Today, Autumn, June, July, my mom, Dame Judi, and niece, Alyssum and I went wedding dress shopping for Autumn. Before we even left the house, I got a couple of lumps in my throat, but held it together, after making sure I put a couple of hankies in my purse.
It was a bit surreal. It was the same bridal shop we went to 2 years ago, with July to find her wedding dress. The gal seated us in the same spot where we were 2 years ago, the difference was Dale was not there. I missed him.
Autumn and the consultant went to the racks to pull a few dresses. Autumn told her she wasn't buying today, just looking, wanting to try different styles to get a feel what would look best. They found 3 to start with. July, being the matron of honor, helped her get into the dress. As soon as the door was opened, and I saw Autumn, I was overwhelmed, and shed some tears. Reality hit, she wasn't playing dress up. My little girl is getting married.
It was a sweet dress, liked by all, but didn't grab any of us. Dress two was donned, door opened and we all took a deep breathe in. This was the dress! She looked so elegant, so mature, so perfect! Why try more? She did, just for fun. One looked like a fancy night gown and there was of course the ultimate frump girl dress. When the door was opened, her expression was priceless! We all knew this was definitely not the one.
After looking for bridesmaids dresses, finding what she liked, she put THE dress back on, with a sweet birdcage veil, and said, " I love it, this is it." Yes, the dress was bought, no more looking. She is pleased, as am I. It was a good day.
This is the beginning of the end of an era, the last of my precious girls will soon be a bride, will create her own home, forge a new pathway, one I will not be walking with her, it will be just her and Naval. As I have watched my older two do the same, seeing how beautifully they have done, I know there is no concern for Autumn. I have done my best as a mom, tried to be a good example of what a wife should be, tried to instill in them the importance of the Lord in their life. I'd say, by God's grace and mercy, we'll be batting 3 for 3.
Awe, that is sweet, and bittersweet at the same time! I can't remember that we went to Birkenfeld at the time your husband was pastoring in Birkenfeld, so we may have never met. So, you know some of the same people I know! Were the Otts there at that time? I KNOW you know Jepson, everyone knows him lol. And Pam & Luis most likely. Haha, it just hit me, too, that you probably know my son-in-law! Derek Ramsey was from Birkenfeld. Small world! I'll try and keep up with you on your path the Lord has you on. I'm sorry for your loss and all that you have to deal with. The Lord is so faithful, though. Karen
ReplyDeleteYes, The Ott's were there for a short time before moving. Yes, of course Jepson, bless him! And Pam and Luis. I don't remember if I ever met Derek, but did meet his folks. Also, good friends with Teresa and Forrest Shelter. Though it was a short time there, we have very fond memories of Birkenfeld. Hmmm, wait, ask Derek if he ever picked up the pastor and his wife from the side of the road after they tipped their canoe. It may have just been him!
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ReplyDeleteYou HAVE been the best mom, you HAVE been the example of excellenct. Yes, ma'am, the proof is in the pudding and you've stirred up and served some tasty puddings in your three - to use a silly analogy. Best of all, you have produced three lovely young women of God.
footsteps... love you.
ReplyDeleteAutumn will make a beautiful bride no matter what she wears...but I'm happy you found "the" dress!
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