April 2008

April was the month of the Arkansas trip. That was one reason for Thomas to stay with us was so I would have someone to ride with me on the way down. I was in AR for three weeks! I never want to be away from David for that long again. It was too hard. I can somewhat relate to the wives of men in the military. Anyway, we were down there to help my sister, Stephanie, get ready for her wedding. The kids also had a school program while I was down there. It was a medieval feast. Everyone was dressed in the "Authentic Garb". They had a dinner with musical numbers, a skit and even a court Jester, my brother Justin. It was a lot of fun. My brothers were so excited about their costumed and they really did look pretty good.
We were pretty busy most of the time. I was sick for the first week we were there. I guess my body decided I would have enough help with the kids and took the opportunity. The boys were so sweet, they babied me something terrible. It was kind of nice.
Stephanie's wedding was on the 19th. I helped her with decorations and shopping for the food. But my main project was making her cake. This was the second wedding cake I have made and I really enjoy doing it. Thankfully, she was easy on me and picked something simple. Katherine was the flower girl, she did so good I was a little surprised. She just walked right up there like she knew what she was doing. we had told her to throw all the flowers out of her basket. So she walked up the isle and stood by me. Then she took out each petal and dropped it to the floor and when the basket was empty, she walked back down the isle. Her job was done! :)
The wedding was beautiful as was the bride. The wedding was held on Mt. Magazine. The trees had not leafed out on the mountain yet, but it was still beautiful.
But I would have to say the highlight of the trip was seeing David again. It brought back memories of our dating days. The excitement of seeing each other after an extended time apart. Only now there are two kidos who are just as excited to see their daddy again. My, how time changes things.