It's the morning after in Big Rapids, where Scott and Rayna were married last evening. The whole 'weekend' (what do you call a midweek span of two days?) was great; family came from all over on Wednesday for an open-to-all rehearsal dinner that featured a pasta buffet which was, I don't think I'm exaggerating, the most glorious thing ever. Then we headed back to the hotel for a great, social after party that lasted well into the evening.
Yesterday, aka The Big Day, the younger generation started the day with breakfast together and then headed off for two games of bowling before the groomsmen had to be off to start getting ready. The ceremony was very nice - especially the minister's message. Bridesmaids were beautiful and groomsmen handsome, to say nothing of the bride and groom themselves. After the standard post-wedding photo op (which is now a spectator sport) everybody gathered at the reception for dinner, dancing, and a chance to talk with afore-mentioned family members. A real highlight was spending some time with Jennifer... a first for Jenelle and I. (We also met, in the flurry of bridal activity, Rayna. Luckily, Scott and Rayna live relatively close to A2 and we'll get to see them again soon.) It got late really fast, and we said goodbyes all around and were off.
Today is a gap day of sorts. We're off to A2 and Belleville and Livonia and South Lyon, but really it is the day between our UP/wedding trip and our Cleveland New Year's trip. We've got cookies, curds, and coca-cola so what else could you possibly want or need for a day around the state?
Friday, December 30, 2005