Well....
The wedding photos are now available courtesy of my dear friend, Melissa Brewer with Snapped with Love Photography. I couldn't be happier with the end result. Come on by and take a look!
http://paulkbunch.shutterfly.com/
Have a great weekend,
J
Showing posts with label Wedding; Reception; Adam. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wedding; Reception; Adam. Show all posts
Friday, January 27, 2012
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Happy New Year 2012
Happy New Year 2012 from The Paulk Bunch!
I haven't posted in a while, but wanted to share some pictures from our wedding day. Snapped with Love photography has a TON of pictures on their Facebook page. A special thank you to all our friends and family for making it a wonderul day!
The Amazing Mr. P and I got married!!!
I haven't posted in a while, but wanted to share some pictures from our wedding day. Snapped with Love photography has a TON of pictures on their Facebook page. A special thank you to all our friends and family for making it a wonderul day!
The Amazing Mr. P and I got married!!!
All the best in 2012 and BEYOND!
Also ~ please continue to pray for Sophie. We found another spot on her scalp. We're going to TCH to have it looked at, but can't see anyone until later in the month. Thanks in advance for your prayers.
Good day friends,
J
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Breaking News!!! Wedding & kids update!!!
Well the kids are doing okay today... Sophie had some rocky moments, but they are both okay for now...
Sophie: Well, we got a good report at Sophie's Neurology appointment today. We got a call that it had been moved from 9:00 to 10:15, so we ended up finally getting to see him around 10:40 and he did a very thorough exam. This man is the best in the world at this disorder supposedly, so to see him give her a work up was mind boggling. I think he checked everything going on with her. It was great. It took a long time, but even though she was very shy at first, she warmed up. He speakes with an accent, so I think it took some getting used to. She said her favorite part was when he took the vibrating tong and put it on her hands and feet and tested how long it would take her to stop feeling it. He asked a ton of questions, and after she got over her initial shyness, I think she did really well. He wrote a bunch of notes and kept having to run out into the hallway to give his notes to someone and they would type it into the computer. He said that today was their first day on a new computer system. Lucky us! It just meant everything took ten times longer than normal, but it was okay. We all desperately want her to get better, so I think her opening up to such a qualified physician was a great thing. You can't put a time limit on that... He said that she is going to continue to have issues with what he is calling a "generalized disautonomic disorder" but that she should get better with the treatment he is prescribing. He also recommended that we increase her iron because she was severely anemic. He has also recommended vitamin D3 because her vitamin D was low and a few other prescriptions. He said that she should continue to improve.
Then.... we went to the lab. Sophie and I waited and waited until her name was called. She has MAJOR needle anxiety and this was no different. They called her name and said to go to the orange room and then someone came in to stick her. She looked for a vein for a long time. Then, she tried to stick my little angels hand. The woman said she was having trouble getting a vein and that the vein wasn't pumping so she called for back up. Three other techs came in. Sophie started hyperventelating, sweating and got really really red and hot. She was scared to death. The one kindof motherly tech started wiping Sophie's face off with a rag. Sophie started to calm down a little bit. Then the bad news...They were only able to get about 8 cc's and they needed more for the tests they wanted to run. Then, they said they needed to go talk to the supervisor to see if they could get the rest with a finger stick. Sophie started to get more upset. She was really having a tough time... They came back, and got the rest of the blood that they needed but not without a few tears. She is so anxious about bloodwork. I do everything I can to comfort her but her anxiety is through the roof. But, with a promise of going to my office for the balance of the day, Sophie did well. After many long hours at the clinic, we finally got to leave and she was happy as a clam sitting at my office credenza, drinking and Diet Dr. Pepper and playing her game. She's such a kind hearted little girl, it's hard for me to see her have to go through this.
As far as Aiden, the Adenoid/Tubes surgery is in just over a week and though I am nervous, I know he will be allright because he is in good hands. Though I know there could be risks, I also know that he's gone through tubes surgery before and he did really well. And, overall it really helped him have less ear infections than before.
