The wedding week was a busy one...beginning with "wedding practice" as Ava called it on Wednesday, October 14th. Because the venue - the Como Park Conservatory - is a public attraction, the rehearsal times were limited. But look how beautiful it is...
It was then that the likelihood of Reese being a proficient flower girl was put into question. She wasn't too keen on walking on her own nor was she having anything to do with holding Ava's hand. Cute was only going to get her so far..so plans B, C, and D were discussed. And then we deferred to figuring it out later. Like on Saturday.
Thursday marked the end of one cast era (who knew we'd be revisiting this again so soon) as Reese's was sawed off that morning. Yay, the little girl had her arm back! The loud and foreboding saw was hugely traumatic, many tears were shed, many screams were screamed, but she survived. She used her arm tentatively for a day or two, but then was right back to bouncing, jumping, climbing, you name it.
Before
After
Friday night was the Groom's Dinner at Mufaletta in St. Paul. Todd's parents Dixie and Joe hosted a wonderful evening - great food, drinks, and company! We were lucky too in that my parents stayed home with the girls, so we could really have a relaxing evening :-) Todd gave a very touching speech that night that I will always remember. We are very lucky to have him in our family and I so wish that Di and Gardy were here with all of us, not only to share in that week's celebration but all of the years ahead.
Saturday finally came and the wedding day was perfect. From the beautiful fall weather, to the conservatory, to the ceremony, to the reception...it all fell into place. We made a game time decision to carry Reese down the aisle, while Ava walked on her own. She took her job very seriously and did great. Julie and Todd both looked incredible - it was such a happy time. The party continued at W.A. Frost in St. Paul with drinks and appetizers. Ava fell asleep watching a video on the restaurant floor while Reese hammed it up with the guests. My parents were nice enough to take them home early, while Scot and I enjoyed the rest of the evening with friends and family. Congratulations Julie and Todd!
I'm kicking myself for not getting more pictures of Ava and Reese in their dresses...but it was a busy day!
Here is a glimpse at some of the professional pictures from the day.
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