Another Baby in the Family!

Yesterday, Shawn, Riley, and I welcomed another addition to our family: kitten Jensen. She tiny, sweet, and unfortunately not quite litter-trained yet. Our other cats seem to like her so far, and she seems to really like us, too. Fun times! Welcome to the family, Jensen.

Bath Time!!

Over the weekend, Riley and I had fun with some extreme spa time! I cannot believe how adorable she is - with and without clothes on! Her sixth month birthday is right around the corner, too. Hard to believe she is already so old!

Enjoy!

At Last....Alli's Wedding!

What a glorious occassion! A month ago, I had the honor and priviledge of being Allison's Matron of Honor at her wedding. It was so wonderful to be at Alli's side all day, helping to make sure she felt beautiful, relaxed, and elated. I could not believe how much work it was to be an honor attendant, but it was so worth it to see Alli smiling all day. The day dawned bright and glorious. The ceremony was sweet and special. The reception was fun and full of memories. All too quickly, Allison and CE, my new brother-in-law, left under a curtain of sparklers for their wedding night while the rest of us remained among green flowers, cake crumbs, and memories, in the wake of their love, which still radiated in the room like dozens of glowing candles - soft and strong at once.

Wedding day breakfast at Panera.

Alli and I getting glammed up.
Claire's turn to be beautified.
And...

Then...

The Moment We Have Been Waiting For...

The stunning bride.

Mom and Alli, both dressed to the nines.
Claire and Alli, ready to rock the wedding.
Me and my big sis!

I am so happy for you, Allison! Congratulations!!

The Rehearsal Dinner...

Just wanted to post a few pictures from the night before Alli's wedding, even though the Bechtel's one month anniversary has already come and gone. Such a fun and beautiful night!

Mom, Aunt Josie, Grandma Toni, Aunt Marybeth, and Riley relaxing outside on the patio before dinner.

Brendan and Libby: Such a cute couple!
Aunt Claire and Riley. Adorable!
Riley all partied out!
Me and my baby, happy as can be!
The bride and her sisters, hot as can be.
Friends from the North.
Relatives from the North (and Brendan and Libby!).