or…the rest of the story. These are Polaroids taken mostly by Jamie, Katie’s Maid of Honor, at the shower. Before I show the rest of the photos here’s what’s happening around here and we’ll title it Yes, it’s possible to accomplish anything while feeling like a Zombie…
Thanksgiving: We had a wonderful celebration at Dave and Jody’s house with about 50 or so people. Pictures coming some time in the future.
Black Friday: My sister Lana and I continued our tradition of going to Goodwill on Black Friday. We had no problem finding a parking spot and we got some really good bargains. Everything was 50% off. My best purchase was a Tumi computer backpack (when new $260) used for $25. I’ll be using it for travels to North Carolina on Monday. Lana bought a beautiful Tommy Bahama linen jacket with the tags still on it ($160) for $20.
Packing: After Goodwill Lana started the daunting task of trying to pack 6 suitcases with all of Katie’s clothes, coats, shoes, hats, scarves, gloves, makeup, jewelery, etc. etc. My sister is a master at packing. We were able to get those cases as close to 50# each as we could. We have one more suitcase to go that I can put some of my stuff in, too. One of the 6 cases also has Andrew’s civilian clothes. Now we just have to figure out how Katie and I will be able to manage 7 large suitcases, 2 carry-ons, and 2 backpacks. I’ll be stuffing my pockets with cash to tip Porters!!
Mailing: Today we are mailing all Katie’s media to North Carolina. She doesn’t want to be without her favorite books 4 large boxes worth and her favorite DVD’s and CD’s 4 boxes worth.
Family: We are getting in as much family time as we can before Katie and I take off on Monday.
Cookbook: So much great cookbook news. If you’d like to enter to win a cookbook click on the link and leave a comment at Mennonite Girls Can Cook. Lovella and Anneliese are demonstrating the Hazelnut Roll today at noon on Global T.V. in B.C. If you live in B.C. tune in!
Offline: I’ll probably be scarce around here for a couple weeks. I’ll try to visit and see how you all are doing…
Myself and Lana showing our guests where the food is…hilarious.
Katie with her brother, Josh.
Katie with our Daughter in law’s mother and grandmother.
Girlfriends since forever…Katy K., Jamie, Katie, Kristen, and Heidi.
Blessings on all your preparations for the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year”
I’m looking forward to preparing a place in my home to honor the King of Glory when I get back from North Carolina!
The Happy Wonderer ~ ellen b. 
Such a happy occasion, and you all look wonderful! I’m so glad that I met Lana and your other sisters and can imagine their voices and smiles. Good luck with the preparations for Monday – it is wonderful that you can go with Katie to help her out and support her in the adventure. The big bonus is that you will know exactly what her place looks like and be able to understand when she tells you that she’s done one thing or another to one of the rooms.
Wow…I can’t imagine not driving when moving someone like this. Strength for the coming weeks. It’s so exciting to think how close Katie is to seeing her Andrew. Favor on you both as you travel that God provides the needed help at the right moments. Thankful His grace will be sufficient to see you through!
Blessings to you and Katie as you travel on Monday! What a lot of happenings in your world this year. Treasure the memories you are making!
Such exciting times!! Blessings to you and all, and prayers for travel mercies. See you when you return.
My first married life home was in Korea, and I remember the daunting task of trying to pack a “life” into two bags and a couple of carry ons. My mom is a Lana type packer and she worked for a day stuffing sweaters around shoes and packing underwear and socks into the electric skillet–because we had to take some wedding presents altho most stayed behind at my mom’s house. Anyway, you are in my prayers as you accomplish this move for the sake of a new home establishment. Be safe, friend.
I’m just sitting here praying a prayer of Blessing on you and Katie as you make the move. You have such lovely pictures of the showers and you have accomplished an amazing amount in the last few weeks.
May God go with you both as you relocate the bride!
Enjoyed ALL the pictures.