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Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm Yours!

On Sunday, July 14th, I had the distinct honor of serving as a Groom's Maid in the wedding of our close friend Sam. We first met Sam when he transferred to my school to teach science four years ago. He is an energetic, fun-loving guy that we have enjoyed having in our lives.

Despite my efforts at matchmaking, Sam turned out to be the best man for choosing his future bride. Through one of his many hobbies, swing dancing, Sam met and fell in love with the swing dance teacher Mindy. When he proposed to Mindy earlier this year, I was thrilled for him. Then, he asked me to stand on his side on the day of their wedding, and I was truly honored. Being a Groom's Maid is a little unconventional, maybe less so these days. No, no bachelor party for me! Up until the big day, I participated in bridal events such as the shower, bachelorette party and wedding errands/preparations. Then, when it came to before wedding pictures and when the ceremony began, I was standing on the groom's side, along with Sam's sister and some actual guy friends.
Ceremony location

The wedding was lovely, but sweltering hot! I was glad to have my back to the sun, whereas the bride's maids were facing it, but I was worried about sun burning since I didn't have any sunscreen on. The ceremony was short and sweet (so no burn here) and the newlyweds exited to, "signed, sealed, delivered, I'm yours!" I can't wait to see the professional pictures.

The wedding and reception were held at a farm that has magazine worthy gardens around every corner. The barn has been fully outfitted for such occasions and the drive way was transformed into our dining area. Kudos to Jeff for taking pictures of the location since I stated repeatedly that I aspire to make our gardens look just as lush and beautiful!









The bride and groom are both avid swing dancers, so that was central to the post ceremony celebration. Nathan had a great time playing with the bubbles that were available and Jeff patiently looked after him while I attended to my responsibilities.
Let them eat cake!
Nathan getting friendly with the neighbors. 


Unfortunately, I didn't get too many pictures as I didn't carry my camera (I was on duty, you know!).  I snagged a few of the final exit. I'm excited to see the professional pictures as well as watch Sam and Mindy adapt to married life together (in his 600 square foot, 2 bedroom house). Jeff and I both hope to continue our friendship for years to come!





P.S. Today is Jeff and my own wedding anniversary! I can hardly believe it's been eight years, the last few have gone by especially fast (I suppose having kids does that). We spent our day in glamorous fashion, running errands: Home Depot, Lowe's, Costco, Dollar Tree, etc. We did stop for lunch at a popular local bakery which was yummy. Feeling too full after lunch, I passed on dessert, which I'm now regretting. I should have just taken it to go! Oh well.

We leave tomorrow on our big summer road trip to Colorado so more chores to be done! Stay tuned for pictures and details.

Update July 30th: Check out a sneak peak of the professional pictures on the photographer's blog; so beautiful! Click here:  Sam & Mindy's Wedding Pics

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