Barbb Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 I am so happy to tell you my daughter is engaged! They will marry in November and I am worried about breaking down when her brother walks her down the aisle. Maybe it will happen at the rehearsal so I can keep my dignity during the wedding but I ask for your prayers even this far in advance. She is asking the pastor who officiated at Rod's memorial service to do their ceremony because she feels a "tie" with him. I think that is so special. Her best friend wants to honor Rod in someway during the ceremony with a special flower in her bridal bouquet or a special decoration on the chair he would have sat in. I think Michelle is the most thoughtful young lady considering she brought it up Saturday as we celebrated the engagement. Rod met Zack shortly before he died, he really liked him and would be so happy to see how Lacy has changed by loving Zack. We always said it would take someone special... Barbb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 maybe the reverend could say something to the effect on behalf of him who gives this bride to be. If you break down so be it !! Tears of Joy are ok at weddings! My eyes were bloodshot!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 First off, how wonderful! "I am worried about breaking down when her brother walks her down the aisle." I think weddings are for breaking down. My wife came down the aisle I broke down. There will be a flood of emotions I would think. Your flood will be full of many different things. But I bet in that flood you will feel a connection to Rod. I understand your anticipation too. I hope it is a wonderful day and no doubt Rod will be in your hearts that day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted June 8, 2011 Author Share Posted June 8, 2011 You guys make a lot of sense, thanks I'll just take a box of Puff's. I like the idea of the pastor saying something about who is giving this bride. Barbb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eric byrne Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Hi Barrb, Great news,please pass on my congratulations to Lacy and Zack,I wish them both a long loving and happy future together.So good Rod got to know Zack.Good month for the wedding too,anniversaries of Rods passing shared with the happy memories of your daughters wedding.I really think Rod would be so pleased with this arrangement.Tears,why not?,I have a feeling you will not be alone amongst your family and friends in attendance at this happy occassion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted June 8, 2011 Author Share Posted June 8, 2011 Thanks, Eric, for the good wishes for the kids. That month won't be so hard to live through any more with new memories to fill it Barbb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted June 8, 2011 Author Share Posted June 8, 2011 Katie, thank you so much!!!! There are pictures of the surprise proposal on my FB. Zack was generous to include her two best friends, his brother and family and me in the surprise It was WONDERFUL Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joppette Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 How lovely. Adding beautiful memories to the bittersweet, to make it all good. Congrats. Cry away. It's okay. WE all do! Judy in MI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted June 9, 2011 Author Share Posted June 9, 2011 Judy, I think you are right when you say it will make it all good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Barb, thanks for sharing your wonderful news. Enjoy every minute of it . Whoever saw a wedding where there weren't some tears? I do understand, but it will be ok Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trawna Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Congratulations to you all. Weddings are a wonderful way to celebrate and I hope and wish the very best for you all! Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Barb, how wonderful it all sounds--tears and all. Congratulations to the happy couple. Judy in KW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 Just wanted to say congratulations Barb... that is the best news... and if you break down... so what.. like you read on here that is what weddings are for and you certainly have a reason... but know that your husband will be walking with them both.... Bless you, Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean44 Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Congrats Barb, what an exciting time for your family. Yes, there will be lots of tears but, that's okay. Sometimes, tears are good. I am sure that Rod will be looking down at his daughter with love and appreciation that he was able to meet the man who will become her husband. I still have "meltdowns" at such simple things as looking at our beagle and remembering how much Thom loved him and how he loved Thom. So, I think at your daughters wedding, everyone will expect your feelings to show and that's okay. Enjoy the day. I am sure you will "feel" Rod all around you. Hugs, Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 How wonderful! I am so happy for your news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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