This weekend I not only gained an hour (which wasn’t wasted sleeping I’m afraid), I gained a sister-in-law. (Yay!) And throughout the festivities I packed lots of lessons into lots of celebration.
Lesson #1: You know you’re old when your husband asks if you want anything at the liquor store for a big bachelor/bachelorette limo outing and the only thing that comes to mind is gum.
Lesson #2: Don’t ever order bartender’s choice. Ever.
Lesson #3: My husband is hilarious. And fun. And kind. And handsome. (I mean have you seen how he rocks his Dempsey do?) Of course I knew all these things. But it was nice to be reminded.
Lesson #4: As my mother-in-law told the minister who was doubting that this outdoor wedding would happen during a downpour at the rehearsal, sometimes all you need is a bit of faith. And, apparently my mother-in-law and brother/sister-in-law had it big time. Come Saturday morning, God was shining down on the happy couple—as was the glorious San Diego sunshine.
Lesson #5: There’s no such thing as a “simple” backyard wedding.
Lesson #6: When you walk out dressed and ready for the big occasion and your two-year old says, “You forgot your bracelet!”, you realize it’s time for a new party dress. (And accessories, of course.)
Lesson #7: Little has stick-dar. He magically discovered a “sword” walking down the aisle and spent the ceremony slaying dragons in the front row. (No doubt the bride and groom were grateful for the free entertainment.)
Lesson #8: Weddings are such feel-good events that even when a bird does to your hair what your baby just did to your (and her) dress, you can’t help but smile.
Lesson #9: As my 8-year-old flower girl niece announced, “If there’s one thing I learned today, it’s that heels are not good for you!” I would add, by the end of the day, Spanx aren’t so great for you (or your circulation) either.
Lesson #10: Happy is wonderfully contagious.
Congrats to the soon-to-be-tan-and-relaxed newlyweds! We love you lots!
congrats to your family and especially the newlyweds!!!
and wow – bartender’s choice – that’s BOLD, lady! I haven’t ventured there since the big 2-1 ;)!
And don’t they it’s good luck when a bird targets you? So just think how doubly lucky you are after having been “christened” by both a bird and the baby!!!
🙂
Don’t think I actually tested out the bartender’s choice. I’m smarter than that!
As for luck, I’m guessing the bird just missed the bride and groom. Heck, I’ll take some luck…goodness knows I could use it.
Sounds like you had a GREAT weekend!!!
We did! Though I must say, I’m looking forward to the wedding later this month that my kids *aren’t* invited to.
Amy-
I am glad to hear you had a good time at the wedding this weekend! Please tell Jim and his lovely bride Congratulations for me. Hope to see you and the little ones real soon.
Love,
Brian
Will do. Thanks and hope to see you too!
I loved the stick, I mean sword, that Little brandished. I guess when you are closer to the ground, the darn things practically beg you to pick them up.
I can only remember a few specific moments, including your husband’s sweet toast to the newlyweds, but I agree with you – happy is contagious! Thank you for being every part of the festivities, there must be another toast in here somewhere!
Love Jean and Ken
I love it…so true. Thank YOU for planning all of the festivities. Everything was just lovely!
Love, love, love #7….that’s what having creative little boys is all about! Glad the weekend was successful. Welcome home!
Creative is one word for that little guy! Thanks.