Making Friends on the Internet

{Brown Paper Parcel via 100 Layer Cake}

Guys, we are almost to the weekend...again. Funny how every few days the weekend rolls around. This week has moved very, very quickly. Next week may be the most exciting week for me ever. We do a walk through of our new house on Monday morning. I will be heading back home for one of my best friends wedding on Wednesday. I get to see my family. I get to be in Arkansas. The following week, we move into our new house in NB! I promise to share all the photos with you. It is such a crazy thought that I am going to be a homeowner. Crazy!

Now for your every so exciting Thursday Q & A.

Q. Do you really make friends through the Internet?

A. Honestly this question makes me laugh. If you would have asked me a year and a half ago when I started this blog if some of my dearest friends would be made online I would have shouted "NO!" But don't new hobbies teach you surprising lessons.

Blogging is very much a big part of my day. I love it a whole lot. With being online and working in the wedding industry, you connect with other vendors and bloggers who deal with exactly what you deal with on a daily basis. It is just natural to connect with others online. This past year has brought so many new friendships to the table. I can remember telling Rusty that I was meeting one of these ladies that I connected with online. He instinctively was a tad worried but now understands it. It is nice to surround yourself with woman who are experiencing the same woes and joys that you do. I am grateful for all of these friendships.

So let's meet some of my favorite people:

{Tina of Tabibi Design Creative Studio}

{Katie Nesbitt Photography 2012}

It is official. I don't know what I did before my friendship with Tina. I am not really sure how it all started but between our tweets, emails, instagram likes I feel like we have become very close. Tina is such an encourager. She always lifts my spirits and gets me laughing. She also loves exclamation marks as much as I do! Ha! (Silly but important) Tina also works full time in an office plus runs a successful company that is beyond awesome at branding, market, print publications, invites and design. I love her work....and Tina!

{Cris of Kiss My Tulle}

{Miranda Lane Photography}

This is no secret. You know from this post here, here and here that I love Cris, her blog, her family, her pup and cat plus her blog. Go now and get your entertainment in for the day over on her site. One thing I love about Cris is she is never afraid to be herself. She is witty, smart, driven and a true blessing. Her writing keeps you around to where her blog is an every day occurrence. One talk with Cris and you will understand just how special she is.

{Alexandra of Heart Love Weddings}

Alexandra is so inspiring! Reading just one of her blog posts with advice or tips or seeing a real wedding that she features will keep you coming back every day. She puts so much work into each post and it shows. She has great taste and is bright, determined and so kind. I really am grateful for her knowledge of weddings and her friendship!

{Colleen of Soundtrack to I Do}

{Jessica Velarde Photography}

Colleen has the sweetest heart. Every time we talk I am more and more blessed by her loving personality. I have to say that I think Colleen's blog theme is really, really smart. Music is such an important part of our lives let alone our wedding day. Soundtrack to I Do features weddings and all the pretty accompaniment. Colleen can even hand select your tunes for your big day. Brilliant idea! Hugs for Colleen!

{Elizabeth of Kiss Me Awake}

You want to talk about sweet as pie, meet Elizabeth. This lady has been such an encouragement. Her etsy shop is full of homemade goodies and sweet little details for your wedding day. Her talents help you make your big day even more special. She recently started a blog too! Elizabeth makes me smile each time we chat.

These are just a few of my favorite people. Make sure you stop by their blogs, websites, etsy shops, facebook pages and twitter to show them a lot of love. Happy Thursday friends and know that online friends aren't as scary as people portray. Ha!