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Post by smalltowngirlie on Jun 23, 2019 15:32:53 GMT
Everything worked out perfect yesterday for my Dad's wedding. His bride was extremely nervous so we took a lot of breaks while taking pictures, and because many in the wedding party could not stand for long periods of time, we took a lot of breaks. Everyone cooperated and there were lots of smiles and a lot of joy. One very special moment, my dad had his niece (my cousin) as the flower girl in his first wedding and asked if she wanted to be part of it again. She loved the idea, and dad's bride loved the idea. Well, my cousin (dad's niece) found her original flower girl dress and it fit one of her grand daughters perfectly a little long because she did not have the crenlin under it. My cousin asked if her grand daughter could walk with her and everyone said yes. Dad's bride loved the idea and welcomed her into the festivities. Then while taking pictures with the flower girls, my aunt, dad's sister, explained that she made the flower girl dress. So we had the original, hand made, fifty year old flower girl dress and the slightly off white and blue flowers fit perfect. I love this picture of their hands, wrinkles, age spots and all. These were taken towards the end of the day. I don't think I have seen that much of a smile on my dad's face and in his eyes in a long time. My DH said my dad had not been happy since he joined the family. The people around us laughed, but there is a lot of truth to that. My mother was very sick at our wedding and passed away one month after we were married, so technically my dad had really not been happy our entire marriage. He has had moments, but there was always a sadness behind it. I truly feel that is now gone.
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Post by candleangie on Jun 23, 2019 15:37:00 GMT
Oh my goodness, how sweet! Congrats to them! ❤️❤️❤️
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Post by elaine on Jun 23, 2019 15:41:00 GMT
Mazel Tov! May they have years of happiness together.
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Post by ddly on Jun 23, 2019 15:50:40 GMT
Awwwww!! How lovely!
Congrats to the bride and groom!
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jun 23, 2019 15:54:55 GMT
May they have good times in their life together!
Amazing about the flower girl dress. She is so cute!
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Post by SabrinaP on Jun 23, 2019 15:59:21 GMT
Thanks so much for sharing the pictures and story. That’s one of the cutest things I’ve read and seen in a long time!!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 23, 2019 16:00:53 GMT
Lovely photos, I'm pleased that all went OK. Congratulations to them both and I hope they have a lovely future together.
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Post by scrapngranny on Jun 23, 2019 16:02:18 GMT
So sweet!! Wishing them lots of joy.
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Jun 23, 2019 16:04:59 GMT
That's about the sweetest thing ever. I love the story of the flower girl's dress.
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Post by delila on Jun 23, 2019 16:05:24 GMT
Absolutely beautiful!!! This totally made my day, maybe year even! Most definitely brought a few tears to my eyes. Cheers to a happy marriage!!!!! ❤️❤️
delila
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Post by malibou on Jun 23, 2019 16:07:11 GMT
Sweet. May they make many happy memories together.
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Post by trollie on Jun 23, 2019 16:14:41 GMT
Sweet pics. Congratulations to them!!
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Post by Gennifer on Jun 23, 2019 16:36:48 GMT
Cutest bride and groom I’ve ever seen!
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Post by leeny on Jun 23, 2019 16:41:28 GMT
Oh my goodness, their photo is precious! May they (and your family) have many happy years together!
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Post by tincin on Jun 23, 2019 16:43:12 GMT
That’s awesome.
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Post by luvnlifelady on Jun 23, 2019 16:45:15 GMT
So stinkin’ cute! ❤️
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Post by momto4kiddos on Jun 23, 2019 16:47:46 GMT
I love this story! Your Dad and his bride look so sweet together.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 23, 2019 16:56:15 GMT
Love it!
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Post by moodyblue on Jun 23, 2019 16:58:41 GMT
What a nice story. And I wish your dad and his bride loads of happiness.
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Post by notjustmom on Jun 23, 2019 17:23:14 GMT
That is so sweet. Best wishes to the Bride and Groom.
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Post by salem on Jun 23, 2019 17:30:00 GMT
Awww... look at them!!!! Congratulations to your Dad and his new bride.
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Jun 23, 2019 17:37:16 GMT
Love the photos!!
And oh my gosh, the whole story about the dress, and photo to go with it. Amazing! 👍
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Jun 23, 2019 18:02:27 GMT
Everything worked out perfect yesterday for my Dad's wedding. His bride was extremely nervous so we took a lot of breaks while taking pictures, and because many in the wedding party could not stand for long periods of time, we took a lot of breaks. Everyone cooperated and there were lots of smiles and a lot of joy. One very special moment, my dad had his niece (my cousin) as the flower girl in his first wedding and asked if she wanted to be part of it again. She loved the idea, and dad's bride loved the idea. Well, my cousin (dad's niece) found her original flower girl dress and it fit one of her grand daughters perfectly a little long because she did not have the crenlin under it. My cousin asked if her grand daughter could walk with her and everyone said yes. Dad's bride loved the idea and welcomed her into the festivities. Then while taking pictures with the flower girls, my aunt, dad's sister, explained that she made the flower girl dress. So we had the original, hand made, fifty year old flower girl dress and the slightly off white and blue flowers fit perfect. Holy shit is this AWESOME!!!!! We should all send them wedding cards!!!!
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Post by peasapie on Jun 23, 2019 18:03:53 GMT
Congratulations to the happy couple! It gives me faith in love.
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Post by KelleeM on Jun 23, 2019 18:07:38 GMT
Aw...I have happy tears. Thank you for sharing their day with us. love wins
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Post by birukitty on Jun 23, 2019 18:29:41 GMT
The photos (you took them didn't you?) turned out so perfect! I love them and your Dad and his bride look so sweet together. May they have many years of love and happiness together.
The flower girl story was so wonderful to read. I love the dress she wore and she looks so wonderful and cute in it. What an amazing story! I'm so happy for you and your family.
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Post by Sue on Jun 23, 2019 18:31:12 GMT
So sweet. Wishing them many years of happiness together.
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Post by roberta on Jun 23, 2019 18:37:08 GMT
Congratulations 🍾🎉
How wonderful! Having the flower girl’s dress is adorable.
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Post by gillyp on Jun 23, 2019 18:45:47 GMT
How lovely and what a great story about your cousin, her granddaughter and the dress. Definitely a memory for keeping.
Very best wishes to the happy couple.
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Post by Zee on Jun 23, 2019 18:50:50 GMT
Awwww thanks for sharing!
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