Saturday, October 31, 2009

Our first formal at Oxford




Justin and I were so excited to be getting dressed up and going to our very first formal at Oxford. We had cocktails before dinner then we all sat down and ate a 3 course meal. We can't wait for the Ball in December when Justin gets to dress in his tux and me in a ball gown. Time to call the fairy godmother to hook me up!!


Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Well it has been one month and we have survived. Justin is now in school and I am searching for a job where I won't be bored out of my mind for the next 4 years... Justin is quite the social butterfly "but that is not a shocker" and is making tons of friends. I half to keep reminding myself that I am living in England and not in the US anymore. the buildings are so old and have so much character and detail. The flowers here are amazing and are still blooming in 35 degree weather. The buses are great... so far ;) and the shopping... Lets just say I walk in and want everything.. Everyone is in style and everyone is skinny because they walk and bike every where. The food is great and I love the pubs. They have such a great charm about them. With the food, wine, decor and candles on the tables. It feels so cozy and at home. I am still nesting and and trying to make my house a home for my husband. It is tough because all we have are the clothes on our back and the 4 suitcases we could bring :). Oh and did I mention!!! We are going to a Ball in December and the theme is Charley in the Chocolate factory. I can't wait to go and shop for a ball gown!! I will post photos up in December of our fancy night out. I told Justin no bus we are hiring a car to take us :) How often do you get to go to a dance as a adult? I am 31 and well lets just say I don't see this happening often in my life :) Hope you readers are doing well and are enjoying the Fall just as much as I am!!!

Fall time in Oxford England



























background

University of Oxford~Christ Church College

University of Oxford~Christ Church College

Parliament. London, UK

Parliament. London, UK
Justin and Laura

Justin and me in front of the London Eye.

Justin and me in front of the London Eye.

Oxford Punting.

Oxford Punting.

Mom and Dad McKenney

Mom and Dad  McKenney

Mom and Dad Estrada

Mom and Dad Estrada

The Estrada Family Dec-2007

The Estrada Family Dec-2007

Estrada Family Snowboarding Jan-2007

Estrada Family Snowboarding Jan-2007

Snow boarding Jan-2007

Snow boarding Jan-2007

Flagstaff Arizona Jan-2007

Flagstaff Arizona Jan-2007

Justin at The Grand Canyon Jan-2007

Justin at The Grand Canyon Jan-2007

Puerto Rico Rainforest *Honeymoon*

Puerto Rico Rainforest *Honeymoon*

Wedding Justin and Laura at Westminster Presbyterian Church Brandon, FL

Wedding Justin and Laura at Westminster Presbyterian Church Brandon, FL

Justin and Laura Estrada May-20-2006

Justin and Laura Estrada May-20-2006

Justin and Laura Wedding May-2006

Justin and Laura Wedding May-2006

Wedding Cake May-2006

Wedding Cake May-2006

Belize missions Trip. Jun-2004 Our first date...

Belize missions Trip. Jun-2004 Our first date...