The Best Anniversary Gift...Part 1 of The Wedding Story

Because there is so much to say on this subject, I have decided to write about this in several parts. Lots to say and share...

Here is JB wearing my wedding dress in 1999 when she was 13 -
we were having a bridal fashion show at my workplace.

Back in February, JB and Causten called and asked Ron and I if we would mind sharing our anniversary with them....wait, WHAT?! They wanted to get married this year on our 30th anniversary! I immediately started crying (with happiness) and, of course we said "Yes!"

Because I have a tendency to over-share here, I was politely asked not to share the wedding details ahead of time. I have been on "lock down" and did my best to respect the couple's wishes. Now that they are married, I think it's ok if I share some details of the happy event.

As the mother of the bride, I learned the most important phrase for the event..."It's your wedding - we will do whatever YOU want." I found out pretty quickly that this wasn't going to be a big, traditional wedding. No maid of honor, best man, bridesmaids or groomsmen. The ceremony would be very small, private and possibly take place at City Hall in Manhattan on August 27th. That was all ok with me. I had always told my girls that it didn't matter to me what kind of wedding they had as long as I was in attendance!

But then JB said that she didn't necessarily want to wear a wedding dress...sigh..."it's your wedding - we will do whatever YOU want..."

To be continued....