. She had the option to order anything off the menu she wanted; appetizer, main course, and dessert. After gaining 10 lbs. each, we jiggled and wiggled our way to downtown Cleveland. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes at Playhouse Square was the highlight of the evening (as far as Katherine knew). By the way, The bling bling was still in its box bulging out of my inner coat pocket. I had nowhere else to keep it hidden. On our way out the doors of Playhouse Square lay the sparkling downtown outdoor ice skating rink. Because Katherine dressed for summer during the blizzard of '78 on this wonderful night, ice skating was not an option any longer. Therefore, we drove through the deteriorating inner city admiring the christmas lights and window decor on the main floors of the skyscrapers. It was getting late by now and I was panicking because my moment to shine on the skating rink to propose....was gone. On our way back home to Katherine's mother and father's house, Kathy had lost that sparkle in her eye. She looked like the Golum on Lord of the Rings...only a little darker on the surface. She thought I was going to propose to her on this very night before she was to leave to Uganda for a month. I then told her that I still had one more surprise for her when we got home. That lit her eyes up again. When we finally arrived home from what seemed to be the longest 30 minute drive ever, I was literally shaking in my shoes. I gave her the whole lovey dovey speel, and crippled to one knee. The rest is history...Thank God!"

Hers: Three-stone emerald cut diamonds with princess cut diamonds down the sides and eight round pave diamonds on the side. (Total wt = 1.5 carats)  My band will be princess cut diamonds like my e-ring with pave diamonds on one side.  The blank side will be sautered to my e-ring.

His: We haven't finalized it yet because FI is having a hard time deciding what look he likes best.  Here is one that he likes so far.  We did get him a stainless steel ring for work though.  It was only $8!  It's nice that he got that one now because he's practicing the feel of having a ring... and getting an idea of what style he wants for his "nice" ring.  :)

Come check out September 2010 Group!

Well, this past weekend marked our one year countdown to our wedding!  FI and I took about 15 sec to let the excitement settle in and then got back to work with packing for his big move into our new house!  Since we've been so busy with that, we haven't had a chance to worry about wedding stuff.  Thankfully I've had a head start in planning some projects, so we shouldn't fall behind.  We're now setting monthly goals and hopefully we can get it all done.  Right now our priority is the invitations.  I want them assembled and awaiting "invite portion" by December.  I also what to order my dress by November.  :)

It's all starting to feel real now...

12/6/09: Today is our 1 year anniversary of engagement!  (Don't worry we don't celebrate it!)  But we both agree that time has flown by!  Before we know it we'll be saying "I do!"

1/7/10: Well this is our year!  I can't believe we made it to 2010!  Now all the slacking has to come to an end.  I'm trying to get myself organized and things done early to continue my goal of a stress free wedding day!  This month I need to set up a meeting and book a baker, arrange another tasting with our caterer, and start losing some weight!  I ordered my dress last weekend and it should be here by mid February!  I'm so excited! 

1/19/10: My dress is here!!! I picked it up last night and then went for my bracelet fitting. lol yes, my mom's friend is making my bracelet and wanted me to try it on before she finalized it. (I have some crazy small wrists!)  It looks gorgeous so far!!  Tonight we start addressing the STDs and start sending them out!  Ah!! We're getting married!

2/11/10: So I turned 26 yesterday! (Yay!) Wedding details are coming along beautifully!  My bracelet was completed and packed safely away.  We have 17 STDs left to send out.  Mom and dad are on this planning kick and I'm not going to do anything to slow them down! :)  Oh...and my FI is as sweet and patient as ever! (Heart him!)

Our e-pic session was only $50!

A friend of a friend is an upcoming photog who wanted to give it a try...and we couldn't pass up the price!

I'm first generation African-American.  My parents were born and raised in Uganda, Africa.  Needless to say, there is a lot of rich culture and tradition is my upbringing.  My FI and I want to incorporate as much as we can into the wedding.  One of the main things we'll be doing is an introduction ceremony called a Kwanjula.  It's a formal event whereby the groom is officially introduced to the bride's parents.  Traditionally he must present a dowery for the bride's hand in marriage.  Obviously he's already received my parent's blessing, but this will be a nice ceremony to have. 

There is a traditional dress that I must wear (actually I have to change about 3 times) during the ceremony.  It's called a Basuuti...and can only be described as a modified kimono.  Matt also has an outfit called a kanzu. 

At the reception we would also like to incorporate the traditional dance of my tribe (the Baganda).  We found a group in Canada who will be performing live!  The dance is hard to explain, but there are some videos out there on YouTube like this one.  Think Hula dancing with some voltage. :)  It's a gorgeous energetic dance.  I think our guests will really appreciate it.

I'm having Brown and Green with Orange/Red Accent.  My goal theme is "Cultural Elegance"

So our reception venue has a complimentary Honeymoon suite stay at the Holiday Inn & Suites located next door!  It has a whirpool tub!  We'll be staying their our first night as husband & wife!

So I'm attempting to be at my physical peak come September 2010!  I'm going to try and keep a monthly journal to update on my progress!

Goal is: 115 lbs (I'm 5' 3" so this isn't an unhealthy weight)

Weigh-In's

December 2009 - 128lbs

January 2010 - 131lbs (dear Lord I'm going in the wrong direction... it was that eggnog...)

February 2010 - 128lbs

March 2010 - 126lbs!

I was a maid of honor in my best friend's wedding (khopkins) in August 2009.  I worked on her shower and It was so much fun DIYing, because it helped me practice for my big day!

Theme: TIffany & Co.  (actually... Kristin & Co.)

Invites: (DIY pocketfold)

From the wedding...

FI and I recently purchased a house! And although I won't be living there until after the wedding, I already feel the need to nest!

Check out the "Our First Home" and "Green Thumb" PW group!!

Here are some blogs/websites that have really inspired me decor wise:

• HGTV
• Addicted 2 Decorating
• Young House Love
• The DIY Show Off
• Evangeline's Vine
• The Newlywed Diaries

We had a mini OH PW G2G in Columbus at Mimi's cafe! (fabulous food!)  My FI joined us and gave some great insight from a guy's perspective of wedding planning!  These ladies are so fabulous!  We had a great time getting to know one another.  Can't wait to plan the next one!

Booth shot: (left to right): Mrs.KC, jonniethm, futuremrscorwin     

Ring shot: (clockwise from top): futuremrscorwin, Mrs.KC, jonniethm