happily ever after

she found her person.

the road was long.

there were heartbreaks and obstacles,

which she faced and conquered 

with courage and grace.

but the road led her to her independence

and eventually to the love of her life.

last weekend was a celebration of that journey.

i love you, chels and jake.

i am so happy you have found each other.

the weekend was filled with love (and awkward prom poses),

thoughtful details,

new cousins,

champagne toasts and updo's,

big brides and little brides 

(in a dress made from my mom's wedding dress),

dance parties,

new friendships,

old traditions,

and new ones, too.

congratulations, jake, choo & addy!

happy four-day wedding anniversary.

xoxox