WEDDING NEWS!!! Well... Here it is... After planning for a few months now and realizing that waiting 'til June 2012 with all of the trips back and forth, we've decided to move the wedding up! So, we are getting married in December instead. The wedding is going to be beautiful and we are all very much looking forward to it.
We're going to have a small wedding with our closest family and friends. We appreciate in advance, your prayers for a long and happy marriage. We are overjoyed!
Goodnight Friends,
J
Sophie: Well, we got a good report at Sophie's Neurology appointment today. We got a call that it had been moved from 9:00 to 10:15, so we ended up finally getting to see him around 10:40 and he did a very thorough exam. This man is the best in the world at this disorder supposedly, so to see him give her a work up was mind boggling. I think he checked everything going on with her. It was great. It took a long time, but even though she was very shy at first, she warmed up. He speakes with an accent, so I think it took some getting used to. She said her favorite part was when he took the vibrating tong and put it on her hands and feet and tested how long it would take her to stop feeling it. He asked a ton of questions, and after she got over her initial shyness, I think she did really well. He wrote a bunch of notes and kept having to run out into the hallway to give his notes to someone and they would type it into the computer. He said that today was their first day on a new computer system. Lucky us! It just meant everything took ten times longer than normal, but it was okay. We all desperately want her to get better, so I think her opening up to such a qualified physician was a great thing. You can't put a time limit on that... He said that she is going to continue to have issues with what he is calling a "generalized disautonomic disorder" but that she should get better with the treatment he is prescribing. He also recommended that we increase her iron because she was severely anemic. He has also recommended vitamin D3 because her vitamin D was low and a few other prescriptions. He said that she should continue to improve.
Then.... we went to the lab. Sophie and I waited and waited until her name was called. She has MAJOR needle anxiety and this was no different. They called her name and said to go to the orange room and then someone came in to stick her. She looked for a vein for a long time. Then, she tried to stick my little angels hand. The woman said she was having trouble getting a vein and that the vein wasn't pumping so she called for back up. Three other techs came in. Sophie started hyperventelating, sweating and got really really red and hot. She was scared to death. The one kindof motherly tech started wiping Sophie's face off with a rag. Sophie started to calm down a little bit. Then the bad news...They were only able to get about 8 cc's and they needed more for the tests they wanted to run. Then, they said they needed to go talk to the supervisor to see if they could get the rest with a finger stick. Sophie started to get more upset. She was really having a tough time... They came back, and got the rest of the blood that they needed but not without a few tears. She is so anxious about bloodwork. I do everything I can to comfort her but her anxiety is through the roof. But, with a promise of going to my office for the balance of the day, Sophie did well. After many long hours at the clinic, we finally got to leave and she was happy as a clam sitting at my office credenza, drinking and Diet Dr. Pepper and playing her game. She's such a kind hearted little girl, it's hard for me to see her have to go through this.
As far as Aiden, the Adenoid/Tubes surgery is in just over a week and though I am nervous, I know he will be allright because he is in good hands. Though I know there could be risks, I also know that he's gone through tubes surgery before and he did really well. And, overall it really helped him have less ear infections than before.
WEDDING NEWS!!! Well... Here it is... After planning for a few months now and realizing that waiting 'til June 2012 with all of the trips back and forth, we've decided to move the wedding up! So, we are getting married in December instead. The wedding is going to be beautiful and we are all very much looking forward to it.
We're going to have a small wedding with our closest family and friends. We appreciate in advance, your prayers for a long and happy marriage. We are overjoyed!
Goodnight Friends,
J
Monday, October 10, 2011
We have to do WHAT?? (and an update on the kids)
We have to do WHAT? A marriage class? But we've done this before! lol
I want to start tonight by saying, I have the most amazing fiance in the world. He has had to endure so much with us this year. From Histiocytosis (www.histio.org) that appeared in my daughter's system, literally days after we met, to Epilepsy and immune system issues with my son, the AWESOME Mr. P gets his name from being my rock, my fortress and the man I truly truly respect and look up to. He exhibits such grace and class and is a calming force in times of trial, and lately we've really seen our share... And he's romantic and loving and kind to my children, he has a heart for God and is more than I ever could have dreamed to find. I am blessed to know him. It has been one year today since the day we met, and I am a better person having him by my side. I can't wait to become the Awesome Mrs. P!
