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Weddings are such a beautiful way to join two completely unrelated families together. Rather than have the two families meet at the rehearsal and wedding, Jim's family hosted an engagement party for the couple so the families could meet early.
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| Dad and Jim catching up. |
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| Pops- my dad-in-law. |
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| My mom-in-law keeping an eye on Addie. |
It was wonderful seeing Ernest and Nancy again (I just love them!) and meeting Jim's sister Kathy (I felt like I had known her forever!). At our last visit with Ernest and Nancy, I was just in awe of their landscaping. Ernest brought me two plants that I had fallen in love with. I will try to make you proud, Ernest!
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| Our dear Ernest/ |
I think Addie stole a few hearts. She had been able to sleep for about 45 minutes in the car, so she was in a great mood when we arrived. And Ernest and Nancy finally got to meet their Addie Girl.
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| Having a conversation with Kathy using a napkin and Elmo as phones. |
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| Getting a kiss from Mr. Ernest. |
Jim's step-brothers held and hosted the event, and everyone made us all feel very welcomed. Their home and property were absolutely breathtaking.
Jim and Faye were able to practice a few important moments in preparation for the big day such as
smiling continuously
cake cutting
feeding each other
taking pictures with each other
and with family
and with guests
opening gifts
It was a wonderful afternoon spent with wonderful people. In a few weeks, we will get to see Ernest and Nancy again for the shower (I am shopping today with my cousin Lisa for it) and the wedding will not be far behind. Such exciting times ahead!
You took some great pictures!!!! I hope you were in at least one with Faye and Jim!!!! Faye looks wonderful and so very happy!!! Can't wait to see both you and Faye! I know I keep saying that but I feel like a little kid!!!!
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What a great time you had!! This is all so exciting!!!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a blast Suzette! What a great idea to have a party where the two families could meet. I'm sure that will make the wedding all the more enjoyable! Oh, and the yard where it was held! Gorgeous. I could just take a dip in that pool right now :-) Your blog is looking so fresh and summery girl! Good job!
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