Labor Day

Labor Day is approaching and I"m getting excited about going home to see family. I don't get to travel home so much anymore. I also get to see my grandpa who I love very much and the extended family. Every year we all head down to my grandpa's house and have family fun at the rodeo, our cousin house, the park, the farm and much more. Can't wait to see everyone...

Fried Zucchini

When I was a child I always looked forward to going to grandma and grandpa's house . One thing my grandma cooked for me all time was Fried Zucchini. So last night I decided to make some . Andy had to laugh at me for a little while because he didn't think I knew what I was doing. They tasted just like grandma's but I think next time were going to add some spices or such to give them more flavor. It made me think of a lot of great memories I had with my grandma... I miss her very much...

Big Brother 10

So I'm very excited about this season. They are doing a whole retro theme to the house and games. This season cast is a huge mix of people. You have a grandpa who is like 73 year old, a hooters girl, a bull rider, and some other random people. Everyone is already teaming up with alliance's though.. I have my favorites but I don't know that they will last... Join me and watch every week..

Golf

So awhile back I posted an entry about getting some golf clubs, hasn't happen yet. I really want to learn how to play someday but maybe just not yet. Maybe for Christmas Andy will get me a nice set of golf clubs but we will see. Christmas it's not to far ... I did find someone who was willing to go take golf lessons with me though. So maybe that could be a project for next summer for us. We will have to see...

Art Fair on the Square

Every year Madison Wisconsin has an Art Fair and it's held downtown on the square. Andy and I went down to stroll around and look at expensive art. All different vendors from across the state come and share their talent. While we were down town at the capital we had the chance to go inside the state capital and go up to the observation deck. I have posted some pictures . I guess they also have tours to and maybe some time I will go do that...

4th of July Pictures

Wow so many posts!!!

Your probably wondering why I'm posting so much, well that's because I'm sitting at work on a Saturday after the 4th of July and there isn't anything to do. I have done word searches to surfing the Internet. There is some filing that could be done but at the same time , if I do it all today I won't have it for next week. The time isn't flying by fast enough here at work that's for sure.

Summer Television

I"m amazed at how many shows this summer are actually decent. I've been watching America Got Talent, Hopkins, The Baby Borrowers,and soon will be watching Big Brother. There is some really good talents in the states this year on America's Got Talent. I would love to try out for the show but I think I would be to chicken.. The Baby Borrowers is just not right. They say it's a form of birth control for kids. And I would have to say it's working maybe... Has anyone seen any of these shows yet?

Golf Lessons!!!!!

I have started to enjoy golf and watching golf more and more. When we out for dinner on my birthday Allison was talking about golf and I didn't understand all the different clubs, irons, wedges, and driver. So I was talking with Andy and I said I really want to go and get a book on golf so I can understand it, and he said you need golf clubs first. So this Sunday he's going to take me to Dick's Sporting Goods and were going to look at golf clubs for me.. I'm really kind of excited that way I can go play some golf with him. I won't be as good as him but oh well. Maybe I will go sign up for golf lessons...

Chicken Soup for the Soul Couples

I just recently bought a new book to read. I went to Barnes and Noble and spend an hour and half in the store just looking at books. There is anything and everything that you could possibly want. I wanted something about couples and yet romantic. So I was looking for a good book that had both of those things in it... I came across a lot of different one's and I bought Chicken Soup for the Soul Couples version. If you don't know anything about these books they talk about love, sex, communication, trust, family, and other topics but they are all inspirational stories... So I started to read this book and the first story I read was a really cute idea. Create a flower day with your husband and every month on that day you give flowers to your wife no matter what. So the story I was reading, her husband has passed away but one of his wishes was that their neighbor carry on the tradition for him . Give his wife flowers still... It was a really cute idea and it doesn't have to be flowers it could be something else. Create a special day with your spouse.

Trivia- State Nicknames

Can you name all the states:

Aloha
Buckeye
Centennial
Constitution
Cotton state
Garden
Golden
Grand Canyon
Granite
Great Land
Hawkeye
Magnolia
North Star
Old Dominion
Palmetto
Peach
Pine Tree
Prairie
Silver
Sooner
Sunflower
Treasure

Wedding Proofs

Quick note:
Andy and I picked up our wedding proofs from the photographer this past week. There are tons of great pictures. We will keep everyone up to date when they have put them on their website to order. We will keep you posted...

July 4th

Happy 4th of July!!!! Andy and I celebrated the 4th of July here in Madison. His family has a big cookout and there fire works right down the street from where they live. It's always nice to see family and friends and play games and eat tons of food. I have tons of pictures to post but can't right now. So I will be posting them later. Hope everyone had a good 4th of July!!!!!

July 2nd

Well I had my 26th birthday... Nothing really changed though, just another number. Andy bought me my first card that has the word WIFE on it.. To my wonderful wife I think it said... LOL !! It's still funny hearing the words wife and husband. My wife, my husband..... Anyways though Andy and I and some friends of our went out to dinner. We went to Joey's seafood... YUMMY!!!! I share my birthday with my brother Todd and I called him to wish him a Happy Birthday too. It's pretty cool to share that special day together. He's older than I am though. Then my older sisters birthday is coming up too in July... Lots of family birthdays in July.

The Kung Fo Panda

Saturday Andy's parents and I took Kris to see the Kung Fo Panda Movie at the IMAX. I have never been to the Imax theater. Pretty cool place. It was definitely a cute movie but not one I would buy when it comes out. But it was something fun and different to do on a Saturday night. Andy had to work that night so it got me out of the house too. You all should take your kids to it.

Mallards Game

Friday the 6th Andy and I went to the Madison Mallards Baseball game. His parents are hosting one of the players so they have season tickets like they did last year. This year our player is from North Carolina. His name is Rob. His parents have really good seats too. They play here all summer off and on. So it's just something fun to go do and enjoy.

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Wedding Misc.

Wedding News

Well as you all know we have been planning a wedding. It finally happen on May 17Th 2008. I"m now Mrs. Poole , I can't believe it. We have lots of pictures to post and show. We had a great rehearsal dinner that was a lot of fun and then the reception was also a lot of fun too. A very special day in my life! If any of you are family members have some pictures to share please email them to me. I would love to see them. I will be posting the pictures very soon.

You've Got Mail!!!!

This past weekend I received a card in the mail and guess who it was addressed to? Sunni Poole. My first piece of mail with my new name on it... I couldn't believe it. I don't think the person who sent it meant to but that's OK. It was pretty exciting to see that.

Is it time yet?

It feels as if just yesterday we were starting to plan our wedding. But that's not the case anymore. We have 6 days till the big day. Can you believe it.... I would say we are all set and just looking for a perfect day. Though I hear we are going to have a 40% showers on Saturday. So please cross your fingers and hope it doesn't rain. I"m really looking forward to seeing all of the family. My older sister Shelby is coming and I haven't seen her and my niece for almost 2 years I think it is. Crazy I know... Someday I think she's going to move back home. Anyways though I hope to get some good pics of the family. I'm already thinking about Christmas this year and how many pictures I will have to put in the famous scrapbook calendar. I may have to make two.. Well off to shop for last minute things for next weekend... Can't wait to see all of you..

Marriage

Yesterday Andy came and picked me up for lunch and we went to the state clerks office to apply for our marriage license. It's expensive to get just a piece of paper that states your married. Why is it that some states are cheaper then others? Everything went good. Later on after dinner we met with the Pastor Billings. The last time we met with him, he gave me a weird vibe. This time not so much. He was nicer and a little more talkative. Though he tended to put us on the spot on some of the questions. We had to take this couples personality test the first time we met him and so we reviewed our scores. Not to shabby. But then again we don't know what it's based off . Anyways though it was a good meeting . The rehearsal is set and so is the wedding... Only 22 days left till the big day...

My Hair for the Wedding

Last night I went and had my hair done as a trial for the wedding. That was a lot of fun too, it's fun having everyone stare at you and wonder why their having their hair done. I do recommend that when you get married or you are going to a big fancy event that you kind of know what you want them to do. I took a few pictures with me of what I wanted and he came up with something really cute and elegant I would have to say. I can post all the pictures because I know that Andy reads my blog and I would like it to be a surprise of what I look like on my special day. So everyone will have to wait to see the final .

