Two More Pictures of the Wedding

Facebook is so cool - if you really know how to use it and I don't! I have found some absolutely great pictures posted there by friends of Molly and Doug that I did not have on my camera. This lovely black and white shot of the newlyweds dancing is taken by the same fellow who took the picture of them by the fountain in the previous post. I did take the one of the three girls.

I was lamenting the fact that I did not have one of our entire family on my Sony and, lo and behold, here is one taken by a girlfriend of Molly's and it is good of all. Norah and Chad, my daughter, Sherry, daughter-in-law Ann and my son Bill, Molly in front, Doug, Hannah, Barclay, my son-in-law and the old hag. Fine picture of us. And just a little item of interest or maybe not - I had my first pedicure with all the rest of the girls and it was pretty darned nice! Only took almost 82 years old to get one!

I am getting back on track now after sleeping late a couple of mornings and having a really long nap yesterday afternoon. Actually am getting the little teacup wallhanging ready to quilt so will be back in quilting mode again. Not sure whether these will enlarge but you can give it a try.

My Newest Grandson and His Wife

On Saturday, I acquired a second new grandson when Molly and Doug were married in Portland, Oregon, at a beautiful wedding held at the Cheatham Hall in the World Forestry Center. A good time was had by everyone attending the ceremony and the reception was under the huge tent outside where little white lights twinkled when darkness fell. There was a band that Doug's uncle and his cousin had and they were really good. Doug is from a large family and probably the lion's share of the guests were family. Quite a few little ones there plus his three young nephews were in the wedding party. Henry and Dawson were ring bearers and candle lighters and the older boy was an usher. Doug's sister officiated at the ceremony. You can see Christine, his sister, in the picture below when you enlarge it along with two of her boys that were in the party, her husband to the right, and Doug's brother to the left.Here is the beautiful bride, Molly, with her maid and matron of honor, Hannah and Norah. Gosh, I adore these three girls! Molly just glowed. And her dress was just so beautiful - a heavy lace and I don't know what it is called. Maybe someone can tell me. The little one did the hair. Weather in Portland turned hot about Wednesday and the wedding was Saturday and still hot. However, they have very low humidity so that makes such a difference. All in all, what a fun time we all had. I have been draggy today but will bounce back to being a little less draggy, my usual condition.

Hannah on Friday found out that she would be receiving the invitation for the Peace Corps for sure. Today, the UPS brought her package and she will be going to Mozambique, Africa, the end of September. It is such a relief for her to know for sure - it's been quite a long time coming. It's bittersweet, but I am absolutely so happy for her. How I wish when I was a young woman we had had the choices the girls do now, but I am in no way unhappy about my life as I have lived it.

Have lots of blogs to catch up on and will be doing that a bit at a time. Hope all is well with all of you! (Click to enlarge)

About Ready to Go

Molly and Doug! Next Saturday, August 14, they will be married in Portland, OR, and we will all be there. Those of us here will leave in the morning and the rest of the family will leave on Wednesday from Chicago and from Kansas City. We are all ready to celebrate this wonderful occasion and to welcome Doug into our family - as Molly will be welcomed into his. You can be sure I will have a couple of pictures to post when I return.

How do you like my luggage tag? Before I got this from a friend of mine who is in quilt guild, I relied on the hot pink yarn doodad that I tied on the handle. Thanks, Stephanie, I love it! Now, between the two pieces, you can spot my suitcase as soon as it gets on the turntable.

Just about packed! See you next week.

What a Wonderful Weekend

What a gorgeous weekend we had for Norah and Chad's wedding! You could not have ordered more perfect weather for such a happy event - something so special to look back upon and remember all the lovely moments, laughs, love, and all that is so special when you are with those you love the most. The bed and breakfast where we stayed and where the ceremony took place on the verandah was really just the perfect spot. The picture above is my daughter taking pictures on the ferry going over to Mackinac Island.

Norah's dress was beautiful - and the little pearl flowers in her hair perfect. What a beautiful couple.

The wedding party - my three granddaughters, my new grandson, his very pretty sister (best girl) and his best friend. I think they are a handsome group!

Will post a couple of family pictures later, but wanted to get this up for you to see. Bill and Ann just left to go back to KC so now I will get the laundry done and back into my routine which I was so happy to be away from for a while. What a good time! (The last picture is great when you click to enlarge)

The Upcoming Weekend

Usually, I consider myself pretty calm at what I do especially when I am using my dear old Bernina. However, shortening pants can sometimes be a pain in the posterior especially if they are jerseylike. Slip and slide - that's what that fabric does and anymore things like that drive me bonkers. So, it was time for a break and some ice cream and then I will get back to the task refreshed - I hope.

The said pants are for the outfit I bought to wear this upcoming weekend. Friday morning, we will be on our way to Mackinac Island, the entire family from all directions, to celebrate the wedding of Norah and Chad on Saturday, September 5th. Also there to join in the fun will be Chad's mom and her husband, his sister and her boyfriend and two couples who are best friends. We will all be staying in the same place and tomorrow evening my daughter and her husband are hosting a pizza party in the parlor at the hotel. So looking forward to this happy occasion....which

is the day after Ray's and my 60th anniversary. I wish them so much happiness as they start out on this wonderful, though occasionally bumpy, road of married life. Bless you both!

Now back to the unfinished task of shortening the darned pants!! (Click to enlarge)