Summer 2013

Other than Christmas, Summer is my favorite time of the year. I actually told Rob this year that my love for the beach is equal with my love for Christmas. He gasped in disbelief because he knows how obsessed I am with Christmas! Here's what the Gardners have been up to so far:

Pretty in Pink Bachelorette Party for Rhonda-May 2013

Boyd Buchanan School Class of 2003 Ten Year High School Reunion at the Walden Club-May 2013

Ryan and Rhonda's Wedding-June 1, 2013 Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 

Summer Vacation 2013 Seacrest Beach, Florida with the Goforths & Holts

This trip solidified my love of 30a! If you haven't been, you have to! The beaches are breath-taking and not crowded. There are lots of locally owned charming boutiques and delicious restaurants, no chains! It's so relaxing and picture perfect. It's pretty much my favorite place on earth.

Dinner at the Back Porch

Dinner at George's in Alys Beach

Outdoor concert and dinner at Bud and Alley's in Seaside

Beach time!

Father's Day in Atlanta with Dad

The 4th of July

Wishing y'all a happy southern summer! There's isn't anywhere better to enjoy this time of year!

xoxo,

Amber Lea

First Half: 2013

At least I'm posting about the current year. I deserve some kudos for that, right? With the iPhone and iPad blogger apps it should be easier for me to update my blog, so fingers crossed! Here's a photo recap of the first half of 2013:

Chattanooga Girls Cotillion Masquerade at the Church on Main, 2-23-13

Baby Konnor is born!! February 2013

My 28th Birthday

Easter Sunday

Shower for Rhonda at the Junior League House

Braves home opener: 4-1-13

Mother's Day

Every picture is a reminder of what a blessed life I live. I love my family and friends and I never take them for granted. Thank you Lord for allowing me to spend the days of my life with these special people whom I love dearly!

xoxo,

Amber Lea

End of 2012

Well let me start by saying I'm sorry I'm so behind and yes, I know we are already half way through 2013. I didn't want to leave out a whole chapter of our lives if I'm going to be a good blogger and keep everyone up to date. Here are a few fun highlights from the end of 2012:

Girls Night Out: August 2012

Summer Vacation, Miramar Beach, FL

UT/NC State Game @ The Georgia Dome in Atlanta Labor Day weekend

Dr. Travis from the Bachelor & The Doctors! He's a Vols fan!

Konnor's Baby Shower @ Eagle Bluff

I had the honor of baking Peter Rabbit themed cupcakes for the special occasion to match his nursery!

Thanksgiving 2012 with Rob's Family

Date Night in our beautiful downtown

Christmas Party with friends downtown 

Beautiful Christmas cards from our loves!

Christmas Party at the Broyles' Home

Christmas Eve with family 

Girls dinner at my house 

New Years Eve at Canyon Ridge 

What a fun year!! It's so special to look through these photos and take a walk down memory lane. I'm so blessed and thankful for the wonderful friends and family I have to make these memories with. Here's hoping I stay up to date on my blog in 2013.

xoxo,

Amber Lea