So, with some trepidation, I enrolled. I had no idea how this would work; the Awesome Mr. P in another city, and me in Houston, but we'd give it a shot. We were both committed and wanted to be certain we were prepared in every way to walk down the aisle next June. So, we did it. I talked to the director of the class to be sure that doing the Skype thing would be alright with everyone, and they agreed. The Awesome Mr. P and the Future Mrs. P (that's me) would both be going through this journey toward marriage, even though we would have to work out the technical side of the course as we went along.
The course we are studying is called Love and Respect by Emerson Eggerichs. I read through my workbook that first night, just to be SURE that what he was saying was going to go in line with what I wanted for MY marriage. It makes me laugh now, because I was being such a girl. MY marriage? REALLY? I am certainly NOT the kind of girl that wants to wear the pants, and there I was trying to take control of the situation, and what I needed to think about was how I was going to LET Mr. P take the reins, and through that, let God take the reins.
What the course is about is the point that men need RESPECT like they need air to breathe. They would rather be left alone and unloved out in the cold than be disrespected by peers. Women on the other hand, need LOVE like they need air to breathe. Not that they don't need respect and men don't need love, but it's a different level of need. This is a critical NEED. Women would rather be disrespected by their peers than be left out alone and unloved. (para. Eggerichs)
I was always sure I was a relatively liberated woman, until I heard what he had to say... you may not completely agree with him, but I do think he's doing a lot to teach us not only how to respect and love each other through the vows of marriage, but also how to better parent our sons and daughters. He talks at great length about how the unkind words and tumultuous marriage of his parents led to major insecurities on his part that he has been working his whole life to resolve. I don't ever want my kids to hurt like that.
Update on the kids...
I want to start tonight by saying, I have the most amazing fiance in the world. He has had to endure so much with us this year. From Histiocytosis (www.histio.org) that appeared in my daughter's system, literally days after we met, to Epilepsy and immune system issues with my son, the AWESOME Mr. P gets his name from being my rock, my fortress and the man I truly truly respect and look up to. He exhibits such grace and class and is a calming force in times of trial, and lately we've really seen our share... And he's romantic and loving and kind to my children, he has a heart for God and is more than I ever could have dreamed to find. I am blessed to know him. It has been one year today since the day we met, and I am a better person having him by my side. I can't wait to become the Awesome Mrs. P!
So, with some trepidation, I enrolled. I had no idea how this would work; the Awesome Mr. P in another city, and me in Houston, but we'd give it a shot. We were both committed and wanted to be certain we were prepared in every way to walk down the aisle next June. So, we did it. I talked to the director of the class to be sure that doing the Skype thing would be alright with everyone, and they agreed. The Awesome Mr. P and the Future Mrs. P (that's me) would both be going through this journey toward marriage, even though we would have to work out the technical side of the course as we went along.
The course we are studying is called Love and Respect by Emerson Eggerichs. I read through my workbook that first night, just to be SURE that what he was saying was going to go in line with what I wanted for MY marriage. It makes me laugh now, because I was being such a girl. MY marriage? REALLY? I am certainly NOT the kind of girl that wants to wear the pants, and there I was trying to take control of the situation, and what I needed to think about was how I was going to LET Mr. P take the reins, and through that, let God take the reins.
What the course is about is the point that men need RESPECT like they need air to breathe. They would rather be left alone and unloved out in the cold than be disrespected by peers. Women on the other hand, need LOVE like they need air to breathe. Not that they don't need respect and men don't need love, but it's a different level of need. This is a critical NEED. Women would rather be disrespected by their peers than be left out alone and unloved. (para. Eggerichs)
I was always sure I was a relatively liberated woman, until I heard what he had to say... you may not completely agree with him, but I do think he's doing a lot to teach us not only how to respect and love each other through the vows of marriage, but also how to better parent our sons and daughters. He talks at great length about how the unkind words and tumultuous marriage of his parents led to major insecurities on his part that he has been working his whole life to resolve. I don't ever want my kids to hurt like that.
