The wedding!

How cute are my kids? We just got back from our wonderful weekend spent in Naples. We had the joy of watching Greg's Sister, Laura marry her wonderful Love, Slim! It was a blast. We started the fun with a rehearsal on Thursday night, during which the entire time the pastor prayed, Gracie said "hi" over and over! Then, we had a yummy Italian dinner and back to the hotel for some needed sleep! (By the way, I WAY recommend Embassy Suites for those with kids!) Friday morning, us girls (all the Bridesmaids) went for Pedicures and Manicures! That night, we had a fabulous time of praise and worship at their church, Summit Church (interesting side note: one the lead pastors there is Greg's roommate from college who is married to one of my roommates! So, it is always fun to go see them and participate in Summit services. This is a wonderful church with a great vision to reach people with the gospel in a missional way!) It was also fun, b/c Slim (the groom) in on the Summit Worship band and works at the church. We spent time in praise and worship and then had a time of prayer for Slim and Laura. Funny side note: Brayden was thrilled to go up and lay hands on them for prayer. Then, in the middle of my prayer (I am known to be a long "pray-er") he kept saying, "amen, mommy". SO embarrassing and hard to concentrate, so I wrapped it up quickly! Then, he wanted to pray and prayed, "Jesus, we thank you for your wove (love)" Too cute! Saturday morning, it was bright and early for a bridal breakfast where we all got mushy and shared how much we love Laura and see Jesus in her! From there, it was off to hair appointments and the church. It was such a fun wedding to participate in. I was honored to stand up for Laura and Gracie was her flowergirl with Brayden serving as ring bearer. I was a bit nervous, but the kids did great. Gracie started crying halfway down the aisle, so I just poked my head in the aisle way and bent down and she came running to me. They left the sanctuary with Nana to watch from the church foyer (thanks, Mom!) The reception afterwards was an absolute BLAST! Brayden was thrilled to go to "Aunt Laura's Party" for a little while and actually loved being introduced. Gracie however, sat on the ground crying as soon as they opened the door and introduced them. It was too funny! Laura had the foresight to actually get a sitter for the hotel, so the kids scooted up to bed and we got to stay up and PARTY!!! Check out these pics of the wonderful event !!! We love you Slim and Laura!

Grandpa and Gracie

Brayden and Grandpa

Gracie and I. . .PS: I looked better earlier in the day!

Our Beautiful Bride, Laura!!!

Uncle Slim and Gracie

Greg and I (I don't know why my eyes look quite like that? I look like I was drinking or something! Which, I was NOT!)

Greg, dancing with his breathtaking bride of a sister

Carly, Laura's best friend and Matron of Honor. She is so sweet and if she and her hubby lived here, we would be super close!

Jan and Bernie (Greg and Laura's parents) dancing. They took tons of dance lessons to prepare for this and then were hesitant to get out on the floor! They were super cute when they did, though!

Yes, everybody danced!! It was SO FUN!! Ooooh, Now you can see Laura more too. Doesn't she look gorgeous? Wait till you see their professional pics!!! A(pause)mazing!