We had a busy and delightful trip in Laguna and LA and before we knew it Kate and Justin's wedding day had snuck up on us. There was a really fun Hawaiian themed rehearsal dinner the night before at Justin's aunt and uncle's home in Bel Air. We feasted on Ricky's Fish Tacos, hands down the best fish tacos I have ever had IN MY LIFE, and listened to lots of K&J's family and friends get up and talk about the two love birds. It was great night and I was brought to tears by a few of the speeches and all of the thoughtful and amazing things people had to say about my sister.
After the rehearsal, we had our parents drop us off at the hotel and had a sisters slumber party and stayed up talking, laughing and of course taking ridiculous pictures.
We woke up the next morning and the day was a blur, 12 bridesmaids filtered in and out of the hotel suite getting their hair and makeup done, we drank mimosas and ate bagels and fresh fruit parfaits, and danced along to Becky's wedding soundtrack.
On the way to the wedding venue, we rolled down the windows and screamed as loud as we could.
We pilled into the small maiden's cottage at the wedding venue to finish getting ready, and drank more champagne, and made up a super fun flash mob dance. Kate kicked everyone out but Mom, Becky and I as she slipped into her wedding dress. I felt the tears well up in my eyes and explode; I had never seen Kate look so beautiful, excited and happy.
Kate went outside to the rest of her bridesmaid troop and was greeted with hoots and hollers from all the girls while I composed myself and joined them for photos.
Luke was ever the perfect child for his big debut as ring bearer and was dancing and singing to all the girls while we were getting ready. When his time came to walk the aisle, Blake carried him down the stairs and then let him go at the top of the aisle to walk down to the alter. He started walking, then running picking up speed and then ran right up to Justin and gave him a high five before Blake swooped him back up and brought him back to the babysitter. It was adorable and so sweet.
My sister and Justin have a way with words, and their vows reflected every bit of their love for each other in such a personal, romantic and powerful exclamation of their commitment to one another. There was not a dry eye in the house. I jokingly, but not jokingly told Justin they need to put their vows to each other into a song - it would be a chart topper for sure.
At dinner, Becky and I frantically reviewed our speech one final time and then got up and delivered. It was a hit. We spoke of Kate's personal evolution as seen from both our eyes, from the geeky, awkward, annoying sister to the incredible, generous and thoughtful sister she's become with several embarrassing stories exemplifying her growth.
We danced, drank and enjoyed the beautiful views of the ocean at dusk. It was a perfect night for a perfect couple and I couldn't be happier to have Justin as my new Brother-in-law. Welcome to the family Justin and I wish you a lifetime of happiness together.
Mazel Tov!
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