Disney is for the patient, the planner, and the pusher

So about a month ago, Thomas and I took our very first vacation together (not including the honeymoon)! We went to the "magical" World of Disney!! Of course it rained every single day, but the crowds weren't that bad and the lines weren't hours long.  I learned that in order to have a great Disney experience, you must plan your days well, be very, very, very patient, and be ready to get pushed... and pushed a lot. We had a wonderful time, but I think our next vacay will be little more relaxed and slow paced. (Disney is neither relaxing nor slow paced.) I'm really glad we decided to go to Disney before we had kids, because I can't imagine taking small children to a MASSIVE theme park with millions of people. I would be a nervous wreck! We also went to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Universal Studios was pretty lame (we left before lunch), but Universal Studios was pretty cool! All of the Harry Potter nerds of America were there drinking their "butter beer"?? and casting spells? Weird. All in all it was a very fun trip! But I won't cry if I don't go back for another 10 years. :)

Let's Get Caught Up! 2011-2012

October 2011:

Thomas and I met while I was in my last and busiest semester of college and he was finishing up his last year of PT school. Needless to say, we were extremely busy, stressed, and focused on graduating! Within our first conversation together, we "hit if off" seamlessly. His big, green eyes were captivating (to say the least), and his heart for the Lord and his family was so incredibly attractive. After our first date at my FAVORITE restaurant, Bonefish Grill, we were inseparable. We were together every single second we weren't at work or sleeping! We were in love, and after about a month of "talking" we decided to take the next step and he asked me to be his girlfriend on Halloween night of 2011. Two weeks later, as crazy as it sounds, we were talking about marriage. I came home one night and told my mom I was going to marry Thomas. She was so excited, because she also felt a peace in her heart that Thomas was meant for me. 

November 19, 2011

This was a VERY exciting day. Two of my friends that I love very much were getting married, David and Summer Orges. It was also the day that Thomas and I met his parents to tell them that we are in love and we wanted to get married. His parents were very happy and didn't doubt our decision for a second. After we got the reassuring peace and approval from his family, we were ready to get married as soon as possible. 

December 10, 2011

My brother and I completed our college education and walked the stage, cap and gown. I was officially an unemployed teacher!!! So exciting/scary! 

December 29, 2011

This was by far the BEST day of my life at that time. Thomas Christopher Bruce asked me to be his wife forever. Up in the air, with about 12 mexicans, I nodded my head yes! It was incredible. A day I will NEVER forget! We saved the date on the church calendar, and began the wedding planning process!!! 

January 2012

I found my perfect wedding dress! 

February-May 2012 

Engagement Party and Bridal Showers!! We were blessed with so many wedding showers and parties! We were so thankful that our families and friends were so supportive. 

May 19, 2012

Thomas graduated Physical Therapy School and was officially a PT! I was so proud of him!!

June 6, 2012

Happy Birthday to me!! I turned 23 and finally got my spoiled and amazing shorkie puppy, Louie! 

July 14, 2012

Bachelorette Party!! My awesome bridal party and I spent the weekend before the wedding in New Orleans having fun, eating good, and having much needed "girl talk"! So fun!! 

July 21, 2012

Wedding Day! This was the best day of my entire life. Every second of it was amazing and flawless. God has given so much to me and I can't thank Him enough for blessing me with such an amazing family and husband. 

Honeymoon in the Bahamas!!

Thomas and I took a cruise to the Bahamas. It was AMAZING!! We had so much fun!

November 2012

WE BOUGHT OUR FIRST HOME!!! After months and months of searching and praying, we finally found the perfect home for us in Denham Springs, Louisiana. God continues to bless beyond what we deserve. 

December 2012

Our first family winter trip together with our parents and my Nannie and Uncle Allen. So much fun!