The girls and I just hung around the ranch all day while we got out hair and make up done. SIL looked stunning in her all lace dress, loosely pulled back hair and long veil. We made our way down to the ceremony, which overlooked hundreds of Aspen trees. The guests sat on bales of hay covered in rust and chocolate brown colored pashminas. The music began and the groom made his grand entrance through the trees to the beginning of the aisle on a horseback. Once it was my turn to walk down the aisle I looked down at my bouquet of flowers and two feathers, representing B&P. I kept telling myself, "Smile." But through the tears it was nearly impossible to hold it together and smile. Try smiling and crying at the same time. I'm sure it leads to some interesting faces in photos. Once I made it down, I immediately lit a camo colored candle waiting for me at the alter. It represented Patrick. There were 2 of course, MIL lit the other. There wasn't a cloud in the sky as my SIL entered on horseback, led by her dad. The ceremony was short, simple and beautiful. We snapped some photos with everyone afterwards and headed to the renovated barn for the reception. The hardest part was over. We danced, partied and drank the rest of the night away.
Wondering where all the pics are? More to follow...
19 comments:
I saw some pics on FB and it seemed like such an original and peaceful wedding - I loved it! And Will looked SOOOOOO cute!! I loved yalls dresses with the boots. I know it was a hard day and I'm sure you made it through with grace and strength - just as you have these last 8 months. xo
I do not know you...and you do not know me, but I have been following your story and I just wanted to let you know that I have been praying for you, your MIL, W&R and the rest of your family. That you will be able to feel peace through this difficult time, to enjoy the beauty that God created for you in Steamboat, and that you will feel the love and spirit of your DH and FIL this weekend and always. Hang in there Erynn. You are a great mommy to W&R and I look up to you a lot.
I agree with court you have tremendous grace and strength. Ican't imagine how hard that day was for yo but you looked beautiful and you looked like you had some fun with your family and bil's. I loved the pumpkin of them, that was awesome. love you.
The wedding looked amazing. So glad you made it through! We'll see you on Friday at Amanda's :-)
WOW Erynn I can't imagine how hard that must have been. Sounds like you handled it with grace. Can't wait to see the pics, sounds like an amazing wedding.
How beautiful! I wasn't even there and I got all choked up just reading about it. Cannot wait to see your pictures.
I also saw some pics on FB and it was a gorgeous day and ceremony. you looked beautiful as did your SIL. W&R were so cute. I love W's belt buckle.
The pics that I saw on FB are just breathtaking! It looked like a beautiful wedding. Will looked sooo adorable two, standing up there with the big boys.
You're so brave, E. So strong. P&B were there.
xo
I can't imagine how difficult it was for you to be there - I can't wait to see pics - it sounds like P & B were represented very elegantly.
Will look forward to the pics! So glad you made it through the weekend! I hope you felt Patrick and Bill's presence and that it gave you some comfort!
I know they were looking down on you all surrounding you will all the love, pride and protection they had for you in life.
Hugs to you Erynn:)
Erynn i was absoutley blown away by how you handled this weekend. You were "Selfless". And for that i thank you. I was nervous about how things would go and how you and Debi would be through everything and you were WONDERFUL. I love you SO MUCH and we are now offically sisters..LOL. XOXO
I haven't seen your post on FB but I'll look for them later today.
It sounds like a very emotional evening but I'm glad that you got to celebrate, in more than one way.
I was thinking of you this weekend, and the babes, and your MIL. Hoping that all of you would get through the weekend while at the same time celebrating such an important time in your BIL and SIL's life. It must have been hard, and I can't say I would know just how hard, but you are so strong, and I hope you know how many people admire you for that. xoxo
Erynn, What a beautiful post filled with details. I can't wait for you to share the pictures. XX
sounds soooo beautiful, can't wait for pics!
I can't wait to see the pics! Glad you make it through.
The wedding sounds like it was so beautiful and i'm glad you made it through! You are so strong, that there is no doubt that you handled the weekend with grace. I'm sure W&P were there, looking over you.
Erynn, you are an amazing woman. You will forever be in my heart. You have touched so many lives. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Love, Jacki
Erynn- Your strength amazes me.. I cant imagine how hard it must of been to be there. I continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.
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