Friday, May 18, 2012

Happy Mother's Day

I didn't mention in the previous blog..but we have had an entire week of rain and grey weather. So, when the sun came out for the wedding yesterday and for Mother's Day today.. what a blessing that was!!! Kas and Lauren (Nate's sister) had made arrangements for us to attend a Mother's Day brunch at a wonderful restaurant. Three families got together... us, the Flagg's and Lauren's in-laws. We don't have the chance to pull all these families and extended families together that often, so it seemed like the perfect opportunity.l
Because we were such a large party, we actually ended up with our own little room. That was wonderful... the breakfast was buffet and we commented later how sort of annoying it must be for the folks at the tables always having people walking back and forth to the buffet lines. This way we were tucked out of the way, had room for Abbie to move about and we could have a real visit.
I can't even begin to tell you what was on that buffet line.. actually to tell you what wasn't there would be easier. But let me say, I did make a few trips to this chocolate fountain... it had all kinds of fresh fruit and things for dipping.... yummmy!!!!!
The day was so pretty and Abbie had great fun checking out all the gardens and things...
And of course, had to do the family photo shoot!!! After brunch we checked in with my Mom and Dad. Mom had a hip replaced just a few days ago, and Dad had a slight run in with his plow and cost him 11 stitches. Both are doing well, but for my folks, are in the "slow"lane, so I wanted to be sure all was well with them... and it is..They take good care of themselves and are active people, so to be laid up like this, isn't something they are used to.

We got home later in the afternoon, and since I hadn't had Duke out in harness for a bit, decided to do that. We really need to get serious about working this summer if we are going to make that Acadia trip next fall. He was such a good boy.

I even got Sadie and Abbie to go for a little ride with me. Tatter followed behind....

Abbie sure loves hanging out at the barn. She isn't afraid of anything (which has it's good and bad points).

Just as we were finishing up at the barn, the skies grew dark and a little thunderstorm rumbled threw. It was almost hot, so the rain cooled things down a bit. At supper time when we went out to use the grill... this rainbow appeared in the sky. What a great way to end Mother's Day.... I am very, very blessed.

a wonderful wedding...

Today we attended the wedding of Marci and Chris.. Marci is the daughter of my dear friend Kim. Norton went along as well.... Marci extended a personal invitation for him.
Kassy found this wonderful bow tie and since Norton always looks like he is wearing a tux... it was just a matter of adding this finishing touch. I must say, he was a very good boy and we received many (many) compliments of "you have a dog with you". by the way, the Pastor that did the wedding ceremony also has a a NEADS ministry dog... named Sawyer.

Here's Kim... the mother of the bride. She looked so beautiful... the whole wedding was beautiful. Marci and Chris did most of it themselves, it was simple, elegant and fun. Ed and I really enjoyed ourselves...
 Marci and her Dad walking down the isle together......
Lovely ceremony....it was sweet and simple. I have been to some pretty big weddings, but I have to say, I like the small ones better.

The reception was held at the church as well. We knew many of the other guests, so we enjoyed visiting with folks that we haven't seen in a bit. The food was excellent, and (thank you Marci)... the music was kept low enough where people could actually talk. I have to say, we have left weddings and other type parties because the music was being played so loud that you couldn't hear the person next to you, or even think for that matter. It may sound silly to even mention this sort of thing, but really... it's important in my book.

Marci and Chris made the rounds and talked with each guest. It was just such a fun day.... and of course, we wish them much happiness and a long life together....