a tale of two weddings

as posted just a few moments ago i journeyed home to see my dear friend courtney get married. she was getting married on the same day as my brother-in-law got married. this made it convinient because we only had to make one trip home, but josh and i had to go our separate ways because they were only half an hour apart.
after the 18 hour car trip i had enough time to beautify myself and take swipes with me to the rehearsal. this was pretty uneventful, just like all the other rehearsal that i've done. we had a very nice meal at the trails where courtney showered everyone with prezzies. i got flip-flops and lip gloss, a little massager and beautiful earrings (i was told by courtney's neice that i should wear these to the wedding the next day).

courtney told us to be at the church at noon for pictures. to me this meant be ready and here at noon. catherine and i had to go to the mall for some last minute things, so we were running a little late. i thought it would be terrible to be both late and wearing jeans, so catherine helped me into my dress while i drove down the highway. we arrived at 12:10 and went into the church to discover- no one else was ready! i couldn't believe it. oh well, i guess that just meant i was able to help with other things.

courtney's dress was beautiful and she looked lovely in it. i'll post some pictures when i get my film from catherine. the bridal party was in light brown and we carried orange roses (they smelled heavenly). other than me "booking it" down the aisle and some of the flower girls losing a few buds the ceremony didn't have any mishaps. i did a good job fluffing courtney's train, although i wasn't sure if i should do it while we were supposed to be praying, hopefully it still looks good in the pics.

we got to drive around in a hummer limo before the reception. courtney had pretty branch and leaf candle holders for center pieces and leaf cookie cutter for favors. she managed to have a very simple yet elegant affair and look fabulous during the whole thing.

josh will have to write about his brother's wedding, including his musical toast.