Greetings!

Yesterday, over lunch at L&L's, Cia, Malou and I relived Saturday's wonderfulness.  We talked about our own weddings, recalling days long past.  I shared with them how our wedding, DH's and mine, was diametrically opposite to Saturday's extravaganza. 

>>  A Reminiscence of Our Wedding

Since deciding to surprise Kristen and Sean, the newlyweds, with a website, every free waking moment has gone into its creation. 

When I got married, I was completely oblivious to the details of getting married.  Researching and writing about wedding traditions and rituals has turned out to be a fascinating learning experience. Their quaintness, lore and meaningfulness have captivated me.

Although rough seams are showing all over the place, I couldn't wait to share the barebones website with Cia and Malou yesterday, especially the great shots of them.  The little Fujifilm camera has become quite a helpful buddy of mine lately.

Right now, I am wondering if Cia was able to withstand the temptation of not showing the online photographs to her sister, Patricia, the mother of the bride.  There is an especially attractive photo of Patricia with her beau. 

And we're not even talking about her daughter's gorgeous shots. Kristen, the ravishing bride, is exceedingly photogenic. There is not one bad shot of her. I promise to share them with you, as soon as I get them cropped, matted and organized.

Today, I'll get started  by giving credit where credit is due:

Cia

Kristen's Aunty Cecelia

You are this wedding site's inspiration.  

Your excitement was palpable,
 to the point of giddiness.  
It was, as you can see, 
downright contagious!

Kristen is blessed to have you for her aunt;
Patricia could not wish for a more loving sister.
Kelen is the luckiest little grand nephew.
Sean now has the best aunt ever.

Warm-hearted, generous and kind,
you're wonderful and dear,
For you have brought all of us happiness
Whenever you are near.

Because you've always loved us in
Your very special Cecelia way,
Now that Kristen and Sean are wed,
It's time for me to say:

I  treasure our friendship.  
Your beauty has no bounds.
You are no ka `oi.
(The best).