Maggie and Sam's Wedding

Happy one-month-and-one-day-iversary, Sam and Maggie!  In honor of this special day, I figured I would finish my final post about Maggie and Sam's wedding.  The bridesmaids met at 9 am at this cute little house across the street from Eastside, the church the bride and groom were getting married in.  We spent the morning getting our hair done, doing our makeup, eating, and hanging out.  With all of the babies in the house, it was not without a few stressful moments, but we made it.  The little girls were such troopers, though.

Maggie was pretty relaxed all morning.  She drank coffee, played with the babies, and read her Bible.  I think everything hit her when we got into our dresses and she got into hers.  We made a circle and each girl said a prayer over Maggie and Sam's marriage.  There was seriously no dry eye in the room.  I think even the photographer may have gotten a little teary.

One of my favorite pictures from that day. My sweet niece Laney.

So blessed to have this girl as my sis-in-love

Laney pulling up on the gate.

Maggie writing a note that morning.

GWU fan!

Laney loved Jennifer that day. It's definitely a mommy thing ;)

Maggie somehow found herself here while we were getting ready.

Trying to even out the dresses

Look at that sweet face by Lilly.

After the prayer, we went over to the church.  We didn't have to wait long before the ceremony started. The music played and all of the bridesmaids walked in, then they shut the sanctuary doors.  One of my favorite things about weddings is watching the groom's face when he first sees his bride.  It was going to be even more emotional since Maggie and Sam didn't do a first look.  The doors opened.  The spotlight hit Maggie.  Tears started streaming down Sam's face.  I got choked up seeing the emotion and love he felt towards his bride, walking in white, towards him and the rest of their lives.  What an unforgettable moment for all of us there.  The rest of the wedding ceremony was as beautiful as that moment.  Their personal vows were filled with humor, love, and Braves references from both the bride and the groom.  Finally, they were husband and wife.

The reception was held at South Brunswick Island Center.  Maggie and her friends and family did a wonderful job decorating the place.  We had some amazing food, socialized with family and friends, and just celebrated Maggie and Sam's marriage.

Maggie and Sam, there is no doubt in my mind that your marriage is ordained by God.  You two can do so much for His kingdom as a team. I cannot wait to see what is in store for your future.  Love you both so much!

With my love.

First dance

Father-daughter dance.

Sweet picture of Maggie watching Sam and Gail dance.

D'Agnese sisters dancing

Laney got a dance with Uncle B before I did.

Yogi with Margaret

Yogi and Gail have some sweet dance moves

Love Ms. Susie and her strength

Last Day as Fiancés

The day before Sam and Maggie's wedding had finally arrived.  I'm sure it couldn't come soon enough for them.  Maggie wanted to thank all of the ladies that had been involved in her engagement process so she hosted a bridesmaid luncheon.  All of the details were so sweet.  I loved the lanterns and sparking drinks with red and white striped straws.  Not to mention the silver glitter ribbon.  So Maggie.

While we were there, she gave us our amazing bridesmaids gifts.  We each got a red velour zip hoodie with our monogram embroidered in white (to be worn while getting ready on the wedding day), a cute monogram bag, and some bling earrings.  She also gave the flower girls some adorable white bloomers with their red monogram and a headband.

Place settings

Our bridesmaids gifts

My sisters-in-love

With the bride

My sisters

How adorable is Laney?

We had the rehearsal that night followed by the rehearsal dinner.  The rehearsal dinner was fantastic.  Yogi and Gail have a knack for picking out amazing rehearsal dinner locations and food. It was great to see some of Brett's friends and catch up with them.  Seeing Brett's extended family is always a plus too.  I have been so blessed to marry into a family that is welcoming and warm, and one that I fit into easily.

After the rehearsal dinner, Brett and I went over to Ms. Susie's to hang out with the Sellers, Peanut, and Sam.  These guys are a hoot to be around.  Thankful we could fill Ms. Susie's house with joy and laughter.

Stay tuned for pictures from Sam and Maggie's wedding day!

Ms. Susie with Laney

Beautiful bride and bridesmaid

Maggie looked so beautiful!

She definitely looks like her daddy.

Siblings minus Hoss. Such a great group of people.

Last night as an engaged couple

Some of the Fab 5

Cherish this couple and their friendship.

Love.

Christmas: Part 2

One of the great things about being married is that the Christmas celebration lasts longer than one day.  On December 26th, we headed back to Brett's parents' to celebrate Christmas with them, Will, Laura, Laney, Sam, and Maggie.  Maggie and Sam were getting married in two days, so we figured it was the best time to celebrate as a whole family.

I cannot imagine what Christmases are going to be like with more than one grandchild (whenever that comes) because Laney was SPOILED this Christmas.  I have to admit, I had a lot of fun buying some cute GWU gear and winter outfits for her.  Yogi and Gail obviously enjoyed the shopping too. Sam and Maggie got her a little lady bug pillow, which Laney really liked.

We are blessed.

Uncle B and Laney

Sweet girl

Laney's new-found scrunchy nose.

Laney and Pops

Almost married in this picture!

We love our niece.

Scrunchy nose!

After the wedding, which I'll get to soon with my blog posts, I was able to see Megan and Kyle before they headed back to Connecticut.  We met at Moore Street, which is this little coffee place in beautiful Southport.  They have some amazing coffee.  I really enjoy spending time with my sweet bestie...who is now my cousin!

We gave Brett his birthday gift a little early so he could enjoy it while we had a few down days before traveling.  He found an app that will let you draw football plays and then animate them.  We couldn't get his attention for a few hours.  Such a coach.

And the last couple of pictures were before we left.  I had to put them up here because my niece is so precious.

Perfecting the scrunchy face.

One of my favorites.

Precious family