Well, Heidi and Ethan tied the knot yesterday. It was a beautiful wedding and a fun reception. I headed over to Clearbrook Friday afternoon for the rehearsal and dinner. Another bridesmaid, Missy, and I headed to the Bjerke’s home around 10:30 so we could be sure to get a good night’s rest. At midnight I finally declared I’d be quiet! Girls sharing a room is always fun… usually more laughing than early sleeping – but that’s alright.
The wedding went off without a hitch. Here is the happy couple minutes after the completion of the ceremony. The bridal party jumped on the well-decorated school bus to head to the Hampton Inn on Lake Bemdji.
Emily, Missy, and I enjoyed our end of the table at dinner. I got a kick out of this picture, as it looks like we’re not wearing any clothes! Clothes stayed on the bridal party and guests… through the dance anyway!
After the DJ quit playing, a crowd headed over to the Green Mill to close up the bar. I got a quick minute with the bride for this picture.
I was fortunate to have April along for the drive over and back from Bemidji. We headed out around 9:30 and made it back to dad’s 3 hours later. I got a nap in late-afternoon before we headed to the benefit for Tammy Johnson.
Little did I know that the raffle ticket I bought at the benefit would be life-changing. Yes, folks, I am now the proud owner of a brand new WEED WHACKER!
It was too funny that I won it… but I must admit I had a feeling. ☺ On a more serious note, the benefit was really for a great cause. Please keep Tammy in your prayers as she continues radiation and chemo-therapy treatments.
Sounds like Bill had a good weekend. He went out fishing yesterday with another D.O. employee. They had their limit after about 15 minutes. (He claims!) Sounds like every cast brought in a fish. Will that story entice you avid anglers to come and visit?
Lo is out for an evening or two. Tomorrow I’ll be heading down to pick dad up from the airport. I think Ape’s coming along, as well. I haven’t booked my ticket back to Anchorage yet, however I plan to be around Cook through the end of August! If you’re in the area and have a few free minutes, I’d love to meet up!
Love the weed whacker…you gotta bring it back to unalakleet to use around your property…hee;) hee;) I can just see you swinging that thing around.
hugs,
tiff;)