The Flowers Around the House

I've really enjoyed watching the flowers bloom around our house. It seems like every weekend there is something new that catches my eye. Of course I don't know what any of these flowers are (some might even be weeds hahaha), but they really do brighten up the place.


And Jeff's Banana Tree...It's finally starting to grow :)

Something I like about NJ: Delicious Orchards

Delicious Orchards is on of my favorite stores in New Jersey! Jeff introduced me to Delicious Orchards when we first started dating and be became a regular Saturday activity. We hadn't been in awhile since it's kind of a trip out to it, made a quick trip out there on Saturday in preparation of Saturday night dinner. The produce is just amazing and I really love the sweet treats they have to offer.

Their Apple Cider Donuts are amazing! Jeff and I have been good at not getting some every time we go, but I will admit it's hard to do.


The apple cider is also amazing!

We made sure we had a Delicious Orchards pie for Christmas this year. It was soooooo good. I hope we make that a tradition.

I think one of our main reasons for going to Delicious Orchards is for the produce. They have everything!

Something I like about NJ: The Flaky Tart

I have to admit that I'm not the biggest fan of New Jersey, but I'm trying to get a better attitude since it looks like I'm going to be here for awhile. I've been making a list of things that I like about the "garden state" to help me feel better about living here. One of the things on my list is the Flaky Tart.

Jeff and I discovered this bakery while we were dating and it's one of my favorite places in New Jersey. They have a lot of amazing sweet treats, but what I love the most is the Macaroni and Cheese. Seriously, it's the best. Jeff and I tried to replicate it at home, but didn't even come close to this masterpiece of cheesy goodness.

It's a little out of the way, but if you are ever in Atlantic Highlands, NJ be sure to stop by for a treat. http://www.theflakytart.com/
Jeff and I made a little trip out there today for a Macaroni and Cheese run and the staff let me take a few pictures.

The Wedding Saga: Part 5

We had an open house here in New Jersey on December 4th. There was concern that the house would be too small for all our friends and colleges, so we had tents set up in the back yard. It was a great idea, until the generator that we rented to heat the tents stopped working. It was so cold! I think the reception turned out well, but I will admit there were several hiccups.

For our guest-book we had a photo-booth where people could have their picture taken and then taped in a album for Jeff and I to keep. People also got a copy to take home. Jeff and I had a lot of fun looking at the pics when the open house was over.

Jeff's personal assistant did a lot of work for the wedding including picking out the cake. Checkout what she decided on:

We gave out cakes (like the other receptions) and caramel apples as party favors.

Before


After

The Wedding Saga: Part 4

Mom and Dad threw a wonderful open house in Washington on November 27th. We had a little family lunch and then an open house that followed. It was so much fun catching up with friends and family. Mom and Dad did a lot of work to get the house "ready" which include some remodeling :) It was a great open house.