We have completed our pre-caana requirements, the marriage preparation for the church. Not much to say about it, though lots of food for thought and more importantly, for discussion.

I will be heading to the States for two weeks on Tuesday - Matt, meanwhile, will hold down the fort and try to navigate paying the electric bill and our old Spanish landlady. We shall see what happens.

Wedding preparations are, as usual, moving ahead. Every phone call from home now includes a list of decisions around details, getting more minute every time.

Part of my trip to the States includes a micro-trip to Austin for wedding preparations (and a much needed visit with the family). Itinerary to include

• Visit with the coordinator/catering/decoration guru Gloria
• Meeting with the DJ
• Gown fitting and alterations (gotta get the bustle and bow)
• Appointment with a florist
• Gift registry meeting at Macy's with the consultant

There is one more, but it slips my mind right now. Besides, momzilla is the master scheduler for this trip. Also, part of this trip includes an incursion into Garden Ridge (home of the craftiness) to look at flowers/candles/decorations/wedding favors...

This trip is starting to make Matt's two weeks in solitary in Spain look relaxing!