When we visited New York in the summer of 2008, Mack, you were asked by Jannelle and Sal to be the flower girl in their wedding. Of course, we happily accepted and couldn't wait for their big day. In late April, Jannelle sent down your dress and you were instantly in love with it. It's lavender in color, big and poofy. You immediately wanted to try it on and it fit like a glove. It became an everyday occurrence for you to try it on and twirl all around your room. I found a cute, white head band with a big bow on it at all places, Old Navy and Granma bought you white "dancing shoes" to top the look off. We had to leave your "dancing shoes" at Granma's for fear of ruining them, and by golly you definitely broke them in. Every time we went to Granma's you wanted your "dancing shoes" on and it didn't matter what you were or weren't wearing! You would tap dance your heart out on the tile floor and shake that little booty of yours. Well, on June 30th, your dream came true. You got to wear your whole outfit for real. You bashfully told everyone that it was your wedding dress and your wedding day. We tried to explain to you that it was in fact Jannelle and Sal getting married, but you adamantly disagreed. I was a bit worried about just how well you would do. The wedding wasn't to start until 6 p.m., however, we had to be at Aunt Barbara's by 2 p.m. fully dressed for pictures and then from there it was go time. Mackenzie, you were a complete doll. I think you were too excited to be nervous and you just loved every minute of all the excitement of the day. The photographer actually had to ask you to stop sticking your tongue out, because you were having that much fun. Once we were at the wedding location, you took your job very seriously. When you were given your basket with real flowers in it, you immediately knew what to do. When it was time for you to walk with Jarrett down the aisle, you had your game face on and such a sweet smile. You were glowing. You delicately placed the petals down for Jannelle to walk on and once you made it to the front with the rest of the wedding party you stood there throughout the whole ceremony. At one point, Uncle Kerry, who was also the father of the bride, opened his arms out to you and you walked right over to him and sat in his lap for the remainder of the ceremony. It was so surreal to me to watch you partake in such a special wedding. You see, I was the flower girl in Aunt Barbara and Uncle Kerry's wedding and I even wore a purple dress. I remember that day so well. And now, Daddy and I were watching our little girl do the same thing. I just hope time won't fly by too fast and it will be a long time before Daddy is walking you down the aisle.
Entertaining yourself while pictures were being taken.
Chewies were a saving grace. It was definitely your diet that day.
On the way to the wedding. Ipad, we love you.
Desperately trying to stay awake while watching a show.
The cutest ring bearers and flower girls around. I think you were a bit nervous. ;)
You and the groom, Sal sharing a moment. He absolutely adores you.
You and the bride, Jannelle right before you two walked down the aisle.
You did it! You fulfilled your duties as a flower girl.
You and and Kyle, the best man, and brother of the bride. He has known and been friends with Sal since they were 4 years old.
Dancing machines! At one point during the night, we couldn't find you. Low and behold you were in the middle of a very large crowd that was standing in a circle around you. Honey, you were doing the worm on the dance floor!
Moments later, you passed out for the night.
Nolan, you on the other hand, were ready to party.
Did someone say, "food"?
Pop and Nolan.
June 30, 2011
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