Wedding & Father's Day

One of my great friends from high school got married this weekend, and I was excited to be able to go and participate. A 5 hour drive is much better than an expensive plane ticket, that's for sure. She's been engaged for a year plus, and it finally happened! Shellie is one of the sweetest girls I know. We went to different elementary schools, but met up in high school and became great friends. We cheered together and had so much fun. I loved being a base when she was a flyer because she weighs about 5 pounds. Interestingly enough, she now works for Deloitte in Dallas so James will see her (and her husband who also works there) around the office, and we'll be able to hang out whenever we want!

Shellie was such a beautiful bride! She was married in St. Anne's church, and there was a very nice mass service that reminded me of my school days at Kelly High School. We went to the reception afterward and got to visit with some school friends who I haven't seen in awhile. James met several of these people at our reception in Beaumont almost 2 years ago, but of course it's hard to remember when you meet so many people. This time we had quality time to catch up and visit. Here are a few wonderful friends.

Emily, Dominique (her baby Landon), and Kathleen

Sunday was Father's Day, so we had to have salmon in puff pastry for dinner and plenty of fruit and veggies. My dad works so hard in all of his responsibilities and is still the best dad I could ask for. Growing up, I didn't know how stressful his job and callings really were because he never showed it. I also think my mom had to do with this a lot because I never heard her complain about his schedule. They're both the best. In my dad's card, I highlighted just some of the great things he is to me. That's always so easy to do because you can write any qualities, and he has them. I'm so grateful for such a wonderful father.

Some other highlights of the trip were: playing HORSE outside- beating James only once, but I'll take it; swimming with Mom and Dad while listening to The Lion King soundtrack, Elvis, or Hawaiian music--the usuals; trying on things at the mall with Mom, laughing, and not buying them; James watching my dad do a total knee replacement surgery and not passing out-yea!; seeing Grandma and Grandpa Hayes and listening to their words of wisdom; watching Forever Strong, a great movie; and of course eating delicious food that my mom makes constantly.

We'll be back for more July 4th weekend!