Elite

I would like to take just a quick second to brag about my awesome husband for a moment or two: Since November he has been working for a booking agency called Elite Talent Agency and has been doing SO many cool things for them. For at least the past 6 months he's headed up signing and supporting smaller indie bands, and has found some really great musicians that are going to be really fun to follow in the coming years. With a couple of them being local we've gotten a few chances to go and watch (although Keith certainly goes to more shows than I do). Here are two bands that I think you should check out too:

CALEB

The Vespers

Reunion.2

So I mentioned a while back that Keith's college band was having a reunion show, so I thought it was about time to share some photos from the event. I also have videos, if anyone is interested in watching the madness haha

To Keith: I'm so proud of all the hard work that you put in to make this show happen. I know it wasn't always the most fun, but in the end I know you had a great time, and there were a lot of people who really appreciated getting to see you again for one last time.

and now here are some awesome photographs from the show that they played in Cincinnati at The 86 Club. I got these photos from their Facebook page:

Steven Bradley

Last Thursday Keith's band played their first show at a little bar down in Murfreesboro, and it was such a success! I played the role of mamarazzi and constantly snapped photos and videos (sometimes at the same time! professional...) Even though the boys weren't completely satisfied, and wanted to tweek a few things, it was definitely a great first show with the hopes of many more to come. Here are some photos from the night:

Oh and for his first show as a drummer... Keith sounded awesome :) I'm a little biased though...

Keith Day

Saturday was SUCH a beautiful day, busy... but absolutely beautiful. I started super early by visiting Ryan and Chelsey's yard sale, then dropped Keith off at his Ultimate Frisbee game, went to Zumba and then back to Keith's game to cheer on his team. They lost their first game, but won the second game (which is the one that I watched, good luck charm???). Look how crazy blue the sky was!

Anytime he was on the sidelines Keith was constantly shouting out advice to his teammates and I had a vision of what my life will be like if our future children decide to play sports...

Red team celebrating their first win!

 After the game we went straight to Keith's band practice (hence dubbing this "Keith Day" haha) and I got to listen to them run through their set of songs. Bennett's girlfriend McKel also joined so it wasn't entirely boring ;)

They practice at the church Anthony works at which has some BEAUTIFUL stained glass. Loved it. 

If you haven't yet, you should listen to Keith's band: Steven Bradley and the Cumberland River Revival.

Musicians

I have been waiting FOREVER to post about this on here! I know I've mentioned it before, but since we've been in Nashville Keith has been playing drums with a few of his friends. It feels like months ago that they recorded two of their songs, but I know I'm just being dramatic :) Anyway, I am pleased to introduce:

Check out their songs here on facebook and follow them on twitter if you would like! I'm excited to see where they take this, maybe some shows coming up? It is definitely worth a listen!

Hiatus

I took a little bit of unplanned time away from the blog this week mostly due to absolute exhaustion. I think I will always be amazed at how tired I am at the end of my work day, regardless of how busy I was. I don't work more than an 8 hour day, but somehow getting finished at 7pm as opposed to 5, or 6 just completely wipes away any bit of energy or motivation. Thankfully I have an amazing husband who feeds me dinner and puts me to bed each night, usually before 10pm haha.

Here are some things that happened this week while I was away from the internet:

Last Sunday we had Trent and Jordie over to watch the Titans game and we made our favorite pizza.

Then we worked REALLY hard to get this group shot haha

One of my little favorites Elijah was SOOOO excited about his new outfit that he asked me to take his photo... precious :)

On Friday Sarah and I took her middle school group on a field trip. 

We went to Rocket town, a local music venue/skatepark and they learned how to play some instruments (note the enthusiasm)

Friday night Steve and Sarah came over, we ate Mas Tacos again and came back to the house to have some beer and hang out... Keith broke out his leather jacket and we all had a good laugh haha

Saturday afternoon we ventured out to find the Grilled Cheeserie food truck with Steve.

I had cheddar with tomatoes and avocado aioli. Yum! Topped off with tots and Mexican Coca-Cola. 

Keith and Steve went to band practice for a few hours on Saturday afternoon so Sarah and I took a walk at Shelby Bottoms to avoid lazily laying on the couch all day.

Then Keith and I watched a movie and Theo stayed very close by 

and today, in honor of the great sandwich I had yesterday, I broke out the panini press and made my own, which was not nearly as amazing, but was way cheaper haha

Some other things that I did this week that didn't get photographed?

• I woke up early to run two miles three different mornings this week AND I went to a 6am Zumba class... hooray for morning motivation!
• Because of how good I was with exercising this week I treated myself to a delicious lunch at Mitchell's on Thursday. Mmmmm. 
• We slept in until 10am both Saturday and Sunday... it felt SO great.
• I worked a nearly 12 hour day on Friday which is usually my day off... oops.
• I finished everything I need to do to become a substitute teacher here in Nashville, I can't believe how soon I will be transitioning away from my job!
• I got some awesome new work pants at the Gap for 50% off! Good things come to those who wait for sales. 
• Oh and we made chili yesterday, and it was probably the best it has ever tasted. So stinkin good!

Anything interesting happen while I was away?

Keith's Weekend Project

Keith has been playing drums with some friends in a band that is yet to be named on a little starter kit he borrowed from his brother. The set was looking a little shabby, so since the band took a little time off from practicing Keith decided to peel off the plastic covering and stain the wood to make it look a little fancier. Here are some shots from the process:

I wish I had a "before" photo, but just take my word for it.... they look AMAZING in comparison. I can't wait until I can share some of the songs they recorded. You will definitely like it :)