They're All Growed Up

Everyone is growing up so fast, I don't think I like it. Not too long ago, the family all came to Provo for Melisa and Everton's wedding. It was a busy weekend to say the least. Making a slideshow and flowers for the cake kept me pretty busy. Mom made the corsages, boutonnieres, bride's bouquet, and the wedding cake itself. I have to say that everything turned out quite lovely (despite issues with some rather ornery fondant frosting). The bride and groom cut the cake, they had their father-daughter/mother-son dances and of course their first dance. Then Melisa tossed the bouquet to all of the eligible bachelorettes and Natalie was the young victor (Grandma warned me that I better get married before Natalie or I'm in trouble...she's about 13 or 14 years younger than me). By the end of the evening, we were all beat and ready to be done. Mom and Dad and Lance and Shalia were the geniuses and bought tickets to the Eagles concert that evening so they only had to be there for the first half. After talking to the 24th distant relative that I hadn't seen since I was 2 ('You've graduated college!?' 'Haven't you just become a beautiful young woman!' 'So when will it be your turn to get married?' 'You look so much like your mom!'), I was very much wishing I had bought a ticket, too. But, it was still a good evening. The newlyweds seemed happier than ever and I think Jeannie and Ron were happy that everything went down without a hitch. Here are just a few pictures from the reception:

Just this past weekend, my family was back in town for Katelyn's graduation. She received her associates in graphic design from Provo College. She has got some serious talent y'all. If you ever get the chance, ask to see some of her stuff. If you ever need a logo, business card, birthday invitation, design of any kind, give her a call she's great. She was the mastermind behind Melisa's wedding invitation also. Anyways... the graduation was in the warm and cozy Provo Tabernacle on the very warm Saturday afternoon. Afterward, we went to Jeannie and Ron's for food. We got dinner from Goodwood Barbecue. Best pulled pork sandwich of my life. Ron made up some delicious homemade ice cream for dessert. Katelyn has decided to follow in her big sister's footsteps and chose more school for her future. Where she will be attending is still undecided. I can't believe my little sister is 20 with a degree. I'm so proud of her!