Our first anniversary was a really great day.
Adam bought me a beautiful orchid.
We also brought out our wedding cake that's been frozen for a year and tried it.
It was delicious...surprisingly.
It was delicious...surprisingly.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
Our Beach Vacation
In the spirit of celebrating Adam's graduation and our first anniversary and our desperate need for a vacation...we went to Panama City Beach.
Adam found us a great condo that was not only beautiful on the inside but on the 22nd floor. It was so cool to be up that high. We were higher than the pelicans flying by...about eye to eye with the parasailers...and high enough to see the ocean life swimming. I don't think folks on the beach realized how much ocean life they were missing...or was missing them. We brought binoculars and saw a school of huge fish, a pair of eagle rays, and a shark or two.
It was amazing to watch from way up high.
We went to the Navy Air Museum in Pensacola one day. We missed the Blue Angels practice but spent the whole day in the museum. It was amazing. The tours were and the planes were incredible. And the memorabilia collections were just amazing. If you are ever that way the museum is a must see.
Adam found us a great condo that was not only beautiful on the inside but on the 22nd floor. It was so cool to be up that high. We were higher than the pelicans flying by...about eye to eye with the parasailers...and high enough to see the ocean life swimming. I don't think folks on the beach realized how much ocean life they were missing...or was missing them. We brought binoculars and saw a school of huge fish, a pair of eagle rays, and a shark or two.
It was amazing to watch from way up high.
We went to the Navy Air Museum in Pensacola one day. We missed the Blue Angels practice but spent the whole day in the museum. It was amazing. The tours were and the planes were incredible. And the memorabilia collections were just amazing. If you are ever that way the museum is a must see.
Most of the time we were just beach bums.
We were so thankful for our time to relax.
We found excellent food and met some great folks.
It couldn't have been better.
We found excellent food and met some great folks.
It couldn't have been better.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Adam is graduated and we're in Jackson!
Well, we're back blogging again. We want to keep in touch with the family and friends outside of Facebook. So we'll keep the pictures and stories rolling for ya. Where to start...
Adam graduated from UAB in mid-May. It was a hectic weekend but we soaked up every minute. This picture on the right shows all the Tuscaloosa kids, and below is the big day.
I am so proud of Adam. Its been a long road for him. I came along the beginning of second year and together we have done a lot, grown up a lot, and are so thankful for this graduation day. God has been good to us.
The next big event...
We are finally moved into our new house in Jackson, MS. Thanks to everyone who helped us. We could not have packed up all our junk without help...so thanks guys.
Bronwyn loves her back yard!
This week I've started orientation at the hospital and Adam has gotten started on paperwork and orientation as well. We are well versed on fire safety, HIPPA, and where to park. We just get pretty lost every time we go in the hospital. Oh well.
We got our drivers licences today so we really have to stop claiming that we're "displaced Alabamians". We still have it in our hearts though.
The house still is a cardboard box festival inside, but we're making headway slowly. We're not quite ready for guests at the moment but we will be soon.
Adam graduated from UAB in mid-May. It was a hectic weekend but we soaked up every minute. This picture on the right shows all the Tuscaloosa kids, and below is the big day.
I am so proud of Adam. Its been a long road for him. I came along the beginning of second year and together we have done a lot, grown up a lot, and are so thankful for this graduation day. God has been good to us.
The next big event...
We are finally moved into our new house in Jackson, MS. Thanks to everyone who helped us. We could not have packed up all our junk without help...so thanks guys.
Bronwyn loves her back yard!
This week I've started orientation at the hospital and Adam has gotten started on paperwork and orientation as well. We are well versed on fire safety, HIPPA, and where to park. We just get pretty lost every time we go in the hospital. Oh well.
We got our drivers licences today so we really have to stop claiming that we're "displaced Alabamians". We still have it in our hearts though.
The house still is a cardboard box festival inside, but we're making headway slowly. We're not quite ready for guests at the moment but we will be soon.
Next week we're headed off to the beach for some recovery from all our big events.
So more pictures to follow...
So more pictures to follow...
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Friday, July 4, 2008
We're Married!
We got married a week ago. So in a flurry of flowers and camara flashing and dresses and cake...we tied the knot finally and are so glad to be married.
