Precious Moments
I should have written this two days ago: Happy Birthday, Laura!
Today was another busy day, but I think I should write about the weekend before I forget!
Every second with my family was absolutely priceless. On Saturday, we got to spend a lot of time with Andrew, Holly, and Ella. You might be surprised to learn that I held her for quite a while. She was sleeping for most of the time, but that doesn't mean it was easy. :)
It's amazing to see the glow in Andrew and Holly's eyes as they take care of her. We were also blessed to see Ella roll over by herself for the first time! We didn't get it on film, so Andrew got the camcorder in hopes that she would repeat the feat. All she did was spit up. Oh well, better luck next time, I guess.
Grandpa Tom and Grandma Pat were nice enough to babysit so that Andrew, Holly, Jenelle, and I could go out to eat and see a movie that evening. Though we didn't do anything really exciting, I wish that I had more opportunities like this to interact with my brother and sister-in-law. I didn't notice it growing up, but Andrew taught me quite a bit about this great big world we live in, and I bet I could learn a lot more if I had the time (and we weren't so far apart). In any case, I did my best to treasure the time we did have to share, and I can't wait until they come to visit in December.
On Sunday, the wedding ceremony was certainly the quickest one I have ever attended. However, that did not cut down on the amount of joy in the room. Yolanda was overflowing with cheer and excitement with every step she took toward Ed. The vows were somewhat relaxed, but the solemnity of the event remained.
The reception was also very nice, though I think the DJ was a little bit over-the-top. He was encouraging everyone to play games and do different dances and things like that. I guess there's nothing wrong with that -- until you can't sit down without him bugging you. Heh. On the plus side, he made sure everything ran smoothly with the toasts, the cake, the first dance, and the other important parts.
So, another big congrats to Ed & Yolanda as they begin to experience the truly wonderful blessing that is marriage!
Today was another busy day, but I think I should write about the weekend before I forget!
Every second with my family was absolutely priceless. On Saturday, we got to spend a lot of time with Andrew, Holly, and Ella. You might be surprised to learn that I held her for quite a while. She was sleeping for most of the time, but that doesn't mean it was easy. :)
It's amazing to see the glow in Andrew and Holly's eyes as they take care of her. We were also blessed to see Ella roll over by herself for the first time! We didn't get it on film, so Andrew got the camcorder in hopes that she would repeat the feat. All she did was spit up. Oh well, better luck next time, I guess.
Grandpa Tom and Grandma Pat were nice enough to babysit so that Andrew, Holly, Jenelle, and I could go out to eat and see a movie that evening. Though we didn't do anything really exciting, I wish that I had more opportunities like this to interact with my brother and sister-in-law. I didn't notice it growing up, but Andrew taught me quite a bit about this great big world we live in, and I bet I could learn a lot more if I had the time (and we weren't so far apart). In any case, I did my best to treasure the time we did have to share, and I can't wait until they come to visit in December.
On Sunday, the wedding ceremony was certainly the quickest one I have ever attended. However, that did not cut down on the amount of joy in the room. Yolanda was overflowing with cheer and excitement with every step she took toward Ed. The vows were somewhat relaxed, but the solemnity of the event remained.
The reception was also very nice, though I think the DJ was a little bit over-the-top. He was encouraging everyone to play games and do different dances and things like that. I guess there's nothing wrong with that -- until you can't sit down without him bugging you. Heh. On the plus side, he made sure everything ran smoothly with the toasts, the cake, the first dance, and the other important parts.
So, another big congrats to Ed & Yolanda as they begin to experience the truly wonderful blessing that is marriage!
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