BFF got married 2 weeks ago. (Hooray!!!) I love her and I love her new husband - can't wait to have them round for dinner where we can introduce him to my German Potato Salad. (They're both veggie, but he's decided to start eating meat in preparation for their European honeymoon.)
It was an absolutely beautiful day, despite the threat of rain. I threw my camera at James when he arrived and charged him with picture taking, while I held onto my phone (strategically held in place under the strap of my dress - note to self: if ever buying a bridesmaid dress again, look for one with pockets!). There were 10 bridesmaids and 10 groomsmen, and close to 200 guests. It just goes to show how much everyone loves the happy couple!
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| There were picture frames hung by twine from the tree branches. |
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| She chose succulents as her "flowers." This was her bouquet. She actually MADE the bridesmaids bouquets (I'll show you mine in a little bit...) |
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| Her dad was there in spirit, although sorely missed by those who knew him |
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| The guestbook was thumbprints of fireflies. Everyone was walking around with yellow thumbs. |
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| The head table |
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| The bride & groomsmen (I have absolutely no pictures of the groom facing forward!) |
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| James and I wandered around the property and found a swing, which we swung upon. My dress was grey lace, and my shoes were mustard yellow ballet flats, which made me possibly the shortest bridesmaid. |
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| Dance par-tay!! I'm not much of a dancer, but I had to join in for "Don't Stop Believin'", which is becoming a wedding must-have. |
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| James and I taking some time out to explore the gardens. |
What is it about weddings that make people cry? Is it that you're witnessing the next part of someone's life happening right in front of your eyes? Is it all the memories you've shared with that person up until then? (And I've shared about 17 years worth of memories with her!) I have no idea, but whatever it is, I was so thankful that no one was looking at the bridesmaids and everyone was watching the bride, because I totally cried. And I'm pretty sure it wasn't the pretty kind of crying. Which is why I wore waterproof mascara.
After the ceremony, James and I caught up with friends, some older, some newer. It was an absolutely wonderful day, and we partook of the "photobooth" to commemorate it:
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| We are distinguished, don't you know? |
And, didn't I promise to show my bouquet?
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| I took it apart, planted it, and now it's the C&J Love Garden! |
So glad you were a part of it all, Jen...and a part of Carly's life, still, after all these years!!! It was a great day, and many thanks to you and James for all your help!!
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