Rosie's First Wedding

Rosie with Aunt Tessie's purse - she was enamored with all the "but-tones"

Rosie & Aunt Tessie taking a break from their game of "Chase Me"

Rosie’s First Wedding
June 7, 2008

Well – this wasn’t her first wedding ceremony – but it was the first wedding event that my 18-month-old had the opportunity to attend. We put her in a pretty party dress – and without trying to, managed to coordinate for yet another event. (I wore black, Rosie wore black, white and yellow, Rich wore a yellow shirt) The wedding was for friends of ours – Cheryl and Brad – and it was a wonderful event and a wonderful day, complete with a glowing bride & happy groom.

However – it was 97 degrees on Saturday. I was concerned that Rosie was going to balk at the heat and get cranky quickly, but she held it together for about 4 hours before she was “done” and ready for some air conditioning. We tried to keep her occupied with blocks of cheese, pieces of chicken, lots of “wadee” (water) and some dancing. However, her favorite part of the day was following Aunt Tessie to the bar and playing “Splashy Splashy” in the tubs filled with ice, water and “shodee” (soda).

Of course – Rosie went after everyone’s attention, and was more than happy to put on a show for anyone will to watch. Aside from screaming for “An Te-tsi” and “Mommy” during the ceremony (Daddy took her under the tent to keep her little blond head out of the sun), she was a perfect little angel.