Love, Love, Love

So, Michael and I really like this band, Of Monsters and Men.  They're from Iceland, and sound beautiful always.

This one is my favorite. 

(And I might secretly want to be her someday:))

Enjoy! 

-K&M

Wedding: the Gents

Here's a glimpse into Michael's morning the day of our wedding!

 I love seeing the day from his side.  More pictures will be coming soon!

-K&M

"It's the Little Things"

I have found myself saying this all too often lately, but it's usually over little things that I can't seem to master (like burning myself while cooking, tripping over things, spilling... you know).  However, I'm realizing that there are also lots of little things that we really enjoy... funnies, simple things, things you would otherwise take for granted (unless you're looking for opportunities to learn your new camera!!).  This post will hopefully be the beginning of a series of little things that we find worth sharing... we'll see how long we keep up with it!

Today's Little Things Are...

Spokane Sunsets (and trying to take pictures of them while in the car) 

Our neighbor kitty Max... he's the sweetest, although he looks a little ferocious in this picture

Party cups that match our kitchen dishes/decor

My FIRST flat-rolled pizza dough (thanks to the rolling pin from Michael's mom)

This is the Garbage Bread that the dough was used for... Michael thought it looked like a fish, hence the coffee bean and lots of giggles..

Sandwich Sprinkle from Wisconsin, delivered to us in Spokane by a Wisconsinite friend!

Safeway thinking that my name is Kateryn for the past 3 years.

What little things have you noticed lately?

-K&M

Bye Kels...

Before we knew it, Kels was heading back to Chicago. :(

Light lunch at the Service Station

Such a stylish little traveler

Seriously though, isn't she the cutest?

bun

No matter where we all end up, there will always be the fact that we know each other -- in those random things you only know about someone after living together (very closely, might I add).  It was a crazy year for us all, and by God's grace we were able to be a part of each other's sanctification for that short time in life.

So dearest Kelsey, make the most of your last year in Chicago.  Know that Spokane loves you and is always ready for you to come visit. :)

-K&M

Happy Birthday Kelsey!

Kelsey turned the big 2-1 during her visit here in Spokane! Yay for impromptu surprise birthday parties 

Birthday signs bring a little life to our still picture-less frames (and yes, the signs are still hanging there)

We've really missed her face around here

Dearest Kelsey, we are SO glad that you decided to spend your birthday with us.  

-K&M&therestofSpokane

Casper Fry

While I am somewhat embarrassed that my introduction to this blog regards food, I'm going to have to suck it up.

Casper fry has been serving Spokane since 2011 and can be found in the South Perry District on the South Hill.  Only the freshest locally grown foods are served at this establishment and I was surprised at the quality of the American fare I was served.  While the plates are not overflowing with food, as seems to be the case with most American restaurants, Casper Fry still managed to fill us up with great tasting food!

Katelyn enjoyed their Altamont sandwich, which was essentially a delicious burger topped with a mix of cheese, spices, and an egg.  I went with a half chicken that came with a side of delicious vegetables. The food was delightful, the staff was friendly as well as and efficient, and the feel of the restaurant overall was a relaxing blend of both modern and vintage.

If you live in the great city of Spokane I have to encourage you to check it out!  If not, you'll have to settle for these pictures until you come visit!

-M&K

Simple, one page menu

The restaurant filled up quickly after this photo was taken

Altamont Sandwich + egg - $12

Roasted half chicken - $14.50

First Day of School

I am just excited about this semester... great classes, we're married, and the end is in sight!  Yesterday was our first day of school together.

And here is a flashback to our frist day of school pictures from 2009, when we first arrived at Moody - Spokane.

Katelyn with freshman year housemates

Michael leaving his house in Appleton

We'll keep you updated on school adventures as the year continues!

-K&M

Credit for the top photos goes to Liza

Dinner?

Last night I made this salad to go with dinner... it looked like an interesting adventure, and healthy for the most part!  After Michael took a few bites of it he said, "this is a good salad... but maybe not for boys."  Thank you, husband, for your gentle way of telling me that it was chick food. :)  I am fortunate to have married a man that does enjoy bruschetta and other such delicacies, but the chick peas and tomatoes did him over.

Living in an age of pinterest and food blogs, it seems that the inspiration for the dinner table is endless.  Both of our moms, as well as other friends and family, also well equipped me with many tried and true recipes as wedding gifts.  We are still adjusting into the swing of things, but soon I should be back to cooking multiple times a week instead of chipolte-ing multiple times a week.  Somehow I was more diligent with cooking for the 2 of us before we got married.

I'll be sure to share any successful recipes I stumble upon here on the blog!  And Michael will share recipes that he finds as well. ;)

Here is the picture for the day.  We will post more of our Portland trip shortly. :)

Multnomah Falls outside of Portland

-K(&M)

Coffee with an Extra Shot of Caramel

Welp, we've discovered what happens when you order a Starbucks Frappuccino with extra carmel.

  

And now we are off to write thank you notes.  I am still in awe of people's generosity towards us as we begin life together.

-K&M