Where were we… I was taking an extra-full load of college classes, bartending two nights a week, and planning a July wedding.
While working on Wednesday night, I had a couple surprise visitors. First my parents came in. They were on their motorcycles, taking a ride around the thumb. (We live in Michigan, ‘the thumb’ is actually a place. Beautiful drive actually.) They had just visited my brother and his (pregnant) wife, and had stopped in to see me. Shortly after that my soon-to-be husband came in.
Things were slow at the bar, so we had time to chat. We started talking about the final details of the wedding. It was only 17 days away! Gasp!
Dad was wondering what I wanted him to wear. “Nice jeans and one of your good t-shirts.”
“I can get a suit or a tux.”
“I want my dad to give me away, not a stranger in a suit. I don’t think I have ever seen you in a suit.” So it was settled. (I was more worried about the people who are talking about coming, that have not sent in their RSVP. How can we make sure we have enough food and drinks?)
We chatted some more, and when they were ready to head home, my fiancé and I walked them outside. What a beautiful night. We gave our hugs, said our good-byes, and watched the two Harleys rumble toward home.
Twenty minutes later I got the worst phone call imaginable….
I hope you are enjoying these posts, or at least tolerating them. I am so sorry for chopping it up so much, just bear with me, you’ll see the difficulty I face writing these.
Oh, goodness. I just caught up on parts 1 and 2 and admire your strength in writing such a meaningful, emotional post. I have a sinking feeling in my stomach reading the ending to this piece so far. Sending you a great big hug as you continue to piece these together <3
ReplyDeleteI will admit, its tough, but something that feels right to write. Bring your Kleenex next week.
DeleteThank youfor your support!