Valentines Day...

Brent sent me these BEAUTIFUL roses at work on Thursday! It was an amazing surprise and they are gorgeous.

We had about 15 mins to celebrate together on Friday night before Brent went to spend the night with the guys at Mike's house... this was my card to my husband!

I gave Brent a VERY romantic gift... a tool belt! And he got this little outfit from Asher that says "I love Daddy" all over it!
We spent actual Valentines Day at Mike and Tawnia's wedding... a wonderful way to celebrate!

Mike and Tawnia's Wedding!

The ceremony begins...

The Turnip Rose in Orange is a beautiful place...

Just before Tawnia came these adorable flower girls... Bailey is the little one being pushed in the car. She is Mike's neice!

The beautiful bride and her mom...

An excited groom...

The giving away...

Prayer... I didn't know Brent was going to be the one to pray.

These are Mike's sisters... Sarah and Jenny! And... little Bailey of course!

During the ceremony Mike's brother in law, Tim, played while a friend of Tawnia's sang and the happy couple took communion

Caden, Tawnia's son

Exchanging rings!

Almost there...

"You may kiss the bride..."

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bair!!!

Married!

The first dance! Jude and Tim played and Jude sang... it was amazing!

At the reception...

Mr. and Mrs. Do

Mr. and Mrs. Bettino

Mr. and Mrs. Chop

Mr. and Mrs. Saukkola

Just 2 more months!!! We can't wait for Asher to be here!

We don't really get the "kiss like turtle doves" joke... but Jude said it in his best man speech so it must have some significance!
It was such a beautiful day! God truly smiled down upon these two on their special day. The clouds parted and there was no rain. They looked truly happy and peaceful. We are so happy and excited for them, and were blessed to share in their day.

Blessings on your marriage Mike and Tawnia. We love you!

Laser Light Show

Oh yes! At the end of Mike and Tawnia's rehearsal dinner there was, yet another, LASER LIGHT SHOW! It has been 5 years since this crew put on such a show... and they've still got "IT"!!

The preparation...

The laser beginning...
The first skit... this time starring JUDE!

Casey Chop as Father Time...

Skit number 2... something about a deer

More lasers of course...

The dance party scene...

Brandon's magic trick...

And the finale... Mike and Tawnia dancing!!!

... with lasers, of course!

The last time a laser light show happened was at our rehearsal dinner 5 years ago! I think that one was just as confusing for most people as this one. But still... fun was had by all. Mike cried through the whole thing, laughing of course. I manned a video camera... oh yes, this is on video! I think Tawnia and Elizabeth were the most excited about getting to see a Laser Light Show... finally! The boys have been talking about them for years... and this was the time! Great job guys... you out did yourselves!

Life...

... has been really good lately. I had a baby shower this last Saturday that was so much fun and such a blessing to Brent and me. I still can't believe the excitement and generosity flowing from these women in my life. I have so much to be thankful for. Truly. Many in my family came from all over the place to be here to celebrate with me. It was wonderful. Everyone is so excited about the coming of Asher... most of all us! He is moving and kicking inside all the time these days. It has become sort of second nature and is not quite as surprising each time, but just as awesome. I can't wait to see his little face, hold his hand, and look in his eyes.

This coming weekend our friends Mike and Tawnia are getting married! And we are so excited for them. It's a big day! We are already looking forward to celebrating with them and blessing them in their new life together... what a beautiful and wonderful thing!