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Maggie Whitley

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{7 pretty things on Sunday}

June 5, 2011 · 26 Comments
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Zack and I had so many adventures this weekend, I feel like a young chick again ;] These last few months of not having a car have been a little crazy at times. Most days are OK, but the days where I could really use some wheels to get around have driven me crazy (!!!). We’re able to take the bus for most things, which is why we waited so long to buy another car, but it’s time for Gus Gus to have a car. We are SOCLOSE to signing the paperwork for our new [used] car, I can hardly stand it. We found it over the weekend and ohhhhh, I’m excited! It is so nice and clean, and hopefully it’ll be the perfect Jeep for our adventures.

Also over the weekend Zack and I snuck away to this quaint little town called Stillwater. We stayed at a B&B and celebrated our 3rd wedding anniversary, which is Tuesday, June 7th ♥. How has it been 3 years already?! Tonight at dinner I prayed and Zack spoke up at the end and thanked God for the last 3 years of marriage and also for us dating for 7 years now. He is so sweet ~ I’m very lucky to have him :]

Here’s my list of 7 pretty things… All pics are from the weekend. I’ll share more on our trip to Stillwater soon! xoxo

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Getting ready in our room Saturday night. I love the round mirror & window!

Windblown hair, summer clothes, sweet smiles…

Pretty crafting accessories & books, from Rose Mille.

Junior Miss Rhinestone Setter Kit ~ umm, cutest thing ever! [found at an antique shop]

Beautiful antique jewelry… [found at an antique shop]

Afternoon dates are so so so much fun!

The shadow of a couple in love ;]

PS. Bauer had his first overnight trip Saturday night while Zack and I were away. Thanks to our friends Cindy & Nick for taking our pup! Bauer feel asleep on the way home and has slept pretty much since. Hah!

Share with us something pretty from your weekend!

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  1. Paige says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    Congrats on 3 years of marriage :) Looks like you had a lovely weekend! What a sweet hubs you have!

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  2. Katie says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:11 pm

    You guys are SO cute! Congratulations on three years together! Looks like the perfect weekend :)

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  3. Carrie from Caroline G says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:12 pm

    ya’ll are too stinkin’ cute! I LOVE it! :)

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  4. moriah says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    I love Stillwater! We’re considering going there for the weekend in August for our 3rd year anniversary, too!

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    • Gussy Sews says

      June 5, 2011 at 10:39 pm

      you should! it was amazing, so great to be outside and away from work! ;]

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  5. danielle says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    Cute pics! Did you stay at the hotel right on the river? Also, what a coincidence, I went to stillwater for a tiny date today. I LOVE that town…and what beautiful weather for it!

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    • Gussy Sews says

      June 5, 2011 at 10:40 pm

      we stayed at a bed & breakfast about 4 blogs from Main Street. it was the best decision ever ~ so quiet and relaxing and OH MY, THE FOOD! breakfast this morning was super delicious :]

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  6. april c. says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:23 pm

    we just celebrated our third anniversary on six days ago <3 i feel like the last year was the best {and i'm sure i'll feel like that next year, and the year after!}. congrats on such a sweet marriage you two have!

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    • Gussy Sews says

      June 5, 2011 at 10:40 pm

      aww! happy anniversary to you two! xoxo

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  7. Heidi says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:30 pm

    Stillwater is so fun! We’ve done a 1-night B&B stay there the last two summers while relatives watch the littles. Glad you guys got to get away, too! And TELL ME you bought that little kit to start blinging out some GUSSY bags. ;)

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    • Gussy Sews says

      June 5, 2011 at 10:40 pm

      bahaha, i wish! lol

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  8. Heidi says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:30 pm

    p.s. Happy Anniversary!

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  9. Andi Teggart says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:34 pm

    You are absolutely adorable! Congrats on THREE years of marriage! So exciting and I’m sure you have tons of lovely adventures in the future! xo

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  10. Rachel says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:36 pm

    looks like you had fun! I love taking lil trips with my man!

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  11. Rachel says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:37 pm

    looks like you had fun! I love taking lil trips with my man! Congrats :)

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  12. Kim says

    June 5, 2011 at 11:21 pm

    Happy anniversary!! I’ve never been to Stillwater~ looks amazing!! We spent this last weekend at the cutest little cabin on Grahms Island in Devils Lake..spent the day fishing( even though I’m not a fisher, I was a trooper for my fiancé) My puppies had to stay with the grandparents and have been sleeping since we’ve been home too~ so, they understand how Bauer feels;)

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  13. Anna says

    June 5, 2011 at 11:57 pm

    Congratulations! I hope you guys had a fun get away! You are too cute together!
    I’m excited to participate in you next inspiration workshop, should be super fun!

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    • Gussy Sews says

      June 6, 2011 at 2:27 pm

      yay! i’m so glad you’re signed up anna :]

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  14. Amy says

    June 6, 2011 at 7:05 am

    It looks like you guys had fun! You two are so cute!! Congratulations!! ♥♥

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  15. éadaoin says

    June 6, 2011 at 8:56 am

    Congratulations to you both!
    You have such bright, sweet smiles!

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  16. Melissa G. says

    June 6, 2011 at 9:14 am

    Happy Anniversary!

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  17. Cindy @ The Flipping Couple says

    June 6, 2011 at 10:48 am

    So sweet! Looks like a perfect way to celebrate three amazing years together!

    Our pups have done nothing but sleep since then too. I guess they all wore each other out!! (perfect! haha)

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  18. Ashley C says

    June 6, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    Stillwater is my hometown and still one of my most favorite places! I hope you got some delicious ice cream and watched the lift bridge go up!

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    • Gussy Sews says

      June 6, 2011 at 2:30 pm

      we picked up burgers from brown’s and took them down to the waterfront ;]

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  19. Jessica T says

    June 6, 2011 at 9:56 pm

    Oh my!! You were likely in my neighborhood! We love it here! Glad you had a good time, and congratulations on the anniversary!

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  20. steph anne says

    June 7, 2011 at 12:07 pm

    Happy Anniversary! I just came across your blog from Kyla Roma’s blog and I have to say I simply adore your blog and I love your hair!!

    Reply

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