We get a lot of questions before going through a big event like a first wedding. "Are you nervous?" "How are you doing?" "Are you running in your wedding dress?" For some reason, Miguel and I haven't been feeling nervous about the big event. We've had over a year to plan for it, and we've chosen to have our reception at a place where everything is included, so we don't have a lot of catering, chairs, DJ, etc to worry about. All we want is good food, good drink, and to be with all the people we love.
It's one day before the BIG EVENT and I'm a bit more anxious now. I was a little nervous driving last night, trying to make sure I didn't do anything stupid. Unfortunately Miguel lost his wallet the day before he was supposed to leave for Oregon. That was a pain in the ass. He was in line at the DMV yesterday morning waiting to get a temporary driver's licence. We've cancelled all but my credit card at this point. Also, up until the minute I left work yesterday, I was waiting for Miguel's ring to show up. It didn't. We had a few provisional rings from my jewelry box picked out, and I hadn't heard from the ring-makers back in Tennessee who told me "Don't worry, we'll get it there." It took us about 2 hours longer to pack up the cars than expected, but with about 30 minutes left, we got a call that the ring had arrived at work in the mail. Phwew. Nothing like a wedding to get things happening at the last minute.
My goal for the weekend is to "live in the present". Try to soak it all in. From what I hear, many people's wedding day is bliss, but a blur. As long as people have a good time, laugh a lot, and get a chance to mingle with each other, I think its going to be great. So far the weather seems to be cooperating, there aren't any forest fires, and a fair number of people seem to be actually coming to the event.
To all of you that are coming (or that wish you could come), thank-you for being a part of our lives. We hope you enjoy this very special day with us.
