A Wedding Weekend

I've been slacking on my posts but I have a good reason. We have all had a mysterious illness. The boys had it last week, Josh had it this past weekend and right when I thought I was in the clear.....it hit me too. Luckily, mine only lasted one day. The boys didn't get off so easily.

So, I'm back on track. Last weekend we went to Aiken, South Carolina for a wedding. Grandpa Peter's daughter, Nikita got married and we were there to celebrate. The boys loved that we had a hotel room adjoining Gramma and Grandpa's room. It made it easier for nap time and bed time as well. Plus, we got to hang with the grandparents the entire time. It was great to catch up.

The wedding was beautiful and quite a cultural event. The groom's family was from Guyana and they were Muslim. Many of the family were dressed in traditional clothing which was gorgeous. They had two services, a blessing from the grooms side with the couple in traditional garb and the second was a Christian service. It was a very unique service, Josh and I enjoyed it very much. Congrats Nikita and Safraz.

Okay, I never dress the boys the same. I really do not like it but I forgot their shirts at home. Left them hanging on the door knob. So, I ran to Sears and found these shirts for $3.99. Perfect! They never wear collared shirts so I didn't want to spend too much.

This was the first ceremony. A blessing from the grooms grandfather.

The second ceremony. Peter and Nikita.

Peter and his newest grandson, Colton.

Waiting for the reception to begin.

Let the dancing begin. The boys hit the dance floor as soon as we walked in. They put on quite a show and loved every minute.

Not sure what this dance move is??

How old is my husband.....ummm 5? Did I mention this was a dry wedding?

Myles got in on the action.

Gramma showed some moves to the boys. Funny Grady story: We were leaving for the wedding and Grady spied Gramma in her fancy dress. He yelled, "Sweet dress, Gramma!" Did I mention we were in the lobby of the hotel. The ladies at the front desk were laughing their heads off. A funny statement coming from a 3 year old.

Wedding Katharine had to make an appearance. As many of you all know, if I have too many drinks I hit the dance floor. Well, this was a dry wedding so I only broke it down once. I just can't sit still when they bust out the Electric Slide. The only problem was that the bride and groom were in their early 20's and NO ONE knew the Electric Slide. I couldn't believe it!!! Who doesn't know that dance. Okay, I have to admit, it made me feel old. Luckily, Shelley helped me out with the moves. We made quite a team on the dance floor.

Notice my dress...yes, it is zebra print. When I put it on and walked in the room, G said, "hey Dad, there is a big zebra in the room". Just what a girl wants to hear.

Grady and Myles inspired a few other kids to dance. They had their own line dance going.

Grady actually asked this lady to dance. I was shocked! He picked the tallest girl in the room. I swear she was 6 ft tall. He had a smile from ear to ear.

Saying bye to Grandpa. We will see you all next week.