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10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 39

10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 39

November 5, 2011 by Amy, Using Our Words 10 Comments

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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!

 

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Comments

  1. Jodie Hoffman says

    November 6, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    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!!!
    🙂

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    • Amy, Using Our Words says

      November 7, 2011 at 11:32 am

      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.

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  2. Amy Nelson says

    November 7, 2011 at 9:01 am

    Sounds like you had a GREAT weekend!!!

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    • Amy, Using Our Words says

      November 7, 2011 at 11:34 am

      We did! Though I must say, I’m looking forward to the wedding later this month that my kids *aren’t* invited to.

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  3. Brian Sneed says

    November 7, 2011 at 1:08 pm

    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

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    • Amy, Using Our Words says

      November 9, 2011 at 11:50 pm

      Will do. Thanks and hope to see you too!

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  4. Grandma and Grandpa H says

    November 7, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    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

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    • Amy, Using Our Words says

      November 9, 2011 at 11:51 pm

      I love it…so true. Thank YOU for planning all of the festivities. Everything was just lovely!

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  5. Linda says

    November 8, 2011 at 8:03 am

    Love, love, love #7….that’s what having creative little boys is all about! Glad the weekend was successful. Welcome home!

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    • Amy, Using Our Words says

      November 9, 2011 at 11:52 pm

      Creative is one word for that little guy! Thanks.

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