We have spent the last couple weekends celebrating Carissa (Tim's sister) and Adam's (our now brother-in-law) wedding. It has been fun to see three years of thought and planning come together into a beautiful ceremony and celebration. I am truly happy to see Carissa and Adam so happy and in love. Like so many things, though, these festivities are somewhat bittersweet for me. Family weddings bring to mind the last one, when Tim's brother got married. For that wedding, Henry was the ring bearer. My day for that wedding revolved around Henry and keeping him happy and cared for. This time around was much different. Instead of chasing a toddling one year old around, I was chasing the bride as a back-up photographer. I saw Henry's basket of flower petals and lost it. Carissa had a dance dedicated to Tim and I, and I lost it again!
We always miss our loved ones a little bit more when milestone events come around. To me, although it is bittersweet, it also means that our loved ones are still remembered, still in our hearts. I am looking forward to a quieter week so I can process some of these emotions, but I am grateful to Carissa and Adam for the sweet rememberances of both Henry and Brady they included in their special day. Congratulations to Mr. And Mrs. Stowe, and thank you for including Henry and his memory in your celebration!
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