The Loftis family and pastor at rehersal dinner
Ben, shooting hoops - trying out the tux - blue crocks ROCK!
Miss Kate (aka "the flower girl") getting her toes done
Wendi and Jon, practicing the "I do's" We were all very excited when May 7th finally rolled around on the calendar this month - Aunt Wendi and Jon's wedding (soon to make him "Uncle Jon"). For the past year we have waited with much anticipation for this event, and an amazing time it was!! Ben's tuxedo fitting was the first task on the list. After a few minor adjustments, new pants and new shoes - he was ready to go - after shooting a few hoops! Friday, the guys spent the day on the golf course, the ladies at the nail salon, and then off to the hotel we went. Kate and Ben were so pumped about staying the weekend at the "E" hotel (as Ben calls the Embassy Suites), getting to swim, run around, and spend time with cousins, family and friends. The rehearsal went smoothly, and dinner at the "Upstream" was delicious! Rod (Jon's Dad) toasted the couple, thanked everyone for coming, but mostly, reflected beautifully on what it was like to have Wendi officially join their family, and how important the sacrament of marriage is.
The wedding day was perfect, Wendi and Jon looked amazing - and we all had SO MUCH FUN!!! Why is it that during the 1+years of planning, detailing of events, trying on dresses, shopping for shoes, ties, accessories, attending bridal showers, etc.,. time often seems to be going so slow???? That when the big day arrives, it seems to FLY BY and I find myself trying to savor each and every moment so preciously!!!
My sister Nicki & I had decided to write the toast together, but that I would read it. Well, I started out pretty good with thanking everyone for coming, some humorous moments about Wendi growing up (the different ways that we all know & love her), and then I found myself getting a bit choked up -- shoot!! I hate when that happens.....BUT, Nicki saved me, grabbed the microphone and finished it up, with what I think is the perfect close to this post......
As Song of Songs 3:4 says ….”I have found the one whom my soul loves”….and as all of you know, Wendi has found this in Jon. This passage exemplifies everything that their relationship stands for. We are so very excited to be officially welcoming Jon into our family. May each day of your lives and your love, be a celebration of God’s wonderful plan for you both – we love you & wish the very best to both of you!!
Thanks for hosting such an amazing weekend and celebration of your love!!! It was one that we all will remember forever!!
XOXOXOX --- Keri
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