VIKINGS FANS October 19, 2009

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As loyal Minnesotan’s, this football season has consumed our days!  Thanks to the wonderful, talented and passionate BRETT FAVRE!  Finally all the stars are inline for our dear Vikings.  We are true fans, and I hope and pray, that US Minnesotan’s prove our commitment and support our team to VICTORY!

Ps. Are you wondering why the heck I am supporting football?  One word, John!  He has been trying his best to convert me from basketball to football.  Let’s just say that I just recently learned how many points we receive from a field goal.  Don’t judge….just love.

ENGAGEMENT PICTURES PART 3 October 13, 2009

ENGAGEMENT PICTURES PART 2 October 13, 2009

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I could not have imagined a better way to celebrate our engagement!

We invited family, friends and the bridal party to my parents house to celebrate with SALSA DANCE lessons.  It was so much fun!  My favorite part was the bridal party was able to meet each other and have fun.  I must say, I have the best bridesmaids I could ever ask for.  I am very blessed to have such amazing ladies in my life.

I’M IN PRINT! October 4, 2009

Game Informer - August 2009

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I forgot to tell everyone that I was featured in the August 2009 issue of Game Informer!

The picture is from E3 this past June, and these guys have become some of our best friends in the business.  The best part is, Game Informer in located in Minneapolis, MN!!  YAY! As we all know, I am from MN, so this makes me very proud and happy.

See the picture above.

These guys are Gems!

CRAZY CATS October 4, 2009

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For all those who are interested, above are updated pictures of Brady and Cory.  Brady is Black/White, while Cory (a girl) is all black.  We named Brady after our dear friend Brady, whom John met here in Los Angeles, and he moved back to Minnesota….yes, Brady is from MN, small world in the large world that seems like LA.

We named Cory (the all black, GIRL) after our dear friend Cory, who just left Los Angeles to move back to Minnesota to be with his FIANCE!!  Yes, they are ENGAGED!  Congrats to Cory and Mel!

Mel, Cory’s girlfriend at the time, gave John and I the little black girl cat as an engagement gift…..with a bow on it that said, “Congrats!  Love Lil’ Cory!”  She knew we would name our next animal after Cory.  I think it’s GREAT that she is a GIRL.

Next up, a Black Lab for my love, Johnny.

EMMA PLAYS DRESS UP October 3, 2009

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Emma (John’s Sister) played dress up for me when deciding the bridesmaids dress.  Emma was very patient and honest during the whole process, which I loved!  In the end, I picked the dress I liked the most.  Can you guess?  Only time will tell…..

XOXO

Cate

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JACKIE September 16, 2009

Happy Birthday Jackie!

BRIDESMAID DRESS OPTION #1 September 4, 2009

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Hi All -

I need some feedback, so from now on I will try my best to keep you posted with my Wedding Plans.

What do you think of the above dress?  I absolutely love it for the girls!  I love the color, detail and simplicity!

Thoughts?

John and I are off to Santa Barbara this weekend for a little R&R.

Have a safe holiday!

XOXO

Cate

KITTY LOVE September 3, 2009

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Despite the hate at first, Brady and Cory are now in Love.

WEDDING PLANNING August 21, 2009

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Let the planning begin!  So far I have asked all my bridesmaids to be in the wedding, and…well, that’s how far I’ve gone.   My next step is to secure a church (you will find out shortly) and the date (I’ll just say it’s in the summer BUT not in August – too much to celebrate in August already).  My Mom, Anna Maria Lombardo, is an event planner at heart.  Thankfully, I have her to guide me through this process.  Does John have an opinion?  I’m sure you are all wondering.  Well, he wants me to make it the wedding of my dreams.  However, he had three requests…

1. Invest in a phenomenal photographer (I agree)

2. Hire an amazing DJ (We LOVE to dance, so be prepared!)

3. Choice of Priest

Other than these three requests, the wedding planning is all mine…well, and my Mom.  She is amazing and I trust in her to plan a once-in-a-lifetime wedding (party) that WE (John and I, and hopefully YOU too!) will NEVER forget.

Stay tuned for my wedding updates.  If you have any suggestions, I am all ears, so please don’t hesitate to email me.

XOXO

Cate