On Christmas night we had a beautiful wedding dinner with our family and friends and those of the Hutchings and Covey families. It was a riot. Stephen and his family made a couple of "home" (they were actually very professional) videos and there were a couple of long-standing Covey traditions that were really funny. It was a fun night, and quite possible the longest wedding dinner I have ever been to, it was quite the production. We started at 6:00 and I think that we left with our family at 10:00. I think it's fair to say they are a down right crazy and fun bunch of people. Stephen's grandpa walked around with a silly Christmas hat complete with lights and carried a really long fork, sneaking food off of people's plates. Joseph was getting his food off of the buffet table and thought, "Where is that fork coming from?" I am really excited for Stephen to be in our family, and so pleased that Emily is so happy.
The next morning we headed to Salt Lake to attend their sealing in the Salt Lake Temple. They were sealed by Stephen's Grandfather, Stephen R. Covey. It really meant alot to both of them since Stephen and Emily first met through Stephen's Grandma and Grandpa Covey. It was a wonderfully freezing day, but Emily said she didn't even feel cold. I guess that's what love does to you! Emily looked stunning! I have never seen her look more beautiful! (and Stephen didn't look that bad either :)
The whole Vest clan. Our family pictures the last few years have become outdated rather quickly. I wonder how long this one will last?
Our cute little Isaac with the bride!
Seeing Aaron in a tux was the highlight of my night. There is nothing cuter than a 2 year old in a tux, especially when he is shakin' it on the dance floor.
Uncle Wader and Isaac
At one point we couldn't find Aaron, there were so many people there. Then I walked to the middle of the room and found him dancing away. I had several people come to tell me they had been watching him and couldn't believe what rhythm he had and the moves he had for a two-year old. I started watching him and laughed right out loud. He is just like his Dad! That makes me excited because his Dad is so much fun!
Abby found an instant friend in Stephen's little sister. They are both here to rule the world and were quite the pair. Abby says she is so glad that Emily and Stephen got married because now she and Arden are cousins (sort of?).
By the end of the night, the tux was a mess with food everywhere and straps hanging all around....but he still looked cute, and I think he knew it.
My mom stressed about finding something to wear...just like she has for every wedding, but she found a beautiful dress that was very flattering. It was fun to finally see her let down a little and have fun. She was pretty busy and stressed with holiday and wedding plans before this.
Aaron had fun showing off as others cheered him on.
We sent Emily and Stephen off to Hawaii with sparklers, and then helped pick up a little and headed hom to crash. When we arrived home all the women sat and talked about the wedding play by play. Scott teased that we sounded like a bunch of men talking about the big game. He predicted we would be doing it for weeks so no more making fun of them when they talk about the Cougars football season.
I love wedding and big event celebrations. It ended up being a really fun day when all was said and done....the only sad part is that she's the last in our immediate family to get married. :( No more Vest Family weddings. I think my parent's are relieved. I'm thinking we need to start our wedding fund...donations will gladly be accepted! 