As we found homes for gifts this new year, I couldn't help but be thankful for the generosity of those who surround us. In the past two years we have been recipients of the two greatest gifts - time and love - in abundance.
Looking back at the journey we've taken it would be impossible to thank all of the people that have helped us. We've been given a helping hand moving (multiple times), a place to live, help planning our wedding, preparing for Maggie, and a hand welcoming her into this world. I've enjoyed afternoons with friends, support at work, moments of understanding, and best of all, time with loved ones and friends.
I've asked myself a thousand times, how will I ever repay all that they have given? This thoughtfulness touches me in a way, for so long, I had not noticed.
It wasn't until recently that I understood what it means to get a birthday card sent out on time, not just remembering to say happy birthday, but to devote a bit of time to that person. As my life is full of love for so many, my goal for the year is to show how much I care as often as I can. And to pay forward the love they have shared with me.
So I thank you; and want you to know that it may be awhile before you are in need and I have the gift you need to receive - my strength to carry your furniture, my planning to throw your wedding, or advice on being a mother and a wife. But I will spread your love to others who need those gifts now; and in your honor, share the joy you have given me with others.
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Wednesday, February 8
Tuesday, August 17
Calling all brides.
Be happy. If you do nothing else on your wedding day; be happy. Don't worry whether or not everything is in the right place, or if you've forgotten something. It will all be perfect, after all, at the end of the day you will be married to the love of your life. (and if you can follow through with the other two hints - everything else will get any needed attention)
Surrond yourself with incredible people. I was overwhelmed by the excitement that surrounded our wedding. Our family and friends were abuzz about attending our wedding, how happy they were for us, and how much they were looking forward to our celebration. A big part of this was vacation time, as our wedding was a destination for all of our guests and many stayed a few days before and after. But it wasn't just about a few days off - people we really EXCITED for us to be husband and wife! I love it! (and my amazing hubby!!!) What made it even more special were the friends that shared their talent - a sweet friend was my bridal attendant (a huge help and lets you breathe deep), a new friend played his guitar for our ceremony (one of the sweetest gifts), my wonderful cousin did our ceremony reading (with love and some tears), and at a last minute request to lead Amazing Grace, three dear friends stood up and sang their hearts out for us.
{Advice: People love you, let them share their gifts on your big day - it is truly a most special gift}
Include everyone, or at least as many people as you can. This was the key to my sanity. My bridesmaids have always been amazing people and they were superstars for my wedding. We also had a ton of hands helping us make our big day - aunts baked cookies, his mom and grandma made table runners, my father cut card holders and refinished a beautiful screen, my mom did a thousand things, friends of the family cut fruit at our cabin, helped us with hair and make-up, made fabric flowers (I love this project!), and my aunt came through in a last minute request with the most beautiful sentimental something borrowed a girl could ask for. And then we overtook one of my bridesmaid's parents inn room in a whirlwind of dresses and make-up.
Many hands - when all have open hearts and focused hands - do indeed make light work.
With love,
Mrs. Crater
Surrond yourself with incredible people. I was overwhelmed by the excitement that surrounded our wedding. Our family and friends were abuzz about attending our wedding, how happy they were for us, and how much they were looking forward to our celebration. A big part of this was vacation time, as our wedding was a destination for all of our guests and many stayed a few days before and after. But it wasn't just about a few days off - people we really EXCITED for us to be husband and wife! I love it! (and my amazing hubby!!!) What made it even more special were the friends that shared their talent - a sweet friend was my bridal attendant (a huge help and lets you breathe deep), a new friend played his guitar for our ceremony (one of the sweetest gifts), my wonderful cousin did our ceremony reading (with love and some tears), and at a last minute request to lead Amazing Grace, three dear friends stood up and sang their hearts out for us.
{Advice: People love you, let them share their gifts on your big day - it is truly a most special gift}
Include everyone, or at least as many people as you can. This was the key to my sanity. My bridesmaids have always been amazing people and they were superstars for my wedding. We also had a ton of hands helping us make our big day - aunts baked cookies, his mom and grandma made table runners, my father cut card holders and refinished a beautiful screen, my mom did a thousand things, friends of the family cut fruit at our cabin, helped us with hair and make-up, made fabric flowers (I love this project!), and my aunt came through in a last minute request with the most beautiful sentimental something borrowed a girl could ask for. And then we overtook one of my bridesmaid's parents inn room in a whirlwind of dresses and make-up.
Many hands - when all have open hearts and focused hands - do indeed make light work.
With love,
Mrs. Crater
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