I haven't been a fan of Valentine's Day for--oh, let's just say 14 years. If you know me, then you probably know that my Dad passed away on the night of Valentine's Day (very early morning on the 15th), after a short (and very cruel) battle with cancer. Since then, I've always winced about even the mention of the day.
After meeting Ken though, the pain of the day softenend and I don't really "dread it" anymore. Instead, I've been trying to perk up a little & try my best not to be the "Grinch that Stole Valentines From Small Children". Having Ava in our lives certainly helps. I look forward to celebrating it with her in years to come... baking cookies, making valentines, etc.
So this year... I thought I would perk-up myself by posting pics of MY valentine. 4 1/2 years ago we made it official. Here are some pics of the beautiful day:
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| St. Josaphat- September 30, 2006 |
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| The vows |
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| "WE DID IT!!!" |
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| So happy! |
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| Looking back now I realize how cheesy the parasols are. At the time, I thought it was brilliant. We live. We learn. :) |
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| In front of Buckingham Fountain |
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| In front of the Wrigley Building |
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| Our rendition of Abbey Road |
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| Guess who made those menus...??? That would be me! |
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| Guess who made the table name cards??? That would be me, too! |
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| Checking the "poof" |
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| Taking a carriage ride through the city |
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| Arriving to our reception, by private boat! |
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| Those are our guests up there... surprised by our entrance! :) |
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| Great speeches! |
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| Love to you. Yesterday, today and tomorrow, too. |
1 comment:
Hi love! I always think about you on Valentine's Day. You know I cherish our childhoods for so many reasons...510 Kimberly Drive. : ) Good memories and still best friends...I always hoped it would turn out this way! I love the wedding pictures. That is love and I knew it would be from meeting Ken at the Mexican restaurant in the Q! HAHA!! Happy Vday! xoxo,raja-daja
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