I Want You

I might have the most amazing husband ever... husband. That's weird. I'm still not quite used to referring to him as my husband. But it's pretty much the neatest feeling ever when I do.

So anyways. Joel went into the little shopping center on the site we're currently at this morning to get milk and bought me roses. And Red Bull. This man is simply perfect.

We've been staying at various RV parks for the most part. Nice ones. We wanted the whole travelling experience. I mean, what's the point in hiring an RV only to park it outside a hotel each night and never actually stay on it? But I think I'm gonna suggest that we get a hotel tonight. I wanna do something special for him. I'm gonna run down to the center in a bit and see what I can find... not that I really need much. We have lots of candles and I bought some nice lingerie with me. But I'd like some bubble bath. It's been a while since we took a nice bath together. The RV only has a shower and it's a little cramped. Possibly some massage lotion. Imagine that.

Better Days

Exciting news! It doesn't really regard me - or Joel - but it's still exciting!

Mom has a man!

Yes, it's true! Missa called me a couple hours ago to tell me that she came home to discover Mom getting ready to go out. Initially Momma insisted that she was going out with a couple friends... but eventually confessed to having met a man a couple weeks ago! Apparently she's been out with him twice already! Sneaky. I like it.

I'm stoked that she's met someone. I really am. Missa says she virtually lit up when talking about him. That really warms my heart. I sincerely hope it works out for her. I can't wait to meet him. His name is Kevin and he's a lawyer. Imagine that! Impressive!

Now all we need to do is get Missa a man and the Torbin ladies will be set!

When In Rome

Hanging out in Rome! Life rules. Hard.


I want to buy an RV once we're home and live in it. I'm a gypsy. I absolutely love living in a moving vehicle. Weird. I love the idea that you can take off as and when you feel like it. Joel says it's nice for a vacation but he wouldn't want to live in one permanently. Boo. He sucks. I'm re-thinking this marriage deal.

We have another five weeks out on the road and then we're headed home! I can't wait to see everyone! I'm missing my nearest and dearest. A lot. But I've done well with keeping everyone posted. I've spoken to at least one person back home everyday. I spoke with Serena this morning. She spent the past week in Laguna Beach with Victoria, which is super neat. I'm so glad they've become such good little buddies.

I called Lindsay and Roxy last night because it had been a week or so since I'd last spoke to them and that wont do. I miss those gingernuts. I truly do. They're special. I can't wait to see them. I'm also desperate to see Serena, Missa and Mom. It's crazy to me that not too long ago I barely saw Serena and Mom. As shitty as the circumstances are, I'm glad that changed. I really am.

Way Back When

I love him. And I love Europe.

I spent the afternoon decorating the RV... well, there's not a whole lot you can do with a rental RV but I took the boring old blinds down and put up some brand spanking new drapes. I got new cushions and blankets and rugs and bought those little lights you put on your tree at Christmas and have hung them wherever possible. It's all very blue and purple and pink. Joel says I'm lucky he loves me.

We're currently in Paris. It really is the most romantic city in the world. Joel and I made dinner together last night and ate under the stars. We stayed outside until midnight, talking and laughing about old times and eating more desert than was probably necessary. And then we headed back into the bus and made love.

Things are going wonderfully well in that department. I must admit, I never really believed that sex would be any different once we were married... but it is. I think it's just because we feel so incredibly close to each other at the moment. Honeymoon bliss, if you'd like. Whatever you wanna put it down to, I'm not complaining.

We've been jamming a lot. I've written six songs since we've been here. I can't wait to get into the studio. I got the go-ahead to start working on the next record, which will be my third, when I'm back from Europe. I'm so excited! I've spoken to Raven about producing some tracks and Cady has promised she'll do something with me too! I kinda already know what I want to do with her. We wrote a song, along with Roxy, a few months ago called Way Back When and I absolutely love it. It's probably one of my favorite songs I've ever had a part in writing. I desperately want them both on the track! I have some serious grovelling to do.

I suppose I could offer Roxy sexual favors.

All That I Am

To say that it's been an insane week would be an understatement... but it's also been the best week I can remember having.

The wedding was absolutely perfect. There really is no other way to describe that day. And marriage is so much more than I ever imagined it to be. In all honesty, I assumed that it was more or less the same as being in a long-term relationship, as we had been. But I was wrong. Marriage is something else. And I'm so happy to be his.