Update on the kids...
Sophie is battling a sinus infection and also had a biopsy on Thursday of some spots that flared up on her arm. Additionally her oncologist has requested that she come in on Thursday of THIS week to have a few additional biopsies of places on her skin. Eventually we will get some results. The not knowing gets me every time...
Aiden has his own share of issues this week. He has an ear infection (again) because his tubes have dislodged. And, the ENT wants to take his tonsils and adenoids out as well, but we can't seem to get him well enough long enough to do the surgery. She started him on a new antibiotic today and we are hopeful that it will help. For the four days of "healthy" we had this month, I am truly grateful. Here are some pictures from those days....
Goodnight friends,
J
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Mid-Summer Update…
This time of the year (where Sophie’s with her dad) is hard on me. I will admit it. I miss her every day and feel like a part of me is missing. Luckily, she and I have been able to Skype with Aiden there and he’s gotten all giggly with her on the line. Also, she got to stay overnight last Friday before she went back down to see her grandparents and cousins for the second part of her dad’s time with her. On another positive note, I have been distracted by many things like work, wedding planning and hanging out with my li’l man. So, life is really good. And, for the moment, to my surprise, the kids have both been… wait for it… HEALTHY! I thank God daily for that.
I have been able to spend a lot of time with my fiancé over the first part of this summer, which has been incredible. Being with him more often confirms our decision to marry and being around he and his four gorgeous children delights my heart and makes me look forward to the future in a LOT of ways. I can’t wait for our wedding next summer and the fun events that will surround our event. I can’t even begin to tell you how I am looking forward to being his wife. The amazing Mr. P’s WIFE! **sigh** And, mother to SIX beautiful, amazing, precious, intelligent, unique and God-filled CHILDREN! ME, who I thought might never have more than one child… and I’m going to have SIX! WOW!!!
I am going to be researching many many things over the next few months. Aside from all the wedding stuff, I am going to be researching blended families and finding out what works and what doesn’t. I am going to be asking everyone I know about how they keep track of scheduling, budgeting and organizing their homes with that many kiddos. I am completely open to your suggestions and look forward to hearing them!
Well… I guess that’s all for now! Have a great day friends!
J
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
YOUR WEDDING PICTURES WANTED!
This is going to be so NEAT!
I hope I can get your participation with this... It will be so cool...
I would like to put together a project for my upcoming wedding to the amazing Mr. P and I need your help! I need you to have your friends and family members email me their wedding picture. You know, bride and groom, for this project I'm working on. Could you please try to do this soon? I would also like their first names and their anniversary date. This will be so neat and VERY vintage in feel... I can't wait! Please join in the fun. You can email me at jodimmorgan@yahoo.com the picture or message me for my mailing address to send a copy.
Thanks!
I will update my blog after the wedding day with the results of the VERY cool project! I can't wait!!!
Have a great day friends,
J
I hope I can get your participation with this... It will be so cool...
I would like to put together a project for my upcoming wedding to the amazing Mr. P and I need your help! I need you to have your friends and family members email me their wedding picture. You know, bride and groom, for this project I'm working on. Could you please try to do this soon? I would also like their first names and their anniversary date. This will be so neat and VERY vintage in feel... I can't wait! Please join in the fun. You can email me at jodimmorgan@yahoo.com the picture or message me for my mailing address to send a copy.
Thanks!
I will update my blog after the wedding day with the results of the VERY cool project! I can't wait!!!
Have a great day friends,
J
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Wedding Fun...
This is going to be so much fun... Adam and I are both looking forward to our day, and to make it beautiful AND fun for the kids...
The wedding planning is well under way though the wedding is one year away. I have searched and searched and will search some more, but wanted to share with you the list of questions I sent to the reception catering coordinator. I thought that having these questions readily available to you might be helpful if you ever have an event to plan.
