Friday we headed up to State College, PA for Erin and Mike's wedding at their alma mater, Penn State. We had a long drive Friday in construction traffic, but made it in time for the rehearsal dinner. The kids did great at the church and we enjoyed a delicious italian feast.
Saturday morning after breakfast we headed outside too play. We were blessed with absolutely perfect weather- cool 70s and 80s and no humidity. The groomsmen were playing bocce ball and Carter started up a game of baseball.
Then it was time to get ready for the wedding. I have to prove to my mom that I do iron- a few time a year. Sadly I was in a hurry, so I did it while wearing the dress!
Then it was time to dress the kids. We have been so nervous about Carter wearing his tux. He fights us about wearing a polo shirt to church on Sundays! He willingly tried on the pants and coat the day before, so we were hoping for the best. All was going well until he realized how many parts it had. We got the first 4 items on and then had to hold him down for the rest. When all was said and done he had on his undershirt, socks, dress shirt, pants, vest, tie, cuff links, coat, and dress shoes. I can honestly say this is this most this kid has ever worn at one time. He screamed for a little while, but by the time we were joined his fellow ring bearer he had pulled himself together. He stayed in it for the next 12 hours!!
The kids looked so precious- Hannah, Julia, Mason, and Carter. They were so excited about the trolley that was taking us to the church. Such a special treat!
We hadn't talked to the kids much about their wedding responsibilities. We decided to wait until we were in PA to teach them at the church. Apparently somewhere along the way they learned how to do this because no explanation was necessary. They did an incredible job. Billy and I just kept looking at each other in astonishment.
Saturday morning after breakfast we headed outside too play. We were blessed with absolutely perfect weather- cool 70s and 80s and no humidity. The groomsmen were playing bocce ball and Carter started up a game of baseball.
Then it was time to get ready for the wedding. I have to prove to my mom that I do iron- a few time a year. Sadly I was in a hurry, so I did it while wearing the dress! Then it was time to dress the kids. We have been so nervous about Carter wearing his tux. He fights us about wearing a polo shirt to church on Sundays! He willingly tried on the pants and coat the day before, so we were hoping for the best. All was going well until he realized how many parts it had. We got the first 4 items on and then had to hold him down for the rest. When all was said and done he had on his undershirt, socks, dress shirt, pants, vest, tie, cuff links, coat, and dress shoes. I can honestly say this is this most this kid has ever worn at one time. He screamed for a little while, but by the time we were joined his fellow ring bearer he had pulled himself together. He stayed in it for the next 12 hours!! The kids looked so precious- Hannah, Julia, Mason, and Carter. They were so excited about the trolley that was taking us to the church. Such a special treat! We hadn't talked to the kids much about their wedding responsibilities. We decided to wait until we were in PA to teach them at the church. Apparently somewhere along the way they learned how to do this because no explanation was necessary. They did an incredible job. Billy and I just kept looking at each other in astonishment.
Mason and Carter carried their ring pillows very carefully down the aisle.
Followed by Julia nd Hannah dropping their flower petals...
They stood in the front of the church and quietly watched the entire ceremony. I love this picture of the girls praying...
The happy couple after the ceremony! Congratulations guys!!
Julia looked so precious in her dress. We are so thankful we were able to be here. We knew up until the last minute, this may not be possible for her. We are so happy the doctors were willing to rearrange her chemo schedule to facilitate our trip. We are grateful for the blood transfusion that has given her the strength to make travel possible. And we thank God for protecting her from illness throughout this process. She was a little princess....
After pictures, we headed back to the hotel for a delicious outdoor cocktail hour. The food was wonderful, the weather couldn't have been nicer, and the kids had such a great time watching the fountain and waterfall and playing in the grass. Anderson and Mimi sharing a snack...
Followed by Julia nd Hannah dropping their flower petals... They stood in the front of the church and quietly watched the entire ceremony. I love this picture of the girls praying... The happy couple after the ceremony! Congratulations guys!! Julia looked so precious in her dress. We are so thankful we were able to be here. We knew up until the last minute, this may not be possible for her. We are so happy the doctors were willing to rearrange her chemo schedule to facilitate our trip. We are grateful for the blood transfusion that has given her the strength to make travel possible. And we thank God for protecting her from illness throughout this process. She was a little princess....After pictures, we headed back to the hotel for a delicious outdoor cocktail hour. The food was wonderful, the weather couldn't have been nicer, and the kids had such a great time watching the fountain and waterfall and playing in the grass. Anderson and Mimi sharing a snack...
Grandpa and his siblings- Dan, Mike, Alice, and Joanne...
Then we headed into the ballroom for the reception. It was magical- beautiful lights and flowers.
After dinner started, Julia crawled up in my lap and said, "Please put me to bed now." It's been a long day for her. Daddy obliged and took her up to bed. Carter, however, was still going strong and danced until midnight. I don't know where this kid gets his dance moves, but he was quite a character. People kept asking if he watched a lot of music videos. I don't think they were referring to Cedarmont Kids! Last I checked they don't teach this on PBS or Noggin, I guess he was just born with moves...
Gramma and Grampa K 'won' the anniversary dance. They have been married for 59 years!! That is something to be proud of. They have 5 children, 11 grandchildren, and 4 great grand-children. Thank you for your loving example!
James was so funny playing in the water. He could not have been more excited...
Then we headed into the ballroom for the reception. It was magical- beautiful lights and flowers. After dinner started, Julia crawled up in my lap and said, "Please put me to bed now." It's been a long day for her. Daddy obliged and took her up to bed. Carter, however, was still going strong and danced until midnight. I don't know where this kid gets his dance moves, but he was quite a character. People kept asking if he watched a lot of music videos. I don't think they were referring to Cedarmont Kids! Last I checked they don't teach this on PBS or Noggin, I guess he was just born with moves... Gramma and Grampa K 'won' the anniversary dance. They have been married for 59 years!! That is something to be proud of. They have 5 children, 11 grandchildren, and 4 great grand-children. Thank you for your loving example!
Beth and Jason enjoying their 'night out' while Anderson slept...
It was a wonderful night to celebrate Erin and Mike and their amazing relationship. The food and hotel were incredible. The ceremony was touching and sweet. The kids did awesome. We had great times with our friends and family in a beautiful town. And to top off the night, we watched the PSU fireworks from the reception...
Happy Fourth of July!!!!
It was a wonderful night to celebrate Erin and Mike and their amazing relationship. The food and hotel were incredible. The ceremony was touching and sweet. The kids did awesome. We had great times with our friends and family in a beautiful town. And to top off the night, we watched the PSU fireworks from the reception... Happy Fourth of July!!!!
1 comment:
Amber - love the pictures. Julia just looks adorable.
Always sending love, prayers and hope your way.
Miss seeing you, Carter and Julia.
Love,
Mary
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