Obviously, I never expected that Heidi would have gotten married before Katrina and I, but even though she is the youngest, she has it together. Her husband Michael is a very lucky guy and I hope that he knows it. I was so thankful that Heidi found the perfect person to compliment her in every way. Mike is full of life, just like my little sis, and has a great family, making him the package deal. Not only is Mike a perfect addition to the family, but his parents, Kenny and Patricia are as well.
The day before the rehearsal, all of us girls, including Patricia (Mike's mom), went to the beauty parlor to get manicures and pedicures so that we could be primped for the event. It was so fun to get to spend some quality time with mom, Heidi, Katrina, and Patricia. I hardly remembered what we talked about, but it was so good to be pampered. I wish that I had pictures to share!
On the day of the wedding there were many memories that I hope I don't ever forget. While we were taking pictures at the front of the church before the wedding, Heidi and Miranda, the flower girl had the cutest exchange. Heidi bent her knees to be on the same level as Miranda. It went something like this:
Heidi: Miranda, you look like a princess. (She really was so cute)
Miranda: Well if I'm a princess, you must be a queen.
I thought it was so precious that I had to share it. She is right that Heidi is a queen, she is Michael's queen. I am confident that he will treat her like the queen that she is. Here is a picture for a visual.
Another very touching moment for the bride and groom happened right before the wedding when Katrina and I, both Maids of Honor, delivered a card to Mike. Heidi penned some very private thoughts and feelings on it. It must have had a very touching message, because Mike's eyes started watering up. I imagine that he will keep that card and hopefully, they might share it with us and their children someday. The wedding was beautiful at the First United Methodist Church in Wichita. It was so special also to have our friend, Anne, and our uncle, Brent, preside over the ceremony. They made a great pair. We also enjoyed two songs that were sang by Brent and Diane, our aunt, that just really moved everyone in the entire sanctuary. If I didn't have to stand up front, I would have been crying in the front pew right next to mom and dad.
After the ceremony, we busselled Heidi and her dress and let them drive off in a 1909 AMF Touring car with a driver dressed in authentic clothes from that Era. It was quite unique and unforgetable. It was also one of Heidi's surprises for Michael. He was blown away along with Heidi's hair as they drove around the dowtown area of Wichita before the reception.
They arrived at the reception ready to let loose and have some fun. A toast to the bride and groom was first and then greeting friends that we hadn't seen in a while. Heidi shared a dance with dad and here is a picture of her dancing with Michael.
We love you Heidi and Michael!
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