The spectacular autumn sunset and mirror image lake was the perfect backdrop for the momentous occasion of my son's wedding to the girl of his dreams Saturday evening. The 68 degree temperature added to the perfection...

I had been very hurt when they had decided not to be married in a traditional church, but it truly felt like God himself provided the most beautiful natural church setting imaginable.

The reception was quite festive with an autumn theme as well. I was overcome with emotion when dancing with my son during the mom-son dance. This song is most unique and unknown but listen to it anyway. Some here may want to save it for future reference. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsLlUnUICQM

They skipped the silly garter routine, which I was glad of....

Toward the very end, everyone was given a small flag and we gathered into a large group to wave the flag and sing "God Bless the USA" as recorded by Lee Greenwood. We all got so into it!

Now the happy couple is enjoying their Bahamas honeymoon for a week.

My husband took this week off, so WE can recuperate from the wedding and other family happenings of late.

It's nice to get back to normal again!