I can't believe it has already been a year since you two said "I do"! That day was a beautiful day, and one that I will never forget. Many memories were made for all of us! It seems like the preparations the day before flew by. I wish I could go back and have another moment to cherish my favorite memories from those two days.
-texting you while I stressed out about not knowing where Heather (our hairstylist) was. I was still under the dryer getting highlighted and it was time for me to go to the next appt of the day. I was almost freaking out. You kept texting me to go find her!
-eating at Dakota's. Andrew's mom, sister, aunt, and cousin did such a beautiful job with the bridal luncheon. It was so relaxed and special. I LOVED my crabcake sandwich! My mouth is watering just thinking about it. I remember looking across the table at you, and being so proud and happy and excited for you and your future.
-getting our nails done. Loved the "prom" picture. It was cute watching Anna, and Maggie, and Kate experience their first french mani and pedi. The little girls had so much fun together.
Rehersal dinner, you looked beautiful, and so happy walking around and talking with family members on both sides. I loved the slide show, and all the memories it brought back. My food was delish, and I remember Taylor playing music with his water glass.
-the early part of your wedding day is a little blurred to me. I remember being nervous about the toast I was giving at the reception, and a little nervous about how the day would go. Getting all the kids ready and getting them where they needed to go at the right time.
-getting ready with the bridal party. Eating those yummy chicken tenders, and watching Heather style your long gorgeous blonde hair in those beautiful curls.
-Watching the moment you and mom shared together as she gave you your card, and seeing the love, and excitement, and nervousness shared by the both of you.
-driving to Old City Park to help you and Anna get dressed. Remember, you didn't want to go upstairs where the photographer insisted you get ready because of the lighting! You were so scared you would fall down those steep stairs! You didn't and the pictures turned out gorgeous!
-sharing the "plump and stump" LOL! (lip gloss)
-having so much fun taking pictures together-weeds and all! Lots of laughs in those 30 min. I wish the photographer would have taken a photo of just the two of us though. :(
- watching Anna walk down the aisle with tears in my eyes! I know the "real" day for her to walk down the aisle will come much sooner than I'd like. She looked beautiful though!
-that perfect moment when Taylor straightend the train on your dress, and you made your way up the walk. You looked gorgeous! You were glowing! Once again tears in my eyes! I am so proud of who you are, and all of your accomplishments! I could not have hand picked a better sister. I am so glad God picked you for me. Thank you for being you, and loving me the way you do! I love you!
-when Cheryl's microphone didn't work, and only those standing closest to you heard your vows.
-glad I didn't get snake bitten in the pictures after the ceremony.
-the reception, it was wonderful! I made it through the toast, with only a few tears.
-the dancing...oh the dancing. I realized my little boy could dance.....even with 20 year olds. I think I might be in trouble! He was a little too comfortable putting on the moves!
- when I fell on the dance floor. Please remind me of this if I ever start dancing the hoe down again. Ok?
-Trin falling asleep, and passing her around from person to person. Everyone loved holding her, even asleep.
-going back to the hotel where you came by to say goodnight, and take a picture with Trin. She had been asleep most of the night and wasn't in many pictures.
-driving home the next day on Mother's Day, and replaying all the weekends wonderful events in my head over again.
I hope you and Andrew have a wonderful anniversary, but then how could you not being in Hawaii for the second time in a year? You are a lucky girl! I am so happy for you and can't wait to see what your future holds! "Here's to many more years of a wonderful marriage."
Don't you love Neen's expression in the photo? It is sooo her!
We saw deer in front of a house as soon as we drove in.
I can't believe Casey is almost 13. He is becoming quite mature, and is now much taller than I am. About another 3-4 inches and he will be as tall as Casey. There are members of the family that are 6'7". Little Casey will be this tall for SURE! It's hard to believe he was only 4lbs when he was born.
Amanda and Andrew chillin in the snow.
Anna, just being Anna in this picture and the next!
Anna being a dare devil as always!
Don't you just want to squeeze her?
Have you ever seen snow/ice this big?
She loved the snow, and I love this smile!
