Sunday, June 30, 2013

My Sister's Wedding

Yesterday I got to see my sister walk down the aisle.  I did not fly home, although I had toyed with the idea, the extra cost of flying home wasn't something we could handle right now.  But at 2:00 my very thoughtful Aunt Pam, all wired up with her Ipad, earphones and facebook message, called me on Facetime so I could take part in my sister's wedding!
I had started the day out pretty sad.  My sister was getting married and I was going to miss it.  It was an emotional thought, such a huge day for her, and my family, I really wanted to be home.  But when I saw her on Facetime, walking down the aisle, I felt almost as if I were home.  It was actually bizarre, people could see me, I could recognize people.....I didn't expect it to be so clear!  I think if I had known that I was so clear to everyone else  I would have dressed up a bit, or at least combed my hair!  Well, Lisa and her girls looked stunning, and Dave looked very dashing.   It was so exciting to see my family, nieces and nephews, grandparents, aunts and uncles and some friends through the "looking glass".   I think my Opa was amazed at the whole thing, maybe an Ipad will replace his video camera in the near future?




Aunt Pam, and Uncle John called me a few times during the course of the evening so I could get the full picture of the day.  I saw the vows, the signing, and even some speeches and a slide show at the wedding!  I even had my picture taken with my sister, now that is something that I didn't expect.  Thanks for that Phil!  

Aunt Pam, and Uncle John, thank you, thank you, thank you!  That was a memorable experience, and I am so grateful! 

 Lisa and Dave, congratulations!  I am so glad I was able to be part of your day!  














6 comments:

Wilma Pennings said...

So wonderful to see you at the wedding! A few tears when your speech was read. But it was funny. I pray you will be home for Lauren's wedding. Is there anyone we should be contacting here that would help you?

Anita said...

So sweet!! FaceTime/Skype really make the miles between us and our loved ones so much more bearable!

FamilyHighlights said...

That was so cool to greet you coming out of church at Lisa's wedding. What a surprise! The letter (speech) that you and Derek prepared for the reception was so good. A nice mix of laughs and all seriousness. What a thoughtful idea. It was a very nice wedding. Lisa looked so beautiful and so did your Mom for sure.

Diane said...

So surprising to see you on the screen, very special and moving!! Really enjoyed your letter written from your heart. I was sad that when the time came for me to personally speak to you, Justin and Jenn were calling for our attention and you were rather noisy in the silence LOL! We look forward to meeting you again soon. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend Laurens wedding so it won't be meeting at any of the weddings this year :(. Lots of love,
Aunt Diane

Diane said...

So surprising to see you on the screen, very special and moving!! Really enjoyed your letter written from your heart. I was sad that when the time came for me to personally speak to you, Justin and Jenn were calling for our attention and you were rather noisy in the silence LOL! We look forward to meeting you again soon. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend Laurens wedding so it won't be meeting at any of the weddings this year :(. Lots of love,
Aunt Diane

Elizabeth said...

Gotta love face time! So glad your family helped you be a part of your sister's special day, even if it had to be from a distance.