[philomena83]

I haven't been on for a few days (so glad to be back) because I hosted my sister's wedding reception at my home. There were 24 people total, so it was a pretty small wedding. I can't believe everything turned out so well...it was a total disaster at the beginning though. My DH had set everything up the night before, canopies, tables, buffet tables, EVERYTHING!!
I hired two girls, age 13, that were to come to the house and set all the tables and get everything ready...well, the wind blew everything down, all the canopies, tables, again EVERYTHING!!! I walked into the house before the guests arrived and the two girls were standing amidst the most horrifying wreckage I had ever seen! I started crying because I was convinced my sister's wedding was just ruined! The ceremony was at the church, and DH and I were to go home and prepare all the last minute things.
I don't remember what was going through my mind when I saw everything destroyed, I just remember doing things. My mouth was moving, hands working, feet running, but I don't remember anything at all. And somehow everything worked. We moved every piece of furniture in the living room out into the garage and set all the tables up inside. I somehow found room for the drinks and appetizers, and then people were allowed inside. After all was said and done, I can't believe how well it turned out. Everything was beautiful, and my sister and her new husband are so happy.
I just wanted to share my thoughts with you all, and I will post some pics as soon as I get them!
Glad to be back!!

[TigerGirl1226]

Your sister is lucky that you are able to think on your toes!!! Glad it all worked out.

[itsbelong]

That's terrific! What a wonderful sister you are to have done that- but

[lochelle]

what a wonderful story..so glad things worked out in the end!

[mikeswife]

You are so sweet I wish my sis was a little more like you. Good save

[NJMom]

Your sister is lucky to have you! Sounds like it turned out well!!

[mrslukebrown]

that sound awesome! sounds like you really pulled it together for a really spectacular time! <3

[therbel]

Cant wait to see pics!!!!

[philomena83]

Ok this is Steph my beautiful sister



This is Steph and her new husband Justin

I can't believe she is now a married woman!

[Kmchamplin]

Your sister is beautiful! I love the first pic!

[therbel]

Originally Posted by Kmchamplin

Your sister is beautiful! I love the first pic!

ME too!!!

[philomena83]

I will add some more of the reception as soon as I get them.

[philomena83]

Here is my daughter and my husband.

[Drea]

Oh my gosh what lovely pics....your sister made a beautiful bride...and I really like the one with your daughter and her daddy...very cute

[mrslukebrown]

lovely pics <3

[OliviasMom]

Great pics! Glad it all worked out in the end!

[winnross]

What a beautiful family you have and your SISTER is beautiful too~! Thanks for sharing! I cry everytime i see wedding pictures even when i do not know them as it is such a special time in someones life and all the feeling of love!!! Awww man...i need the kleenex now! Congrats!

[TigerGirl1226]

She is a beautiful bride.

[staviles]

What great pictures and you are such an awesome sister to have done this for her, for me, there is noone in this world, save DH, who I trust more or talk to more than my sister, so I understand what a great bond that is!! So great that you were fast on your feet as well!!

[dontbreakme]

She looked very beautiful! Thanks for sharing the pics! Your DD is a cutie pie!

[Faith]

What wonderful pictures! And I agree, your sister made a beautiful bride and that first picture is just fantastic.

You're very lucky to have each other. I remember when my 'little' sister got married. I cried like a baby too.

[LisaArbo]

What a beautiful bride your sister was! You know, the first time I looked at the picture I thought she reminds me Natalie Portman (the actress).

Beautiful pics! Thanks for sharing!