Here is the link to our pictures *hint* look through the favorites from the day for the shortened version of a whole lot of pics... http://www.pictage.com/388188
Its been incredible so far. We've sorted out gifts and Adam's apartment. We're getting into the swing of living together even though our apartment is in total chaos. For the last year we've been apart...Adam in Tuscaloosa and myself in Birmingham. So we are enjoying being together now.
The new Mrs. Stephanie K. Isbell
Here is the link to our pictures *hint* look through the favorites from the day for the shortened version of a whole lot of pics... http://www.pictage.com/388188
Its been incredible so far. We've sorted out gifts and Adam's apartment. We're getting into the swing of living together even though our apartment is in total chaos. For the last year we've been apart...Adam in Tuscaloosa and myself in Birmingham. So we are enjoying being together now.
The new Mrs. Stephanie K. Isbell
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Engagement Pictures
Adam and I went to Muscle Shoals at the end of February for a quick engagement photo session. Thanks to Adam's friend BJ Kennimer and his airplane and motorcycle, we were able to take some super cool pictures. What a fun thing this was. Our photographer Marsha Perry made the most of a cold and overcast day and made our pictures amazing. Check them out on Pictage.
http://www.pictage.com/388188
We started shooting about 4:30pm to try for a sunset. But the sky would not cooperate. So at any rate, we really had some fun with this beautiful plane. BJ was awesome. He flies this Yak replica with a group of regional acrobatic planes. They perform in air shows and meet regularly to practice barrel rolls and other scary moves. Adam and I saw BJ and his buddies fly at an air show in Shelby County on one of our first dates. BJ has also taken Adam up flying and schooled him in some aeronautical acrobatics. When we arrived to BJ's hangar, we spied his vintage motorcycle and sidecar. So of course we begged a picture or two with it. He was so wonderful. His wife also was so great. She took pity on us and brought out the best coffee to warm us back up. (my fingers were turning blue) Marsha and her husband were great too. Marsha was recovering from a respiratory infection. But that didn't stop her from taking some great shots. She also let me borrow her beautiful black coat for some shots, perfect for the look we were going for. She is so great to work with and creative. At any rate, we had a great time and we're so pleased with these pictures. Enjoy
http://www.pictage.com/388188
We started shooting about 4:30pm to try for a sunset. But the sky would not cooperate. So at any rate, we really had some fun with this beautiful plane. BJ was awesome. He flies this Yak replica with a group of regional acrobatic planes. They perform in air shows and meet regularly to practice barrel rolls and other scary moves. Adam and I saw BJ and his buddies fly at an air show in Shelby County on one of our first dates. BJ has also taken Adam up flying and schooled him in some aeronautical acrobatics. When we arrived to BJ's hangar, we spied his vintage motorcycle and sidecar. So of course we begged a picture or two with it. He was so wonderful. His wife also was so great. She took pity on us and brought out the best coffee to warm us back up. (my fingers were turning blue) Marsha and her husband were great too. Marsha was recovering from a respiratory infection. But that didn't stop her from taking some great shots. She also let me borrow her beautiful black coat for some shots, perfect for the look we were going for. She is so great to work with and creative. At any rate, we had a great time and we're so pleased with these pictures. Enjoy
Sunday, December 2, 2007
The Cherokee Rose And The Thistle
Both of our families have a rich heritage that we love.
Adam's Cherokee heritage comes from his father's grandmother. Over the years, hes studied their culture and his family's part in the Cherokee nation. His hometown of Muscle Shoals celebrates its local Indian heritage and the Trail of Tears. Adam attended the Indian festivals for years growing up. This year we heard some great storytelling and music. We didn't get to dance though...maybe next year. Adam is deeply proud of his Cherokee heritage.
Stephanie's Scottish heritage comes from both parents. My mother's family is Henderson of the Henderson clan. My father's family has been traced back to 3 immigrant brothers to America and the town of Kelso, Scotland. I grew up watching the Highland Games at Stone Mountain, listening to bagpipe bands and watching the sheep dogs work. I haven't been brave enough to eat haggis though. My Scottish origin has been something very beautiful to me all my life.
So, this design of the Cherokee rose and the thistle seemed to fit us nicely.
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