The little girl

I sometimes wonder why cats will cuddle with one person but not the other... What are they thinking mmmm..... Bailey always cuddles with Andy and Maggie always tends to cuddle up with me. I always say that Bailey is a daddy's girl and Maggie is becoming a daddy's girl... I said to Andy that we need to get another cat so that they cuddle with me. Nah just kidding.. Maggie always cuddles up on my feet in the middle of the night to keep me warm. And they both are my alarm clock when it's time to get up. Cats... They are funny animals....

Makeup for the Wedding

So I was trying to find a place to have my makeup done. And I was walking through Boston's one day and I noticed they have a Clinique Counter. I stopped and asked if they do pre-trials for makeup? is it free? And they said yes, the only thing we ask in return is you purchase something. So I didn't think that was such a bad idea. So on Monday night I went out and had my makeup done. I took Allison with me and she was my second opinion on everything. It was a really fun experience . The girl who did my makeup did a really great job too. Looked all natural .. Can't wait for everyone to see the finished results in a few weeks.

Bridal Shower Pics

These are some of the pics that were taken at the Bridal shower.

They are kinda being posted late but it was a fun day!!!

How was your weekend?

Our weekend was great! It was nice and sunny out and you couldn't have asked for better weather. Saturday morning I slept in a little bit, but I never sleep in to late. Andy has to work on Saturday mornings so I normally hear him get up and leave. Anyways though earlier in the week I had talked to Allison, and we had talked about going shopping at Johnson Creek. So we went to Noodles for lunch and then shopping for the day. I didn't buy a whole lot really . I found a cute little hand bag at the gap that was like 2 bucks and a pair of pants for work. It was fun though to just walk around the outlet stores. Sunday Andy had to work again and I went to the mall with his mom and went shopping again. She was looking for spring clothes and I didn't really find anything either. Anyways though it was a great weekend and had fun with the ladies. This coming weekend I'm going home to Champaign to see my family. I haven't seen them in awhile. That will be another great weekend.

Spring is in the Air

This morning I woke up and I normally go straight to the computer to find out what the weather is going to be. I looked and it said it was going to be in the 50's and then later this week it is going to be in the 60's almost. I couldn't believe it. We have had all this snow and I never thought I would see spring! That means the wedding is coming closer too. Anyways though the flowers are ready to bloom and I saw that our neighbor had planted some sunflowers in a flower pot and they have already bloomed. They are so pretty. I think I get my green thumb from my grandma. I tend to plant a flowers every year or at least some. This year though I may not have time due to the wedding. We will see though.

Blog title

So I thought I should change the title of my blog. I"m no longer coming to Madison. I have lived here for about 2 1/2 years now. I'm in Madison for good unless we decide to move again. I wouldn't be opposed to the option of moving back to Champaign, but who knows. Andy knows that I would like to move back there and be closer to family. But I do like it here in Madison too.So anyways I changed the title to My Day in Madison Wisconsin.

Bridal Shower

I had a bridal shower this weekend and it was a lot of fun to see everyone and open up tons of presents. I wish that more of my side was able to come but traveling wise , they weren't able too. And that's totally fine, they will all be at the wedding. And that day is going to be very special! Andy and I got tons of good gifts. We got our dishes, pillows, comforter, sheets, towels, picture frames, candles, scrapbook, grill, baking set, and money. After the bridal shower Andy and I and two of our friends all went out for dinner and to watch the Wisconsin Hockey game. That was a lot of fun too. We had a good weekend. Now I get to add more gifts to the registry because we took a lot of the stuff off that people have already gotten for us.

New Mexico Trip

Wedding Plans

The wedding is approaching fast! We are definitely getting excited about the big day! Less then two months , I can't believe how fast it went. Plans are going well, everything is pretty much all done. The girls all have their dresses, the guys have been fitted for the tuxes. All the wedding favors are almost done. Still need to get some candles for the wedding centerpieces, but other than that it's all ready. Can't wait till the big day!!!! Now we get the RSVP cards back too so we get to find out whose all coming....

Television Shows I"m into this season !

There are a few television shows that I"m into watching this spring!

1. Big Brother 9 : This show started out as a couples game and now they have broke off to being single players. It's mainly a reality game / strategy show... Every week someone gets voted off!

