Brian & Kelley

I had the great pleasure of having front row seats, so to speak, to witness my 'little' cousin Brian get married this past weekend in the Chicago area. It was such a lovely weekend! From the beautiful reception venue, special touches from the family, road tripping with Mom to get there, hugging aunts, uncles, cousins and extended relatives, and watching Kelley come down the aisle to a very emotional Brian - it was truly a blessed event. And while it was hard at times to take all of that loveliness in without Dad there, we know he was smiling down on all of it.

The sweet couple.

The proud parents (and brother below; Michael & Valerie who are next to tie the knot!)

Lucky me!

Lucky Grandma with the flower girl Kenzie & Cylas.

My buddy Nolan.

Their first dance was followed by a night of fun & laughter.

We finished out the weekend with a boat tour through Chicago, and of course ice cream :)