Dates are so important in a marriage, and I mean going out with your signifant other , away from kids, duties etc....Just you and them reconnecting. We have been so preoccupied that we’ve
neglected to have some “fun” time as a couple; something our marriage
needed.
Our friends Kim and Raul were married last Saturday, and we
were able to be a part of this blessed ceremony. Kim looked ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING as she
walked to meet Raul. I loved her dress, her hair. She was radiant. She was overwhelmed
with emotion, and I could not stop the flow of my own tears as I watched
her.
Raul and Kim are perfect for each
other. They truly belong together. I could not be happier for them. They are active, fun-loving, positive,
energetic, and amazing people. They are a part of our runners’ group. We have
traveled to Napa Valley, Arizona, and Florida with them. Like me, they are picture whores, and
as expected, pictures were a common theme in their wedding.
A slide show was on multiple screens, and I didn’t realize how many
events we did with them. We were in so
many of their photos.
The wedding was absolutely elegant. It was probably one of the most beautiful yet fun weddings I
have ever been to. Yes, I put in an advance
request in with Kim for seating assignments. We started a dialogue on Facebook with
some other guests about who we wanted at our table. Kim made the hilarious comment, “my wedding
is not Ragnar van assignments.” I couldn’t help but laugh. She did well though and sat us all at the same
table. These people are such a fun
group, and I cherish all the races we did together…..so many wonderful memories
that have not been lost because of the thousands of photos we took. Kim and Raul had a photo booth at their wedding, and let's just say I visited that booth quite frequently. I also danced and danced while Lance watched and watched.
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| Nicole, Boobs, GG, and me |
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| Lance looks like a giant |
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| beautiful, sexy Olga |
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| This table ROCKS! |
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| The Wades and the Cardenas |
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| Our running group....yeah, let's schedule another race! |
Being at their wedding and listening to their vows made me
feel sentimental inside. I held Lance’s hand during the ceremony, and we would
periodically look at each other with loving confirmation of how wonderful marriage is...The
perfect date for couples is to go to a wedding because it reaffirms the beauty of marriage and
love. Kim and Raul had a wine “time
capsule”. I’m not sure what you call it,
but they placed a bottle of wine, two glasses, and a love letter to each other in
a box that they would open on their one-year anniversary. In fact, at every
anniversary, they would put a new wine bottle and new letters. It would be a tradition. I just fell in love with the idea and so did
Lance. Yes, we are a little late but we
are going to make our own wine box time capsule. Additionally, after the beautiful couple
exchanged vows, the officiant asked the guests to make a vow and commitment to
Kim and Raul that we would support their marriage and would always be there for
them. I absolutely loved that idea
to.
I’m so happy for Mr. and Mrs. Cardenas. Marriage is a beautiful thing. It truly is....
Lance stayed home this weekend, and on Sunday, we were able
to celebrate Mother’s Day with him. We
went to an Indian food brunch. I love
the food, and I was uncertain as to how the kids would react to the food, but
they also loved it. I still cannot
believe that we will be in India in six months.
Lance bought me some diamond earrings, a selfie stick, and a
Navy shirt. It was all such perfect
gifts, but the most cherished gift was just being with him and my
children. We went to Gisler again. I
practiced softball with Mia. The boys played basketball while Buddy and Bella
ran freely.
It was a perfect weekend that reminded me how blessed I am.
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