We are getting so excited. Here are some inspirational pictures...
As I search and search... Here is the handy list of questions I came up with.
This is what I emailed her this morning:
The wedding planning is well under way though the wedding is one year away. I have searched and searched and will search some more, but wanted to share with you the list of questions I sent to the reception catering coordinator. I thought that having these questions readily available to you might be helpful if you ever have an event to plan.
We are getting so excited. Here are some inspirational pictures...
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| The thought of having brooches all over the boquet brought back the feeling of a retro 1930's old hollywood vibe, that I am SO attracted to. I think I could make this bouquet easily with some time... oh wait, I have a year! lol... |
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| I tagged this off of the internet when I googled boutoneer ideas. I think the peacock with the puple is too cute. |
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| This is obviously not exactly what we'll do, but these are sources of inspiration to me. :) |
This is what I emailed her this morning:
Thank you for visiting with me yesterday. When all is said and done, we would like to have EVERYTHING for the reception (incl. tax and gratuities cost less than $XXXXX). Like you said, when looking over the banquet packet, I did get quickly intimidated and was concerned that we may not be able to stay within our allotted budget for the day. I did, however, see an entrée that was priced at $XX.XX and included a starch and a veggie, cake cutting, coffee & tea service as well as appetizer. Is that the one that you were talking about? That would bring us to $XX,XXX before tax and service charges, correct?
Do you have the date available?
What kind of deposits are needed to reserve the space for that date/time?
What is the capacity of your room(s)? How would we configure the space?
What is the “cake cutting fee”?
- Do you provide tasting consultations/food tastings?
- Is there a fee for such tastings?
- What is the staff to guest ratio?
- What is the staff dress code? Formal or casual?
- If buffet style is offered, are servers provided or will it be self-serve?
- Is there an extra charge for buffet servers? If so, how much?
- When will the staff clean up the buffet line?
- Is there an extra charge for bartenders? If so, how much?
- Who is supplying the liquor, water, ice, etc.?
- What is the charge for sodas/water/tea? Cash bar?
- Is there security needed? Do you provide or do we need to?
- Do you provide the wedding cake, or should I hire an outside baker?
- If you provide the cake, is there an extra charge? If so, how much?
- Is the champagne toasting service included or is that an extra charge? If an extra charge, how much?
- Does the headcount include wedding professionals at the event (photographers, DJs, etc.)?
- Are there special prices for feeding our DJ, band, photographer and other wedding professionals?
- Are there special prices for children? (discounts?)
- Is there a dance floor and, if so, how many people can it handle? Does it cost extra?
- May our DJ or other professional(s) have access to your electrical outlets? Are there enough?
- When is the final headcount due?
- May I make partial payments?
- When is the final payment due?
- Is gratuity included in the price?
- If not, what is the percentage of the service charge?
- What percentage are the taxes?
- What is the overtime charge?
- Is the set-up and clean up included in the final price?
- Do you provide linens, tables, chairs, china, glassware, silverware, serving accessories, etc.? Can you send me pictures?
- What equipment do you provide with the package?
- Do you have Audio/Visual Equipment? What is the fee?
- Do you provide rentals, or are they from another company?
- Is there adequate parking?
- Is there a charge for parking? If so, how much?
- Do you offer valet parking? If so, how much?
- Do you allow outside Valet companies?
- Is there a coat checkroom? Is staff available for the room?
If so, what are the fees associated with that service if not already included in the basic charge? - Are there any additional charges not mentioned?
- Do you provide a written contract and guarantee?
- What are the refunds/cancellation terms?
- Do the bride and groom receive a bridal suite included in the package? Yes.
- Are discounts available to our guests for their accommodations? If so, how much is the discount and/or how much are the rooms? $XXX/night as discussed?
- How many hours will we have the room? Beginning time/end time?
- How long before the event can we have access to the room so that we may prepare the room?
- Are there any other events taking place at the same time as ours?
- Our colors are black and white and tiffany blue. What colors are your linens?
I hope my little list helps you...
Have a great day friends,
J
Have a great day friends,
J
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