Responses from engagement!

These are fun to look back on. There are some good ones in here!!


1. Stephanie McLerran- “What the heck (after she noticed the ring)

2. Colvert- “It’s about time. We think the world of that girl! I would be honored to be your best man.”

3. Tim Bowen- “Oh my gosh! (while bringing us both in for a group hug)

4. Sunni Ellison- “I wanna scream right now I am so happy, but I’m in a doctors office, Oh my gosh, oh my gosh, ahhh.”

5. Anna Peavler- “Yay, wow that is like a movie.”

6. Chris Wilson- “Congratulations and he knew you were a keeper when he saw that pics from the Packer game.”

7. Haley McLerran- “Why are you getting married? Then Matt tells her because that is what you do”

8. Kim Polk-Rodriguez- “Congrats, congrats, con-freakin-grats! Love you guys!”

9. Jane MacNeil- “OHHHHHHHHH my gosh!!!!!!! That is soooo exciting!!!! congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!

10. Jamie Colvert- “Congratulations! I am so happy for the two of you. Jeremy and I are so excited.

11. Cathy Harkins- “OMG!!! CONGRATS!!!! SO happy for you and Bryan! Hope to see you soon!

12. Presley Rose- “Congrats Meagan!!! You're the first one out of the 4 freshman roomies!!”

13. Anne Embry- “OMG MEAGAN! Congratulations girl. Welcome to the world of marriage! :) Or .. soon to be marriage!!!

14. Janel Spiro- “aww Meggers! CONGRATS!! Marriage is awesome! I'm really happy for you!”

15. Brooke- “Oh my gosh, that is so exciting, Freeland Meagan is engaged!”

16. Rachel- “Lots of screaming, oh my gosh, oh my gosh Meagan I am so happy for you guys!”

17. Crystal- “OMG, congratulations, that is awesome.”

18. Brad Cast- “Bryan said that he would give Brad at least 6 months notice…then there was a silence and Karen grabbed my hand in the back of the car and said, oh my gosh Brad look!”

19. Nick Malory- “Aunt Meagan!”

20. Emily- “I just have one question- am I in the wedding?”

21. Dawn Watkins-“CONGRATULATIONS MEAGAN!!!!! Russ told me the wonderful news. I am so excited for you both.”

22. Kim Dutton- “Chris just shared with me your good news about yours and Bryan's engagement. Congratulations! Wow! I'm impressed. I didn't realize Bryan was the romantic type!”

23. Jim Rishel- “Just started laughing and then told Janet to look at my hand”

24. Connie Walker- “She told me- I can’t imagine a better girl than you”

25. Ian McLerran- “I’m excited that Bryan is going to be my uncle”

26. Chris Dutton- “He called from California made a point to congratulate us, and he said for Meagan to give Bryan a big hug”

September Stats

This is good to know:

September in Texas
Average High Temperature - 88
Record High Temperature - 111
Average Low Temperature - 67
Record Low Temperature - 40
Average Rain Fall - 2.4 inches
Average Number of Rainy Days - 7
Average % humidity - 64

Info found here

Here comes the cake!

We are going to go with these guys for the cakes! They have some yummy flavors. Check them out and let me know your favorite from the list

Bridal Portraits?

I am having my bridal portraits this Sunday. We were going to take them at the arboretum, but since it will be a scorching 100 degrees I think we would be pretty miserable!

So, I'm thinking about looking into a nice hotel in Dallas, the aquarium, or the old railroad house in Ft. Worth. Not sure what these people will charge to take pictures there though, boo!! Does anyone have any suggestions for indoor places that will allow brides to come in without paying an arm and a leg?

3 Months Away

I'm getting really excited! I can't believe we are only three months away. I know the time will fly so I am trying to soak it all in and enjoy it while it lasts.

Here a few highlights I'm looking forward to:

1. Matt man breakin it down on the dance floor:



2. Beautiful flowers like these



3. First Dances. I just hope I can make it through my dance with Dad. I can't even listen to the song the whole way through without crying.

4. The wedding shower coming up that these beautiful ladies are planning:





This means so much to me that they are planning my shower. I know it's going to be a fun day! Thanks to all of you guys!!

5. Seeing my family, cousins, and friends come together for one great night!

Sweet Caroline!

This past weekend we had a surprise birthday party for my precious niece Caroline.
Although she wasn't too surprised and somehow figured it out we still had a great time! We were able to swim at Steph's in that 95 degree weather.

Here's a great one of the birthday girl squirting her PaPa



There was pinata action happening as well. Her strong big brother,Ian, busted it open



Caroline spinning Haley



Steph spinning Ian, a lot!!



Yummy birthday cake from Stein's. That is Steph and Mom's favorite



Johnny and Chelsea



Ian and Uncle Matt with some buddies



Sweet Emi and me



Bryan and me chowing down on our candy bracelet. I love those things!



Miss Haley with her Aunt Emi

Punk Proposal

Pretty bad stuff. This is why you don't get into prank wars! That poor girl.

100 Days until the Wedding!!!

Today marks 100 days until 9.19.09. I'm getting really excited about all the little details. It's going to be so much fun and everybody needs to be prepared to dance and have a good time, especially all you new mommies out there!!

Here are a few things that I have left to take care of if anyone has ideas or suggestions please chime in!

1. Flower girls/ring bearers attire. I have been looking online on craigslist and e-bay, but not finding too much. This is the flower girl dress I want for them.
2. Transportation after the wedding.
3. Bryan's gift
4. Song for the kids to walk out to for the ceremony

Random list I know, but it really has dwindled down quite a bit!

New Engagement Photos!

Here's the latest engagement photos from the Dallas Arboretum. You can view them here

I love all the flowers and sculptures that they have there. We were able to do so many shots. I think one of my favorites is our back to back photo on this ledge. Even though it was pretty hot we had a good time. Enjoy the pictures!

Honeymoon-check!

I'm super excited!!! Bryan booked our hotel at Karisma in Riviera Maya, Mexico!! It's a really nice resort that my friend Megan from work went to for her honeymoon and absolutely loved it! She said they have awesome food and tons of activities.

Here is a view of the swim up part of our room:

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There is a lazy river that goes through the hotels. We can just hop in there from our room and go to the pool or swim up bar, how cool is that?!?

Here is the link to view the full room

This will make you drift off for a bit. It's the description of the room:

Swim Up Jacuzzi Jr Suites

Swim-Up Jacuzzi Junior Suites offer you convenience and luxury in equal measure. Here, the inviting waters of the lazy river are just off your terrace, ready to slip into for a trip to the main pool or swim-up bars. Or enjoy your Jacuzzi inside and surround yourself in the romantic elegance of your romantically appointed oversized suite.

I can't wait!!!

Florist?

So things are winding down and I only have 3 months till the wedding!! Wohoo! One of the few big things left that I need to lock in is a florist. Anyone have any ideas? I may have Emi do a few small arrangements for smaller tables since she took a flower arranging class.

I don't want anything too outrageous, but would love anyones input on ideas. If you guys know anyone personally I always love helping out friends!