The typical blog apology – I’m so sorry I haven’t written! Come to think of it, I seem to be saying that a lot to people of late. Sorry I haven't written an email, sorry I haven't sent a snail mail, sorry I can't remember my own name...

Anyway, there’s been a lot ground covered in the last week. Both physically and towards completing the task list of things to do prior to the wedding. Last Wednesday Chris, Fred, & I drove to Bowling Green. We spent the night there with Becky, and then I went on to spend Thanksgiving in St Louis with my parents. A nice, relaxing weekend, right? RIGHT?

Mwah-ha-ha-ha-haaaaaa. WRONG, grasshopper. I got to St Louis at about 11AM, and by noon both of my parents suggested a nap for me. I must have been babbling. Anyway, set the alarm for 1 PM. Turned it off and thought I’d catch a few more minutes of sleep. At 2:30 Mom came in and woke me up so I could be ready when the relatives got there at 3:00. It was great to get the sleep when I could, the rest of the weekend was really busy. It was fun to see my cousins again, and my aunt brought the veil. We wrapped the party at around 10:30. Friday was non-stop from the gun. We did some Christmas shopping, met with Ralph, who will be the Master of Ceremonies for the wedding ceremony (You didn’t know we had those? Think of it as a wedding coordinator for this particular case) and went over the readings and the music. I also made half of the favors, and found out I needed more jelly beans. I ordered more jelly beans, and helped Dad set up the Christmas tree. We finalized the wedding program. The next day was Christmas shopping, and more decorating. Then Sunday I was up at 6:30AM to hit the road to meet Chris & his Mom at Bristol’s in Louisville. Fred seemed out of sorts, I think he’s mad at me for deserting him for so long. Poor Freddy. Monday was paperwork on the car and then I headed off to Raleigh for a business trip. I got back from that around 11:30 PM Tuesday night, with my loyal dog greeting me groggily at the door. I should memorize that look, I’m sure I’ll be using it on teenagers one day. Wednesday I had an early dental appointment, which involved nasty fillings and things done to gums. The novocaine didn’t wear off until 2:30 PM. Wednesday was torture day really. I got my hair done Wednesday PM by a very talented woman who still can’t seem to figure out that there are NERVES at the root ends. Oh and brow waxing just to complete the day. I picked up Baker from Erin who’s headed to Furman to interview for a job there. I like sitting Baker, he’s such a sweet, happy dog, and he keeps Freddy from getting moody and pouty. I suspect by the time Erin gets back, we’ll be the proud parents of two VERY tired pooches. The other good news from Wednesday (besides it’s being over) was that my wedding band is in. Hooray! Dad made copies of, and folded 158 programs, and Mom finished up the favors, which is a nice step towards completion.

Tonight, it’s pick up my dress. I can’t wait! Nothing makes the wedding feel more imminent than knowing I actually will have the dress in my possession TONIGHT.

- posted by cam @ 9:29 AM