When I got the invite, I was floored. I envisioned myself and my husband all dressed up in our cocktail attire stepping into the clean fresh smelling car by ourselves, relaxing as we mingled and chatted with people. A time to soak in the last rays of the sun and enjoy a meal together.
Alas, that is not the case. And I am sure if you are as busy as we are in the summer time, it is far from reality! What I had envisioned might have happened about 5 and a half years ago, but not the case today.
Today my reality consists of:
Jumping in the shower while naps are being taken, trying to get my hair and make up to look half way decent. Stopping at my sister’s to get some of her cocktail attire, because not only have I not had time to shop, I need her help telling me what is in style! Rushing the kids in the mini-van with pizza in hand, praying that nothing spills on my dress because it is the ONLY thing I have. Thanking my good friend Sarah for watching my kids for 2 hours and whizzing off to the event with a good friend because my husband has to work.
And to be honest, I love my reality because I know it will be gone in no time. I will want the tugging at my dress, kisses at the door, and long good night stories about all the pretty ladies in their dresses. So these days I will take great wedding events even if they get me out of the door for 2 hours and back home to the little people I love most.
You ARE the BEST, and we have been BLESSED to have you for our wedding! Good Luck!
Congrats Karen!! You deserve it, you are the BEST!
What a beautiful post!