Nuptials in Life

Long time no talk!  Life has been so crazy.  I expected that after the wedding everything would calm down a bit but noooooo, I’ve been asked to do 3 different picture sessions in my free time so that has really taken up all that I was hoping to get done… posting to my blog being one of them. 

My sister’s wedding couldn’t have been more perfect.  Everything went completely as planned and even though the weather took a chilly turn on us the outside ceremony was still perfect.  Guests brought jackets and everyone was comfortable.  The entire weekend was a whirlwind because of how many organized things we had going on and the whole family was together.  That was my favorite part.  I’m upset that I don’t have many pictures but we are still waiting on everything from the photographer.  She has however posted a few as a little tease to us so I’ll show you those…

Timeless Treasures Photography

Timeless Treasures Photography

Hunting for the garter! 

A little scared ring bearer who needed some Auntie love before walking down the aisle.

First dance.

The most handsome little boy in the world! :)

Timeless Treasures Photography

Bride and bridesmaid

Timeless Treasures Photography

Here's a few pictures from their honeymoon!  The most beautiful couple ever and two of the most precious people in my life.  I love you both and couldn't be more happy and proud for both of you!
Truly a fairytale love that will most definitely last a lifetime!

 

Now, for the surprise…. Me and my wonderful man eloped three weeks ago!  Surprise, surprise, surprise!  We are so happy to be announcing this and are excited as ever to be officially husband and wife.  It does feel a little strange calling each other that and especially for me to be signing a different name, but it comes with a much anticipated happiness.  Here are a few pics that my sister was able to snap during our little ceremony.  We got everyone together at the condo we were all staying for a few hours and so we went ahead and said our vows with our children and all our family there to witness it.  Nothing fancy, nothing overly planned.  Just to the point and as meaningful and precious as my sister’s wedding was the very next day!  It all came down to eloping then when everyone was there with us and we had a preacher available so we could sort of customize what we wanted said… or… wait until his job finishes which could be Christmas and just go down to the court house to be married.  The first was what we truly wanted and so we rushed down to the court house to get a marriage license and grabbed some ‘substitute ring’ and away we went.  I couldn’t have asked for anything better or more suited for us. 
 

One of my favorite pics!  My most precious Lil Man watching over us say our vows... front and center!

Putting the rings on.

You may kiss the bride!

 

Pheeeew!  It's official!

 

 

Even though it was a little chilly outside we had to have everyone line up to blow bubbles on us as we "left".  We stayed there for the food everyone was enjoying but the kids thought this was the funnest part!  :)

Our little family... happily ever after!

Life will be slowing down soon… I’ve just got to get through the next two weeks which is more pictures and then a friend’s wedding.  This fall has just been wedding season for us and the people closest to us!  But I couldn’t be more thankful for the precious memories and blessings that we’ve all received these last few weeks. 

Funny words of wisdom from children:

“No person really decides before they grow up who they're going to marry. God decides it all way before, and you get to find out later who you're stuck with.”  Kirsten, age 10

"I think you're supposed to get shot with an arrow or something, but the rest of it isn't supposed to be so painful."  Manuel, age 8

"No one is sure why it happens, but I heard it has something to do with how you smell. That's why perfume and deodorant are so popular."  Mae, age 9

"The rules goes like this: if you kiss someone, then you should marry her and have kids with her. It's the right thing to do." Howard, age 8