Having had plenty of time to think and reflect this week I realize how trivial some of things I had worried about were for the wedding. The wedding turned out beautiful and absolutely amazing. And to be honest, it never would have looked half as good had my Mom not done all that she had. I know I had complained before about the candy table (which in the end was huge hit and gorgeous), the cake (well now I have plenty to feed mine and Chase’s co-workers), and the idea that it was my Mom’s wedding (it was obviously not). In all, I realize now that my Mom just wanted the best and most beautiful wedding for me. And it turned out that way. So here’s to you Mom — thank you!

Hopefully we’ll have pictures of it up soon after we get back.

So yesterday was the big day. We had a beautiful garden ceremony out in the rolling hills of Bluemont, Virginia. Everything turned out wonderful. Chase’s jaw virtually dropped when he saw me being escorted down the aisle by my dad. And we both almost cried during our vows. But Dustin pulling out the ring pops when he was asked for the rings brought quite a few giggles out from our friends close enough to see. And I think everyone had a blast at the reception.

Well we’re off now to our honeymoon (layover between flights). We’ll be sure to update if we have internet access while we’re there, if not we’ll update as soon as we get back. Pictures of the island will be included.

Thanks again to all of our friends and family that came out yesterday to support us! /hugs

Wow, I can’t believe time has flown by like it has. It doesn’t feel like that it was a year and a half ago that I was searching on the Christmas tree for something sweet and identifying all of the candy look-alike ornaments except the one I was supposed to. Nor does any of this feel real. I don’t know if it just hasn’t settled in. I still feel like the little girl saying someday I’ll be married. But that someday is coming up soon. A lot of friends and family have asked if I’m getting nervous or anxious, or even if I’m getting cold feet. I can’t say that I am; I suppose I’m just odd like that.

On other news wedding related:

• Half of the ribbon tied to the bubbles, bought the other half of the ribbon.
• Getting the finalized music list so we can finish designing the programs.
• Have an awesome idea of how to give the programs and fans (thanks Dustin for the help).
• Everything’s booked. Everyone’s measured. Everything fits (we assume the tuxes will, won’t know until 2 days before).
• Packets have been prepared for out of town guests, just need to be mailed.

I think we’re just about done with everything that we need to be.