DD#2 is no longer a "Miss", but I do miss her. Immensely.
The wedding was absolutely beautiful. I keep going over the day in my mind, thanking God for His bountiful blessings. We arrived on time, everything was set up, the dress zipped, the groom got misty-eyed, the bride was radiant (I know.....it's a cliche, but it was true), the church was gorgeous, the guests
looked like they were having a good time (some have since told us so), and the happy couple are enjoying a week of solitude on the coast. I've left out many more, for the sake of brevity (and so I don't start crying,
again).
Based on my experience with DD#1's wedding, the first week is the hardest for me. It's a mysterious combination of joyous elation for the gift of my daughter's godly husband and profound sadness over not having her here at home any more. Sometimes it just makes my stomach hurt. Other times, I just have to shed some tears. Don't worry. I'll be fine. Soon. Really.
God is good..........all the time.
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(((hugs to Mrs. Elk_Grove_Susan)))
I hope you'll share pictures, when you get a chance!
Aaaagh, where's the tissue?Â
God bless you, my friend. I do understand.
It's hard to see them go whatever their reason for going may be.
I hope to get to see pictures soon. I'm sure that Leah was a lovely bride, and equally sure that as happy as you are for you, that you will miss her, too! As elated as I was when I got married, I was sad for my Mom--so much so that I felt an occasional pang of guilt, though I know she would be upset to know as much.
blessings for you as you welcome a new son into your family. I totally understand. I still miss ds1 and it's been 6 years.