The "Official" Photos

I previous mentioned that I would share photos from my little sister's wedding and thanks to the uber talented Dane Sanders, I now have just a glimpse of what he captured to show you.  It was incredibly hard for me to pick these photos without posting quite possibly the longest blog post ever written.  I do not know how she is going to put her album together.  Here are a few (okay, a little more than that) that I really feel captured the beauty of the day.

My amazing family

I love this photo with her going crazy in the front and me watching in the back.
This is our future.

My third and final Maid of Honor speech. 
I am shocked that I never repeated myself.

Sisters!

There you have it!  Thank you again Dane for allowing me to use these photos.  They were amazing!  

I know, I know.  I keep asking.  But with each day votes become more and more important to keep me in the Top 25.  If you have a second, I would REALLY appreciate it!

   

Life As We Know It: Wedding Edition

Who doesn't love a wedding?

Here is a look at my sister's incredible day through the lens of my iPhone.

It could not have been more perfect.

1. The centerpieces
2. Donuts - breakfast of champions
3. The bride getting her hair done
4. Make Up Time!

1. The Bride getting her dress on
2. My brother and I all set to go!

A few of my cute little ones

1. My silbings, spouses and parents at the reception
2. The leftover brownie pops - I probably ate entire too many of these.
3. The ring ceremony, with my Middle Man just resting right in the center.  Love that you never know what a child is going to do in a wedding

I still plan on sharing photos from the day but after speaking to the photographer, he is willing to share and I can 100% guarantee that his photos are much better than mine so you will have to wait.  Don't worry though, it will be worth it.

She is getting married!

That's right!  After the engagement, shower, and bachelorette party, my little sister's wedding day is finally here!  I am so excited for the two of them and cannot wait to spend the day (and night) celebrating.

Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. C!

I hope you all have a great weekend as well!

* photo courtesy of Dane Sanders Photography

New Week, New Shower

That's right.  One week from my 12 hour trip to San Francisco, I was attending another bridal shower.  This one was for my little sister and I was hosting it at my home with my other sister and a family friend.  This was my first opportunity to entertain at the new place so it was fun to see how the space and backyard were utilized.  I always love when family and friends come together to celebrate and this was no exception.  I am now officially done with showers and we will be moving on to the bachelorettes for both brides soon.

Love you tons J!  So happy for you and A!

The centerpieces

Me with my beautiful sisters.  The bride is the one in white.

My favorite cupcakes from Suzi Cakes.
I was SO annoyed I could not have one...who said I should give up sweets for Lent!

People socializing around the bar (champagne was flowing well)

10 years after my wedding Williams Sonoma still has the same wrapping paper.
Time to change it up people.

Baby Girl and my niece were over gift opening.  Time to draw.

All the "W" Girls.
From the left: my sister, my niece, me, my mom, my youngest sister and my sister getting married

How Did She React?

I am crazy getting ready for a fun party we are hosting tonight (photos next week!) but I thought I would share with you the updated, edited version of my sister's proposal.  This video shows her actually watching the video and her reaction.  It is so fun to watch!

Happy Saturday!

Congratulations Little Sis!

Last night my little sister got engaged!  We are over the top excited for them!  Here is the happy couple on the fourth of July.

And, if you are interested in how he proposed, here is a portion of the proposal, a little video he put together on YouTube (and if you look closely, you will see me, the three little ones, and the hubby)...

Congrats you guys!  XOXO