Alyssa Dawson

our story: the reception decor

To read our story: the wedding day To read our story: the engagement This may be a little bias, but my reception was beautiful (I’m really not trying to sound conceited). I really have to hand it to my mom for the whole set up of the reception! She did such a great job! She made all the flower pieces, organized every center piece, got all the pictures ready, made up all the take home treats and so much more! Everything was in it’s perfect place and it really looked just amazing. I remember the… Read More

fun foods: a juicing recipe

A few weeks ago Brand and I some how managed to watch the documentary “Fat Sick and Nearly Dead” on hulu. The documentary got us interested, I mean we’ve always wanted to eat healthy, and we are constantly going through phases of working out and not working out. But, we thought it would also be a good idea to try this whole juicing thing. Because I’m a picky eater I was reluctant to try juicing, especially after seeing all the vegetables that are put in the juices. But, I wanted to try it and see how… Read More

the rustling of the deciduous trees

shirt: boutique, cardi: tjmaxx, jeans: f21, boots: famous footware, purse: coach When we were in Prescott this weekend I re-fell-in-love with the sound of rustling trees. In Glendale we don’t have these beautiful trees so I only hear the sound about once a year, when we head to Prescott. This time we took an impromptu walk through the back ally way, after having a delightful lunch at El Gato Azul, when we heard the rustling of the beautiful tall trees. It was like something from the movies. The cool weather and the beautiful tall trees were quite… Read More

what I’m liking sunday

It’s officially Christmas time here at dom Dawsonov! We got home from Prescott early this afternoon and set up Christmas straightaway. Here are some links to things that I’m loving right now: In love with these retro knit stockings from World Market, it is such a great store! Love these festive snowflake pillar candles from Kohls! Really cute wrapping paper. Such a cute Christmas Banner! I will always want a fireplace just so I can decorate it like this for Christmas. I can’t get enough Christmas pillows, just can’t! Really love this Christmas Hearts and… Read More

a few things I’m grateful for and happy thanksgiving

Via A few things I’m grateful for. (in no particular order) Husband Loving mom and dad Missionary brother Brother The Church Animals School Good examples Food Shelter Opportunity to live in a free country Freedoms Education Scriptures Founding Fathers Happy Thanksgiving! This Thanksgiving I thought it would be fun to start a new tradition and read George Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation.