plan

Katie and I have done most of our wedding planning. I can't actually take any credit because Katie and her mom have done most. I like to think I've helped a little though.

We didn't really know where to start last November when we got engaged. In fact, we didn't really do anything until after Christmas. Since then we've stumbled our way forward doing a little at a time.

After christmas we found what we thought was the perfect place. A few weeks later we met in Nashville with Katie's parents and realized that Belle Meade would be a much better choice.

Although we still have a lot to do, so many other things seem to have come together. I guess things don't just "come together" though. There have been many people in both of our families who have helped us along the way. We are very grateful for all of the help!

Katie didn't exactly have a vision of what she wants our big day to look like. As a result I am glad that the two of us have been able to so much of the planning. We found out (and we are still finding out) what we like along the way. But we've done it together.

I'm glad we've been able to do it together.

  • minders
    I am so excited for the both of you! I am also excited that I get to be a part of the big day!! :)
    by minders at 06/10/08 11:28PM
  • sar_bear
    How sweet! :) You two make a great couple, from what little I've been able to observe.
    by sar_bear at 06/10/08 11:48PM
  • kiss_the_rain
    what a sweet couple you are! you'll be so happy :)
    by kiss_the_rain at 06/11/08 3:42PM
  • icantbreathe
    Very sweet Dickey! I am very happy that my sister found someone who loves her as much as you do! Good thing Hillary Duff wasn't available.
    by icantbreathe at 06/11/08 8:45PM
  • birdy
    only 35 more days! love you!
    by birdy at 06/12/08 5:30PM
  • gamomma
    We are so excited for you guys! I think it's great that you have found each other!
    by gamomma at 06/12/08 9:55PM

Air Conditioning

First, a picture of the engaged couple:


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Next, an update:

-found out that the Belle Meade Plantation will have air conditioning installed in the carriage house by our wedding date.

-Katie makes me watch dancing with the stars.

-4 new stops signs have recently been installed in Katies neighborhood. I'm pretty sure this is not related to the ticket I recently got for running a stop sign...

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Finally, my favorite Earl Nightingale Quotes:

All you have to do is know where you're going. The answers will come to you of their own accord.

People are where they are because that is exactly where they really want to be -- whether they will admit that or not.

People with goals succeed because they know where they're going.

You become what you think about.

Success is the progressive realization of a worthy ideal.
  • fauxbelle
    You know...they would probably ticket you if they knew you were taking pictures while you were driving!!
    by fauxbelle at 05/20/08 9:53PM
  • fauxbelle
    Also...I feel your pain about tickets. I just got one for going a TAD over the speed limit. Oops.
    by fauxbelle at 05/20/08 9:54PM
  • icantbreathe
    My mom will be sooo excited about the air conditioning! And weren't you bummed that Jason Taylor didn't win??? I completely ignored all those stop signs - good thing the BGPD wasn't out this weekend!
    by icantbreathe at 05/20/08 10:14PM
  • minders
    did you get a ticket in our neighborhood?
    by minders at 05/21/08 1:32AM
  • birdy
    who is the one who could tell me everything that was going to happen because he had watched the same episode the night before while I was at work??
    by birdy at 05/21/08 11:47AM
  • cptkeith84
    ^I don't know what you are talking about...
    by cptkeith84 at 05/21/08 3:15PM
  • mktmom4
    You guys both have pretty blue eyes.
    by mktmom4 at 05/22/08 4:39PM
  • gamomma
    ^That's funny, I was just about to say the same thing! Those blue eyes really pop in that photo!
    by gamomma at 05/22/08 8:05PM
  • katiebethdickey
    haha that video was sooo funny the little brittish kids are cute!
    by katiebethdickey at 05/25/08 3:25PM
  • mktmom4
    check your text messages and your email...mummy sent you a message that I think you and Katie will like.
    by mktmom4 at 05/26/08 10:58AM
  • matthewdickey
    FYI...It would be good if you obtained a wedding license before the big day....just a thought!
    by matthewdickey at 05/29/08 3:50PM
  • katiebethdickey
    you are so generous!!!
    by katiebethdickey at 06/04/08 1:12AM
  • princessjaime
    thanks! we think she's pretty precious. we'll be seeing you soon at the upcoming big event!
    by princessjaime at 06/04/08 8:49AM

George and Fish

Katie bought me a present the other day. I was at work when she called and let me know about it. When I went to her house after work I found George Strait's new CD, Troubador waiting for me. She is so nice!

We drove down to Nashville for shaun's birthday Sunday night. The birthday dinner was at the Aquarium Restaurant. It was a very interesting place. I was particularly intrigued by the huge green electric eel. The food was ok but it was mainly about the fish!


More later...


dickey. out.

  • mktmom4
    YES KEITH, good eye...and I know how much you hated missing out on LABOU...
    by mktmom4 at 05/15/08 11:17PM
  • minders
    I was hoping for a grocery list...oh well, maybe next time.
    by minders at 05/16/08 1:23AM
  • adwestphal
    great
    by adwestphal at 05/16/08 9:11AM
  • birdy
    I know the way to your heart is through George
    by birdy at 05/16/08 3:33PM
  • kiss_the_rain
    that's sweet. great cd!!
    by kiss_the_rain at 05/17/08 7:27PM
  • mktmom4
    Too bad there are not adult seats like mikey's with the little shade thing...granny would probably love it....you are right about the hair...but it has been so hot lately that SHE might even get her feet wet one of these days..Katie has been in the pool every day for the last few days...she has a swim party coming up at school at the aquatic center here in Folsom.
    by mktmom4 at 05/18/08 11:29PM
  • mktmom4
    I LOVE THAT PICTURE THAT YOU SENT TODAY OF YOU AND KATIE...
    by mktmom4 at 05/18/08 11:30PM

Whats been happening

Katie and I recently wrapped up a pre-marriage mentoring series with our preacher and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Kelly. It was a great opportunity for us. I just wish we could spend every sunday evening in their home!

We are attempting to train up Dixie in the way that she should go. hopefully soon she will actually learn!

I've realized that I really like the restaurant Ruby Tuesday. I'm a fan of the salad bar and ruby mini's. I also like those pepper grinders that they have.

Until next time...

dickey. out.

  • beloved
    I LOVED pre-marriage counseling with the Kelleys! They are so wonderful! I'm glad that you and Katie enjoyed it as well!
    by beloved at 05/08/08 10:15PM
  • icantbreathe
    Did you get your Fox News gifts???
    by icantbreathe at 05/09/08 9:22AM
  • mktmom4
    we have ruby tuesday in folsom
    by mktmom4 at 05/09/08 11:23AM
  • seattleladybug
    i love my niece Ruby
    by seattleladybug at 05/09/08 11:41PM
  • krazykrizn
    Hey Keith! I saw your family today in Folsom. My boyfriend lives in Folsom now and so we visited the church there--nice folks!
    by krazykrizn at 05/12/08 12:05AM
  • cpc4life82
    the key is generously applying a superior force to the posterior of the mut or as the proverb writer puts it administering the rod of correction
    by cpc4life82 at 05/15/08 9:37AM
  • cptkeith84
    my friend, you are so wise
    by cptkeith84 at 05/15/08 2:32PM

Take our Quiz! (Created by Keith and Katie)

  • alex
    Fun quiz!
    by alex at 04/04/08 7:53AM
  • tdcpc4life
    I'm not telling but you will love it.
    by tdcpc4life at 04/12/08 11:20PM
  • mktmom4
    hey keith, let me know what addresses you and K need
    by mktmom4 at 04/27/08 11:37PM
  • mktmom4
    YES, you will LOVE Timmy's gift.....
    by mktmom4 at 04/28/08 12:10AM