My sister, bless her heart, got married on Christmas Eve. It was a beautiful ceremony and both bride and groom (mainly groom, I think) blubbered through the whole thing. It was sweet.
I had a touching–if I do say so, myself–toast prepared, which I left on the kitchen counter along with all the cute little cards that described the food. (Forgetting the cards turned out to be a good thing, because while people enjoyed the taste of cranberry goat cheese pinwheels, they didn’t enjoy the thought of goat cheese.)
But I did forget my toast, so I had to wing it. Here is the original, carefully crafted toast
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That sums up much of Carrie’s life. Whatever she has done in life, she has chosen her own course. The tune, the journey, the rites are familiar, but Carrie adds her own poetry to everything she does. Carrie, as you and Russell begin this new journey together, you start down a path that has been traveled for thousands of years by millions who have taken the same road. But I know you will add your own words and your own poetry, making your journey truly unique. I am excited and blessed to be watch this new chapter in your life unfold. To Carrie and Russell and the beginning of their adventures together.”
One response to “Here’s to you, sis”
Yep, still makes me cry. Thank you, you really are the most amazing sister.
Thanks for the afternoon cry. And yes Russell was crying more than me, which is good because got the hog share of the tissue we were sharing.
Ahh love