2. Dancing with the Stars: This season has a interesting cast on it.There is one star name Marlee Marlen I think her name is, and she's deaf and can't hear the music. But she did a wonderful job the first night of the show.

3. American Idol : I have been watching this show since the beginning of it's season. There are some really great singers on it this season. David Cook, Brooke White, Carly and a few others. Tune in if you can.

4. The Bachelor: This season is the first time they have had a Britain on . And he's choosing one of us American women.

5. The Apprentice Celebrity: This is another reality game show but they are all playing for Charity's. I really hope that Trace Adkins wins.... Next week is the finally!

6. Here Come the Newlyweds: This show can be pretty funny! Andy and I have been watching this show on Sundays nights together. They ask a lot of questions to the other spouse.. Some interesting ones...And then I turn to Andy and ask him! He just laughs!

You would think I watch a lot of television, but really I don't... I tape all these shows and generally watch them on the weekends or right when I get home for work. So no couch potato here.

March Madness

It's that time again where there is nothing else on television but basketball and golf! I don't mind watching it so much but when you have to watch it all the time, it gets to be boring. Unfortunately Illinois didn't make it into the tournament but Wisconsin did. So far they are doing good. But they have a game this afternoon. We will see if they can pull off another win! Then there is golf, that can be pretty boring to watch too but sometimes it's fun to watch Tiger Woods golf... He's like number one right now in the country. At least to me he is! Anyways though I can't wait till there is some real television on again.

Snow

Here in Madison is snows a lot! Yesterday the forecast was calling for about 8-13 inches of snow in the Madison Area. I couldn't believe it and they say it was spring time. Anyways though it was nice and sunny outside the day before and it was like 45 degrees out and then it had to snow. I was lucky though because the roads weren't as bad as I thought they were going to be. They were pretty clean and I didn't get stuck going home. The only downfall was I had to work till 6 last night. But it's overtime....

Self Service - From Rachel Ray Readers

So I"m a big fan of " Everyday with Rachel Ray" Magazine. I was reading some of the readers tips that I didn't know about. So I thought I would share them on here.

1. If you have heartburn or indigestion, open a small can of sauerkraut and drink a little of the juice . You will get relief within 10 minutes. - Gloria Morton

2. When my sister and I were little and had fevers, our mom and grandmother insisted we put onions in our socks. We didn't care for the smell but our fevers came down. - Dana Heron

3. Sucking on a lime wedge doused in bitters cures the hick ups .- Dawn Warnentine

4. I make warm Chamomile tea and compresses for sore eyes. Just soak a washcloth in some brewed tea , place the washcloth over your eyes and lie back. It cures everything. - Sherry Brennan

5.Run the inside of a banana peel on a mosquito bite to stop the itching.- Lisa Walters

I'm leaving

I'm leaving on a jet plane, don't know when I will be back again.... Well actually Andy and I are flying to New Mexico in the morning. Andy has his once a year USBC Bowling . I have never been to New Mexico before. It's amazing the places I have gone with Andy since we have known each other. Baton Rouge, Corpus Christie, Reno, and now New Mexico.... Next year we are going to Las Vegas and then in 2010 we head to Orlando.... We leave tomorrow and come back on Monday.. It was a little over a year ago this weekend that Andy had proposed to me... And now were less then 3 months away from the wedding. Getting very excited about it though...

Wedding Part 2

So yesterday Andy and I went and met with the caters for the wedding and it's amazing the amount of money you spend... China, and glasses, and labor for the servers, and money for the bar tender, and so on... Makes you think about, why didn't we just elope and have a fun party or cookout or something. But I guess in the long run you only do this once so it's worth it...

Wedding News

Well Andy and I went and met with the Church and the pastor who is going to marry us. When we first walked in, I got the wrong impression right off the bat. Didn't ask my name or anything and he really didn't introduce himself either. While we were there and things he was talking about different things and I asked does it have to be a father that walks you down ,because I'm having my grandpa walk me down. And I mentioned that my parents are divorce and I don't get along with my father. Then he proceeded to talk about divorce rate. Then I noticed that he was one to talk when he didn't have a wedding ring on. Who knows... Anyways though we were to take a counseling class and the pastor said it was to late, so he had us take this personality test. It was one of those fill in the bubble ACT test. Andy and I had to sit a opposite ends of the table, couldn't talk or look at other while taking it. This test was 165 questions long. When we were done, we took it back to the pastor and he said that he was going to send it to the University of Minnesota and once he got our scores back that he would call us. So I'm thinking to myself, what are these scores going to tell, if they aren't accurate or up to his likings, is he not going to marry us... Maybe I was reading way to much into it, but still kind of weird I thought. And to top it off, he didn't know the date we requested or the time or any of that either. Very unorganized if you ask me... Just a little venting ....

