His & Hers: Lockers
I was truely inspired during our Downey Choir Reunion this morning. We sang, remeniced, and realized how much the choir room hadn’t changed. It’s been almost 9 years, and though the paint may be new, the feelings are still the same. I got especially sentimental when I saw that yes, our old lockers still hadn’t…
His & Hers: Lockers - continue readingDon’t get lost!
I’m not sure what happened. In college, I was always the navigator, clever to untangle the most irratable set of directions, finding my location with an ease that would put Indiana Jones to shame. But alas, after I got married, that vital sense of direction has seemed to leak out of my ears. I don’t know if…
Don’t get lost! - continue readingA Pile of Kittens
The wait is finally over! My cat gave birth to, get ready for it, 9 kittens early Wednesday morning! Gives a whole new meaning to the phrase “nine lives”. Enjoy these pictures of their first couple days on earth! Tuesday evening: Wednesday afternoon:
A Pile of Kittens - continue readingCutest. Wedding. Ever.
Brian and I set out for Indio, CA last weekend to witness the marriage of our good friend, Kelsey, and our newest good friend, Andy. Unfortunately, Brian came down with a horrible fever and chest cold, and had to spend the happy day in our hotel room. In the end it was all worth it,…
Cutest. Wedding. Ever. - continue readingAshes
I’m such a sneaky wife. For someone who can’t keep a secret, I freaked my husband’s freak on Sunday. My bestie Berta inherited a stray kitten that was meandering around her house. After twenty minutes of holding her, I could tell that it was a sign. Our landlords are so pleased with us, they graciously…
Ashes - continue readingBrian’s Easy Baked Pasta
My Valentine’s Day present from my man. Enjoy looking at it as much as I enjoyed eating it! Or, try it for yourself! Brian’s Easy Baked Pasta 1 lb Italian ground sausage, bulk or removed from its casing 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 jars chunky pasta sauce 6 slices provolone cheese 8 oz shredded…
Brian’s Easy Baked Pasta - continue readingEi8ht Years…
I know my wedding anniversary is the only one that counts now…but I can’t help but feel proud of today marking 8 years I’ve been with my love. Here’s to many more years! I love my man! 2003: This was right after graduation from Downey High. We were trying out my new webcam and I…
Ei8ht Years… - continue readingune petite image
a little picture I’ve been racking my brain for something new and exciting for a DIY project, and haven’t been able to find that spark the last couple weeks. Finally, this morning I felt an urge to go to the dollar store, and it all came back. One thing I love more than perhaps life…
une petite image - continue readingNew Years Resolutions…
Today I’ve been hearing of many resoltions for the upcoming year on Facebook while surfing blogs of past and present reports of pledges made on many a January first. At first, I couldn’t remember what my resolution was last year. It took some pondering before it finally came back to me. Twelve months ago, Brian and…
New Years Resolutions… - continue reading65 Years Together…
I had my first interview for www.brianandlauren.net! Today, December 30, 2010, marks my Grandma and Grandpa Hosmer’s 65th anniversary of being wed, and I thought a little interview and blog story was in order. First off, if anyone wants some detailed history about Modesto, all you need to do is ask my grandma, Erma Hosmer. She…
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