Creating Cousins

My niece Morgan and her Husband had a big announcement over Thanksgiving...

And of course we are extremely excited because that means

these 2 sisters are both adding to our family.

We are praying for God's protection and plan as we expect

babies in January and June this year (and a wedding in October)

Love!

What a year of blessings for our family, prayers for these

two as they add a new baby to their lives!!

Jones Fest || Sunflower Bouquets

In the midst of the hustle and bustle of wedding preparation,

I headed to the farm to gather some fresh sunflowers from SIL  Shannon's garden.

We knew they would be the perfect finishing touch.

On the way {Friday AM} out after taking the boys to school I came upon this buggy of kids

on their way to school.  Just a good reminder to slow down the pace and enjoy the days ahead!

Sunflowers are some of Morgan's favorite and these did not disappoint!

I ran upon this handsome farmer, he helped me gather!

And I was able to assemble these gorgeous flower bouquets

for the appetizer and cupcake tables.

They colors were rich and perfect for the day.

And finally clipping the bride and groom a perfect bloom.

Jones Fest || Beautiful Pictures

And to share some of the beautiful details of the day

through the professional lens!

These pics don't need any captions - 

{except that I borrowed them from dropbox and they didn't download right}

love them and the beautiful union they portray.

Jones Fest || Tidbits of the Day!

We woke up to a beautiful summer day for 

JonesFest!

I dug out my cake server and knife for the occasion - these beauties are 17 years old!

We met at the beauty shop for the girls to get hair and makeup complete!

We had a very relaxed timeline.  Blake and I snuck away after she had hair and makeup done

 to put the cake in place - Grandma Jean made the cake for Morgan and it was just perfect.

We placed the last of the baby's breath and everything was ready!

We headed back to Morgan's aunt Susan's to eat some lunch before heading the the church.

The wedding party bus driver (the dad) and the boss (the mom) in deep discussion.

Finishing touches on her new sister!

And I even got myself and updo!

Soon, everyone was dressed and ready for pictures!

Morgan and Ethan passed a note back and forth as they got ready for their day.

They did not see each other before the ceremony, full of tradition!

DH sent me this picture from home - loved it!

And Joe got some snuggles from Morgan's cousin Eli during the ceremony!

A snapshot of our crew!

And we were blessed that mom's brother Greg and wife Pam came from North Carolina for the wedding.  We enjoyed having them here and visiting and then meeting up for breakfast the next morning.  It was a wonderful (not long enough) visit!

We had a wonderful time.