Uncle Matt & Aunt Erin were married in April and had their reception in the Summer, partially because they thought we wouldn't be able to make it to their sealing. Both of them were as taxed as they could be (moving, school, work, pregnancy, etc.) and really had little energy or time to give to their reception. So Erin's wonderful Mom, Barbara, Mémé, Aunt Emmie, Aunt Rachie, Starla and I stepped in to help them pull off their reception in 2 weeks. Blessing and curse of being a Sheets is that you RUN with things. And when I say run I mean RUN with all the creative juices, resources and energy that you've got. It can be an intense, stressful and exhausting process. Reception planning and having Grauntie on hospice about gave me a nervous breakdown. My poor heart fluttered from all the anxiety for almost two weeks straight. BUT it got done, we had some good times in the process and it turned out beautifully. My favorites were: the late night run to Winco with Emmie and Uncle Tim being our impromptu server (quesadillas and nachos, lemon water for Alex) during one of our planning meetings, making flower bows/pins for the girls, and seeing it all come together afer hours of planning, prepping and collaborating.
We were so grateful for the family and friends that helped out the night of. It's amazing how much work it takes to pull off a big event!! Once the reception started I think I was finally able to relax and enjoy...well while still playing mom and photographer ;0) Aunt Rachie had little busy Lij as her date, Alex ran around the yard and was mesmerized by the tea lights and Uncle Tim was Brie's handsome date. Light appetizers were served along with an ice cream bar. The Creamery ice cream flavors were delectable (German Chocolate Crunch, Graham Canyon, Cherry Cordial, and LaVell Edward's Vanilla) and the variety of toppings were fun.
Have I mentioned what a gorgeous evening it was?? And Bompa and Mémé (and Uncle Matt) had worked so hard to get the yard in tip top shape. It was just lovely with the hanging flower baskets (Erin & Matt suggested hanging pictures in the trees. It added a fun and personal touch), garden and all. They make a great team with beautifying the house and yard. The weather was perfect and reminded me so much of the night of our reception. Although this this time I was glad that we weren't in line all evening and that we got to eat the food, mingle, dance and chat.
I just loved seeing you kids run around the place all dressed up and looking fancy :0) Lij, you wore a little black tux that I had gotten from the Goodwill Outlet, Alex wore a new suit coat with his "tie up shoes" and Brie and Aimee, you were in beautiful dresses that Aunt Emmie and Mémé had picked out for you. A family picture was of course in order. This one was snapped in the exact location we got pictures taken on our wedding day. Crazy, here we are a family of six.
There was music and lots of dancing throughout the evening. I really enjoyed watching Brie and Dad dance together and watching Alex and Brie was a close second. And I loved slow dancing with Dad, with our cute little hip attachment, Aimee :0)
Brie was the official flower girl, rose petals and all. She sprinkled and threw petals around while Uncle Matt & Erin danced at the end of the night. You just loved having that job and were SO excited about it :0) Everyone had pretty much left before "the wedding dance", throwing of the bouquet and cutting of the cake. But it turned out being fun to have it laid back with just family around. Erin threw her bunches of flowers inside to Rach, Em, Starla and Brie. To finish things off, Matt & Erin cut their mini cake, then Dad & I and Bompa & Mémé took turns cutting the cake. It was great! What a delightful evening and joyful occasion. We're so happy for Uncle Matt & Aunt Erin...and their baby girl due at the beginning of next year.
