A Weekend, a Wedding, and a Winner!

I apologize for not announcing a winner yesterday but we were busy traveling, and I really thought I would have time to get on the computer. However spending time with family takes precedence!

What a weekend! Last week we flew to Seattle for our youngest son’s wedding. What a whirlwind weekend it was. It is always such a joy to have the whole family under one roof. Our two married daughters, their spouses, our two grandchildren and our two sons as well as my sister and her boyfriend. Quite a large group to find accommodations for! However we found the perfect house with plenty of bedrooms and space enough to relax and enjoy our time together.

During our weekend in Seattle we found time to get outside and go for a walk around Green Lake, it was a cloudy day but at least it wasn’t raining.

The rehearsal dinner was a fun affair lots of good toasts and a chance to meet the bride’s family. I just love when the family is all together!

The highlight of the weekend was the wedding. Our son and his fiancé have a large group of friends who helped make the whole event very special. They helped prepare food and set the area up with simple but effective decorations. The ceremony was beautiful, as was the bride. We all love Sadie and she is a wonderful addition to our family. After our delicious meal the evening ended with dancing. I think everyone was on the dance floor including our four-year-old granddaughter!

All too soon the wedding was over and our son and his new wife were leaving for their honeymoon and we were heading back to the airport to fly back to New England. I’m not sure when we’ll all be together again which made the whole affair bittersweet. It was the perfect weekend however and I will treasure the many memories we made!

Now to announce our winner: Congratulation Melanie M! I hope you enjoy the Gooseberry Patch cookbook Tastes Like Home as much as I do! Remember to try the recipe I submitted, Angel Pie!