05.05.06
Cinco de Mayo
Today was a day of running around. My cousin, Catherine (she’s my cousin Eric’s wife), and I went to get our nails and hair done. Celina had booked appointments throughout the day, but there are only 5 stations, so we split them up.
I then watched Zachary swim, and then my cousin Chris took over while I got ready for the rehearsal. Thanks, Chris! He taught Zachary how to play “Marco, Polo!”
I had to rush to get ready. It’s easy to procrastinate when you’ve got family around.
The rehearsal made me nervous about the next day. As usual with any rehearsal, we were all confused. I know it will all come together.
The fun thing was for me to see Caitlyn (my goddaughter from Eric and Catherine Mendoza) walk. She just started walking. She’s one of the flower girls. I can’t tell you how cute this girl is. What a sweetie! I was amazed that she still remembered me. She’s a hoot to be around. Her parents are a fun couple which is probably why this little girl is already so much fun at such a young age.
The Brunettes held the rehearsal at the Mexican restaurant Acapulco’s. This restaurant has changed hands many times, but it seems like the Mexican restaurant is here to stay – good ol’ Tex-Mex. In fact, it was an Italian restaurant years ago. For our rehearsal, it was a steak house. All those times, the food was always great.
It was a great rehearsal dinner. Nick has a huge family, and they are all such wonderful people. Thanks to Tim and Brigid Brunette for throwing such a wonderful party!
Jason finally arrived from Germany, and when he entered the rehearsal dinner, everyone gave him a hearty welcome. What a great, loving husband & brother-in-law…he has lots of love for my family.
