I guess not is a good of time as any to blog about the wedding now that I'm back to work and have a few minutes. It seems like lately work is where I go to get away from being so busy with the wedding. I really am relieved that it's all over now and I can relax.
The wedding went beautifully. I'm so glad everyone came espically on a holiday weekend. Steve and I had a blast and it looked like most everyone else did as well. I can't wait to get my pics back from the photographer, who did an awesome job might I add. I highly recommend Jim to anyone who has photographic needs for weddings, senior pics or even family pics. You can find him at www.affordablereflections.com.
The day before the wedding was a busy one. Sue came over and we went to get our nails done. The pedicure was awesome and the massage chairs were a much welcomed bonus. I'm glad I listened to Tiff and Megan and didn't skip that to save a few bucks. After getting out nails done Sue and I arranged centerpieces for the reception. I had ordered some really nice gel beach candles but they messed up my order so I was stuck doing last minute changes to my plans. I bought some bud vases at Michael's and we filled them with these little blue gel ball thingies and put dasies in them. We had just enough time to complete these and head to rehersal. It was actually kinda fun and I was glad to finally get everyone together. One thing did ruin the expierence for me (and Steve) though. His mom handed him a gift and insisted he open it right there infron of everyone including my mom, 2 kids and his dad and step mom. Steve said he'd open it later but she insisted. Any guesses what it was? A blow up doll. Yes, I'm serious.
The day of the wedding we got up and the weather was beautiful! The day went by so fast I don't even really remember all that happened but I will recall what I can. Mark arrived to do our hair then Nancy arrived. When Jeff got there he and Steve took off. Jen, Sam, Chase and Sue showed up and we got ready. When Jim came we took some pics and the limo arrived around 1:15. I was sooo nervous. I was shaking and sweating and felt cold at the same time. It was very odd. Once we got in the limo I was just excited. Before I knew it I was walking down the isle. I walked down with Chase, he looked so stinkin' handsome in his little white tux. Then I started crying about half way though my vows. Apparently from what I haear, I had pretty much everybody crying.
After the ceremony, we headed to Heritage Park for pics then to the reception. The reception was a blast, I think pretty much everyone had a great time, except Steve's mom. I don't even fell like getting in to all that but I'll just say that about half the people she put in RSVP's for didn't show... eventhough their meals were paid for and she left around 9:30.
Crystal Gardens totally pissed me off when we arrived though. As soon as we got in there and sat down they shoved a microphone in Rick's face for the toast. We had just arrived and they didnt even bring us anything to toast with before giving him the mic. I was pretty pissed and made sure the mgr heard me say "well, that a moment we're not going to get back." Then Sam did her toast and Rick said grace, then I thanked everyone for coming and we ate.
The reception was really fun. My only complaint was that the drinks sucked and the bartender had no personality. The drinks were in tiny glasses, maybe 12 ounces and had very little liquor in them. Those who drank beer or wine seemed to be doing well though ;o)
I danced pretty much all night and once the alcohol started setting in I finally got some company on the dance floor. We got some pretty good video of everyone dancing too. Jeff, you little devil, I didn't know you could dance like that! Dan was rather entertaining too in his own way even after he spilled a beer down my bridesmaid, Nikki's dress! It was a complete accident though.
I have a few wedding pics up and I will get more, but I need to fix the red eye in most of them because of the weird lighting in there. I guess I'll have to write a honeymon blog too, but I don't feel like it right now so just go look at the pics and leave some comments!
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