I just returned from Chicago, where I spent the weekend with my aunt, Polly, designing, printing, and assembling our wedding invitations.

Shopping at Paper-Source!

My apologies to all of the people I would have liked to see in Chicago – it was a quick trip, and super focused.  We did a lot!

I have to say, it was just what I needed.  Two days, one task, no distractions.

The finished product is BEAUTIFUL!  I couldn’t be more pleased.

I’m also feeling pretty emotional about these because they were a real collaboration with Polly, who is a beautiful artist.  Polly won’t be there to celebrate with us in October, so to have her so deeply involved means a lot to Matthew and me.  She is a really important person in my life.  I have learned, and continue to learn so much from her!  Several times over the weekend I felt overwhelmed with gratitude.

Thank you, Poppy!