Europe is incredible! The weather has been amazing and I'm truly having the time of my life. If this is as good as it gets then I'm pretty happy.

What A Wonderful World

What's been going on in the wonderful world of Lynx Torbin, you ask? Well, I'll tell you.


Things are mad. Everyone is rushing around, making final arrangements and preparations. To be completely honest, I'm well and truly ready to get this wedding over and done with! The whole ceremony part isn't really my thing and never was. I'm just excited to be married and to go to Europe! Missa and I are going shopping tomorrow to get my summer wardrobe. I can't even tell you how stoked I am on spending the summer travelling across Europe.

I've decided to wait until we get there to get all the things we'll need on the RV, like toiletries and all that. And I fully intend on decorating. It's going to be our home for two months! Bring it on!

Ready

So I'll be married this time in one week. Craziness. Pure craziness.

I'm most excited about leaving for Europe, to be completely honest. I never, ever imagined I'd be married this young. But I thank God for Joel everyday. I know it's the cliche thing to say but I've no idea where I'd be without him. I'm not sure I ever would have gotten through the whole Mom/Dad issue had I not had him at my side.

Grandma and Grandpa are arriving on Monday to spend the week with us! I'm so stoked. I haven't seen them since the Portland show. Dad wont be coming. But all my old friends from Oregon will be there! I'm super excited to see everyone. I'm not entirely sure how many guests we have coming but I think it's close to three hundred!

I'm a little nervous about the bachelorette party. Lindsay, Roxy and Missa have planned it all in secret. I can only imagine!

Walking On Sunshine

Once again I have neglected my blogging duties. Sincere apologies.

We spent the weekend down in Laguna, which was super nice. We visited the chapel in which we will be married in less than a month! Insane! It was awesome to get away. It's always nice to spend time with the in-laws-to-be. And I mean that. Joel has the most awesome parents - besides my Mom, obviously.

I hung out with Cadence and Raven at Raven's studio on Thursday. I love those chicks. They really are ridiculously talented. We wrote three killer songs together. I'm super stoked on them. I think Cady is meeting with Kizzie and I for drinks tomorrow night too. Should be a good time!

Mom, Missa, Serena and I went on a day trip to Santa Monica Pier one day last week. It was truly awesome. We rode rides, swam in the ocean and ate enough to feed the entire pier. True story.

So as you can see, I've more or less been hanging out since tour ended. And I'm loving it.

Taken

I can't believe how quickly the wedding is approaching. Seems like last week that we got engaged. I'm not really nervous yet but I'm told that's normal. Lindsay and Roxy tell me they didn't get nervous until the night before the wedding.

Lindsay, Roxy, Missa and Gracie are planning the bachelorette party. I'm scared. All I know is that it will be taking place in the Chateau Belle in Laguna. I've never actually stayed at a Chateau Belle hotel, which is kinda odd since I know the people that own them. They're only like the most luxurious hotels on the planet. Should be a good time!

Sweet Life

Back home! New York was awesome! Had the best time, as always.

Lindsay and Roxy own my soul. But every time I go to New York I come back wanting a baby. I'm not entirely sure when I'll really be ready to have my own. I want to be married a while. Only because I really love my work and want to do the whole newlywed thing before we truly tie ourselves down in the way you do when you have a kid.

I was talking to Mom about getting an implant. Lindsay and Roxy got them a couple months ago and are very happy with them. It's a good idea... I've just never been stoked on medical procedures. Especially those that involve huge needles. But I suppose it's the smartest thing to do. And also, it will mean that I wont have to worry about taking the pill and using condoms when we're travelling in Europe. Handy.

City Lights

New York!

I'm sooo stoked to be here, hanging with my gingernuts! How I have missed them. It's been wayyy too long! I've been here since yesterday and am having the best time. Obviously leaving Joel at home sucks... but quality time with The Twins is always awesome. Besides, I'll see my man in a week!

All I Ever Wanted

Current location: Pensacola, Florida

I'm a terrible blogger. I've been neglecting my blogging duties. It wont happen again.

Only three days and two shows until tour ends! Sadness. To say that it's been amazing would be an understatement. Words really can't describe what this experience means to me. It's been absolutely incredible.

I'll miss the awesome people I've met whilst on the road, like the crew and the management team. And the bus. I love living on a bus. I love travelling. I love music.

And I can't wait to do it all again.