SORRY

I know I haven't typed on here for awhile. I have been so busy with wedding things. I will soon update more information I promise... There is a lot to share.

Snow in Wisconsin stinks.

Write more later.....

~ It's Friday ~

It's Friday and it's time to party! Not really though. Don't have a lot planned , though I'm working on some wedding things. I can't believe how soon it's coming up. This Sunday is SuperBowl Sunday, I wonder who is going to win?My guess is the Patriots but we will see.. Don't know that I will watch it but if there isn't anything else good on then I will . Speaking of television I'm really in to the American Idol and Celebrity Apprentice this season. There are a lot of good singers on but then there are some that just shouldn't be on there. And Celebrity Apprentice, very interesting season so far. I will keep you all posted.

When I logged on to Yahoo

This morning I was logging on to Yahoo.com and up came the little monkey that rides the dog. Every year in Palestine at the famous Rodeo there is always some special act. Last year he was there. I just thought it was cool that he made it on to Yahoo. com.

My Wedding Dress

Last night I called David's Bridal to see if I could come in any earlier to have my last dress fitting and she told me that it was actually done and if I wanted to , I could come in tonight.. So last night I went to Davids and tried my dress on for one last time before the wedding. I also wore my wedding jewlery just to see what it would look like. I have to say it looks really nice. Allison was also there, she's on my bridesmaid. She's been a good person to ask for advice on wedding things since she's already married. While she was there, she was also able to pick up her dress . They really turned out cute and the shoes are cute too. I can't wait to see all the girls in them. It's getting closer to time...

~ 8 Things ~

I was reading my sister Gretchen blog about her 8 things and she has tagged me to write them as well. So hears goes nothing... May be interesting who knows..

8 Things I want to do before I die

1. Try out for American Idol
2.Take Dance Lessons Again
3. Go back to school
4.Own a Jeep Cherokee
5. Addopt a child like I was
6. Organize all my photographs
7. How to cook like Rachel Ray
8. Go to all 6-7 Disney resorts

8 TV Shows I recently watched

1. American Idol
2. Trading Spaces
3. Celebrity Apprentice
4.Young in the Restless
5. Iron Chef America
6. Supper Nanny
7. What not to Wear
8. Rachel Ray/Ellen ( Talk Shows)

8 Places I would like to visit

1. India
2. California
3. New York
4. New Mexico
5. Washington D.C.
6. 911 Twin Towers
7. Mt. Rushmore
8. The Titantic Memorial in the Ocean

8 Things I left to finish for the Wedding in May

1. Prepare all the invitations
2. Finalize place sittings
3. Finalize food for the dinner
4. Choosing a rehearsal site
5. Choose a hairsylist
6. Finish the wedding favors
7. Finsih my wedding surprise for the guest
8. Pick out the tuxes for the men

8 Cds I always listen to in the car

1. Rascall Flats
2. Marina McBride
3. Keith Urban
4. Carrie Underwood
5. Kenny Chesney
6. Brad Paisly
7. Amy Grant
8. Josh Groban

8 Things I often Say

1. Zimbrick European
2. Thank you
3. Hello
4. Love you
5. Maggie
6. Bailey
7. What do you want for dinner
8. Heyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

8 Snack Food I enjoy

1. Skittles
2. Chili Cheese Fritos
3. Cheddar Sharp Cheese and Crackers
4. Popcorn
5. MM"s
6. Anything Hersheys
7. Trail Mix
8. Strawberries

8 Websites I'm always on

1. Pogo.com
2. Target.com
3. Free Sterling Silver.com
4. Zimbrick.com
5. BestBuy.com
6. Stickerplanet.com
7. Hallmark.com
8. Aol.com