On Thursday "G" Momma got to town for Auntie "M's" wedding and we went over to my parent's house for dinner. I managed to remember my camera and tried to get a picture with both Grandmas and Reed. Grandpa was trying to get everyone to look at the camera and hysterical laughing by all parties ensued.
On Friday Uncle Kyle, Aunt Kari, and Annaliese arrived for the weekend festivities. Since Kyle was officiating the wedding ceremony and I was a bridesmaid we decided to have them stay with us for the weekend knowing we would be gone both nights late and in need of babysitters. It didn't take long for the two to warm up to each other and by the time we left for the rehearsal they were running around the house holding hands.
Auntie "C" and Tio came over to watch the kids on Friday night. I knew they would do fine but was worried Reed might have a hard time seeing two of his favorite people give someone else attention. The kids did great, we even got a few text updates of the fun that was happening back home. As an added bonus "C" and Tio each got to change their first diapers (#1s not #2s thank goodness) - Annaliese may have had to tell Tio hers was on wrong though!!!
I was gone all day Saturday being a pampered bridesmaid but the Kiddos once again had a great time together, including a visit from Grandma, Grandpa, and "G" Momma.
Between four Grandparents living close by and Reed's allergies we have never had anyone else stay with him. I was a little concerned when I realized that they would all be at the wedding as would all the rest of our immediate family, several friends, and some trusted co-workers, not to mention I wouldn't be there when the sitter arrived to go over Reed's medicines, etc. Luckily we quickly realized we could ask our close friends Michael and Megan to watch the kids. Reed adores them, they are both great with kids, and we trust them completely - thankfully they were available. This meant I could enjoy the wedding without worry, THANK GOODNESS!!!
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| Jon managed to get a quick picture of Megan and the kids before heading off |
When Auntie "M" asked me to be in her wedding I was so touched. She is like a Sister to me, we grew up on neighboring ranches, are co-workers, and are lucky enough to be great friends. The last time I was pregnant I was a bridesmaid in Auntie "C" and Tio's wedding and have always thought of how special it was that Reed got to be a part of their celebration. I was so worried to tell Auntie "M" that I was going to be uber-pregnant for her Big Day, but she felt the exact same way and hasn't stopped talking about how special it is that the baby will have been part of the celebration. In all honesty she was one of the most beautiful brides I have ever seen!!
Now is when my camera failures come into play. I took a few getting ready shots so you can see just how beautiful "M" looked, but aside from that I don't have any of Hunky Kevin, the wedding itself, or even the reception. It was such a perfect day and I know the photographer captured so many moments, I just don't have any of those pics to share here!!! I also failed to take out my camera the next day when we went to Visalia to spend time with family, specifically Great Papa Ken and Blingy (it was her Birthday) - bad Mommy, bad Blogger!!!
This was the sixth wedding I attended while pregnant and while I have to admit I'm glad I don't have to squeeze into anymore dresses or wrap anymore gifts, it is so great to have so many people celebrating life and love around you as you grow and nurture a new little life of your own!!!
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