Pink Rock Candy-Blog

I’ve been MIA for a while, but for a good reason. My parents renewed their vows for their 20th anniversary this weekend, and not only did I have to play bridesmaid, but I had to play partial wedding planner, hostess, photographer, and drag racer— now I know how tired Barbie must feel! Even though there was a bit of navigation calamity, everything ended up wonderful, further proving that no matter what happens family and good friends will always be there to support you when you need it and celebrate your accomplishments.

Being the daughter who has claimed she never wants to get married because its too much work, as soon as I had to go dress shopping for mine and my sister’s bridesmaid dresses, I was all over it. We ended up picking two dresses by the same person in the same color, but in different cuts. When I saw this 50s style dress, I knew I had to wear it. Not only did it match my mom’s “colors”, but I knew I could wear it casually after their vow renewal.

After a few alterations to both of our dresses, a struggle with my mom over wearing creme shoes (I won!), and finding the perfect hair adornment, we were ready to start the real wedding drama. First, I almost snipped my finger off cutting flowers— now, my mom won’t let me touch sharp objects even though I’m 19 and my finger is almost healed. Then, I was instructed to drive as fast as possible to our location, so we weren’t late dropping the cake off at the restaurant— I got us there with time to spare. After that, we were driving around, lost, for an hour and a half on our way to the chapel making everything 30 minutes late. On the other hand, the ceremony was wonderful, a bit hot due to no A.C., but wonderful none the less. Finally, came the “reception” which included a fantastic dinner at this amazing restaurant, lots of laughs, a few tears, good music (thanks to me and my dad!), and these super yummy cocktails called ‘Tickled Pink’.

Overall, everything was a lot of fun, and I want to wish my parents the best— but, if they want to do this in another 20 years, they’re hiring a wedding planner!

p.s. I would put pictures up from the wedding, but my mom took my memory card to go get them printed, and I think I should ask who minds being on my blog and who doesn’t. Desicions, desicions…