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Jill and girls hosted a going-away supper for Jonas from Sweden. Everyone was energetic, and we had lots of fun.

Later in the evening, we sang songs. For some reason, we don't do that very often with this group, and it was awesome. Made me remember how blessed I am to have all these friends in faith.

Feathered Wedding

A classmate of my brother's heard I did wedding flowers, and called me up way back in the fall. She wanted something funky, and gave me some feathers to include in the bouquets for her wedding this past weekend.

She also requested branches, and I found these artificial ones at Michaels. They were very easy to bend and position.

Brides bouquet...

The bridesmaids wore green, so the bride wanted more color in their bouquets. I ordered cockscomb, but at the last minute, my saleslady called and said it came in rotten (uh oh!). Luckily, I found the grass-ball-like flowers (called trick dianthus), and the bride loved the look of them.

I was nervous as I drove to the church. However, when I walked in through the tent, the table decor eased my nerves. My bouquets fit the scheme perfectly! Whew... The bride was very happy, and in turn, I was too. Another wedding flower success story.

My SJ Weekend

Since I have July trips planned, I've been staying home in June, so no MI for me.

I volunteered to babysit for Viv and Sierra so their parents could have a romantic evening downtown. I've gotta get lots of niece time in before I move!

For the half hour or so that both babes were awake, I had to keep an eagle eye on them. Actually, mostly on Vivian. She resented Sierra poaching on her territory, and her toys.

Here's Sierra enjoying Viv's puzzle.
Wait a second. What's Sierra doing with MY toy?
Sierra is staring at those giant Viv legs... getting nervous...

You know what. No. I'm coming on in here.

"Vivian! No!"

I don't know what you're talking about.

Yeah. I showed her who's boss. This is my home slice. Pfff babies.

Actually, once more for good measure. MY puzzle.
I was laughing so hard, and she just kept doing it. Finally I pulled her away, and we ventured out for a walk. It's a lot of work to take a stroller down and get it open while holding a 7 month old and keeping a eye out for a 14 month old.

They seemed to enjoy the outdoors though. Viv carried this football halfway around the block, and was pleased to be the big girl in front, while Sierra just quietly took in her surroundings.

We got home, and Viv immediately went to work on the ground. She eats more non-food items than any baby I've known.

Here's the pick up and look...

Next, it goes in the mouth for a taste.

YUCK!

I put Sierra to bed, then gave Vivvers a bath. She's looking all angelic here, but of course after the picture, she's up, down, reaching for things, chewing on brushes, splashing... What a maniac. A cute one though :)

After Viv was relatively clean, I put her down too, then enjoyed the peace and quiet. You know, I'm still enjoying the peace and quiet. Babies are a lot of work. :D

Daddy's girl

Daddy's girl
I'm the center of Daddy's world
I know I'm Daddy's number one
For he loves me like I was his son
Daddy's girl

I heard this song on the radio yesterday, and I got all sentimental. I'm not as egotistical as to say that I'm my Dad's number one or the center of his world (and he has plenty of sons, so he probably loves me like a daughter), but I do consider myself a Daddy's girl. I love his sense of humor, and I laugh at him frequently. He is the one I go to with design questions, and I value his infinite wisdom in the drywall trade.

I missed him yesterday (he was in the UP, and I was not) on Father's Day. I made him some cookies to enjoy when he gets home, and I guess I can give him a hug next weekend!