December 21, 2009

Aloha…

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We are finally getting settled after getting back from our honeymoon in Maui. Time is beginning to get back on track for us just in time for Christmas. We took a tour of the the road to Hana and saw the black sand beaches. Road to hana 053Watched some beautiful sunsets while eating some fantastic food. hawaii 071  and we spent some perfect afternoons wandering around Lahainia, a cute little village, about 10 minutes from where we stayed. hawaii 053 We spent one day in Honolulu at Pearl Harborhawaii 100 We even got to go snorkeling with turtles!31560026You can just barely see one of our turtle friends on the lower left.31560016more to come soon…..

December 1, 2009

wedding part 3, the reception

 img_0499  The reception was held at Jasmine Plantation, a small bed and breakfast in Providence Forge, Virginia.

IMG_1009Guests were greeted on the porch with a drink then wandered through the house to find their seating cards and the candy bar. IMG_1173 Then out to the backyard all ready for food and dancing.

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Our cake topper was made by my little sister, and I think that they were perfect!

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We had flip flops for anyone who had tired feet. Each person had a fortune fish in their seating card, just in case they were wondering what their mood was at the wedding!

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There was lots of dancing and even a little singing.IMG_9728 IMG_1716

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The bouquet toss was briefly interrupted  by a sneak attack!

IMG_9971By the end of the night  everyone was having a great time on and off the dance floor. We had a fantastic time and could not have asked for more! Thank you to everyone that helped to make our day as special as it was!

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