~ WoW!.... it's over ~

Not only is the weekend over, but so is the wedding.  All the planning came together on a wonderful Saturday afternoon.   It was extremely cold out, but when I left my house to get to the church early the sky was blue and the clouds were white and full.   I will admit I wore my boots, but didn't bring the red shoes.  As I was walking around the house prior to leaving my right foot kept falling out and I knew I'd never be able to walk.  So as I packed my bag, the black shoes went in.  (only to find out later I did lose weight in my feet because the same thing happened with the black, but no where as bad)   I got to the church and headed to the room where the girls were dressing.  Renee was still in sweats as she primped 'bug', and let me tell you she looked like a little princess.  Ok, in my eyes she is everyday, but she was adorable!  The girls were fluffing and primping themselves.  I changed out of my boots and went to check out the lighting of where the ceremony was going to be.  The church was decorated absolutely beautiful, aisles were decorated with branches dipped in glitter and crystal like gems.  They appeared to be iced, and perfect for a cold winter day.  I was holding my own until I turned and saw Gage escorting someone to their seat.  Seeing him in his tux and looking so grown up brought me to tears.  My hands shook as I gathered my camera to get his picture.  The ceremony went without a hitch.  Well, except for on small portion when the Minister asked who gives Renee.... her father who had practiced the line and had a cheat sheet, hesitated.  Believe me when I say it wasn't hesitation about giving her... it was more he was off in lah lah land.  LOL  The church fell silent and Renee and Mike shot him a look, only to be followed by several chuckles.  At one point 'bug' walked to Gage with outstretched arms looking for his hand or a hug.  Not sure which, but it was so sweet and followed by 'aaaawwww.'   I am so glad I captured that on camera.

 

         

 

The reception was perfect!  I got there right before the 'limbo' (what 'bug' called it all night) and we set up for pictures.  I took what seemed like a gazillion and when deciding on what to use for graphics I was overwhelmed.  So many beautiful poses, funny, serious, and loving.  I will obviously do several more before all is said and done.  When the guests started to arrive everything was a whirl wind.  Smiles, hugs, and kisses.  We mingled and snacked on hor'devours.  It was wonderful seeing family and friends that we don't normally see.  Gage did some talking in the mic and helped prepare everyone for the announcement of the wedding party.  He was so proud and so honored to be doing that for his Mom and Dad. 

 

Dinner was wonderful.  Started with soup and salad.  The buffet table seemed to be endless.  Rolls, pasta salad, mashed tators, roast beef, chicken breasts in a wonderful lemon garlic mushroom sauce, roast pork, baked ziti, and steamed veggies.  Talk about having a feast!  Every thing I had was delish! 

 

The rest of the evening was full of laughter, chatting, and dancing.  Lots and lots of dancing.  Not to mention it had started to snow and it was coming down pretty fast and heavy.  I've come to the conclusion that both sides of the family are nuts!  I danced more then I thought I would, and my hip/back did bother me a few times, but I kicked off my shoes and tried to not let it bother me.   When they played Brown Eyed Girl, we grabbed my Dad and made him dance with us.  Well, lets say he swayed and we danced around him.  My sisters and I all have brown eyes and we laughed hysterically as he tried to keep up with us singing.  'Bug' was in heaven!  She has been looking forward to that song.  She has called it the wedding song for weeks and has listened to it over and over and over. 

 

My evening ended with going to my sisters for a bit, taking my son and his girlfriend home and then coming home myself.  When I woke up this morning I did the graphic of Renee and Mike and printed it out on nice photo paper.  I headed back to my sisters for breakfast, and gave out copies of the graphic.  I ended up staying there the entire day, and never got home until after 7 this evening.  It was a day of reliving the events of last night, lots of food, and more laughs.  I put the graphic of the kids together when I got home, and included one of me and Steve.  I am also posting one my hair from the back so you could all see the braid and what I had done.  Now you know why I never ask my sister Karen to take pictures...... LOL.... she cut my head off!!  It was a bit more then I wanted but it was nice and held up until late today when I finally had to pull it out.  My head was itchy and I knew I would need help getting all the pins out.  'Bug' took pleasure in helping there and kept telling me not to cry.  She even scratched my head for me.  Have to love that child!! 

 

                   

 

                         

 

Obviously every detail of the wedding isn't here, I could write a book and I'm sure I bored you to tears already.  Just be warned, there will be more pictures coming.  LOL

 

Hope everyone had a great weekend!!  Mine was fabulous........ long........ and I'm tired. 

 

Hugs

~d