I heard the little boys talking upstairs in their room, a few words here and there and some laughing. I had been awake since 4 a.m. so it was easy to just pop up there and cart them downstairs. I love seeing their smiling faces first thing in the morning. Of course the first question was “Heme wake”?
We sat together waiting for the other kids to wake up and eventually Fattima and Ben made their appearance with handfuls of beautiful bouquets from the local Farmer’s market.
Flowers were placed in containers with water and left for the next day. These flowers would be used as part of the centerpieces along with a picture of the bride and groom in their youth.
Meanwhile we worked on our various jobs. Jacki hemmed pants, steamed shirts and made sure all of the men looked just right! Osama served as one of the groomsman and the four younger brothers were ushers.
Yusuf and Alicia arrived that afternoon from Seattle and we all got together for a little family dinner that evening.
Fattima went back and forth trying to decide if staying at Osama and Jacki’s house was best or if getting a hotel room would work better. In the end she chose a hotel a few miles away where the four of us girls spent time steaming dresses, eating snacks and reminiscing.
The next morning it was up at 4 a.m. and off to hair and makeup!
Fattima wore her hair down with a bit of curl and fluff. The bridesmaids were asked to wear their hair up and a little flower was given to each one to complement the bride’s hairstyle.
We picked the girls up from the hotel where we found Jacki working on Deeja’s hair!
This was totally a family effort and each member played their part making the wedding a huge success.
Wonderful wonderful!! The cake was gorgeous, flowers beautiful, wedding dress dreamy and the whole family happy!! Congratulations to the Bride & Groom!!! 😘
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Thanks Linda xxx
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The work that the whole family has put in has been tremendous Lynn. A true measure of how great and lovely a family you have raised despite tremendous difficulties. Well done to you all, but to you especially.
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Thank you so much Peter!
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Awesome ❤️
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Thanks ❤️
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You’re welcome!
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So exciting Lynn! I love weddings! xoxoxox
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Me too xoxoxo
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You have such a beautiful family! xoxoxo
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Thank you xoxo
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A lovely walk through you took us. I felt like a part of your family there. Beautiful and well planned. You deserve a good rest now my friend.
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Thank you so much!
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Most welcome🤗
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Everything was stunning! That cake is gorgeous and everyone looked so happy!
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Thanks so much!
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Oh WOW…. So so happy that you shared this beautiful Wedding from start to finish with us Lynz.. All those finishing touches you all did to make this such a special Day.. And each member of the family taking their place to contribute and make it even more special..
So pleased to see these images..
Many thanks for sharing your beautiful daughter and family with us… What a great Mom you are.. ❤ ❤ ❤
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Thank you so much Sue! That means so much to me ❤️❤️
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😀 ❤
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What a wonderful day and it was fun to think of the little ones talking and laughing and being so excited.
Leslie ❤
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They were so cute
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They sure are! 😉
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Looks so fun. Young love is contagious, isn’t it? So glad it all went smoothly. 😊😊
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Thanks so much! IT is contagious!
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😃😃
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Gorgeous and a little more gorgeous, Lynn. ❤
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Thanks Diana! Hope mom is still doing well and getting better xo
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I’ll be back with her this weekend. All is going well. Thanks for asking. 🙂
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Lynn, thank you for sharing all the wonderful details and the handsome groom and beautiful bride. The family all helping and celebrating together shines! Your cupcakes are a work of art. What a special wedding with touches from the whole family.
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Thanks so much!
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You are so blessed with your beautiful children! Beautiful family, flowers, and cake.
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You are so right!
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So very special xx
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Thanks xo
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Beautiful!!! Smiles and all good wishes. (K)
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xxx
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On we go – most happily
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yes for sure derrick
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Beauty and happiness everywhere, plus gorgeous food! Wonderful family wedding, Lynn. You have created a day everyone will long cherish. ❤
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Thank you so much
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Hey Lynz, The flowers and pre-wedding photos are beautiful. So glad everything went so well. A lot of great planning on your part and the rest of your family. Congrats!
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Thanks so much Gary!
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so loving this diary of the wedding. what a wonderful gift!
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I am happy that you are enjoying this Jodi xx
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Wow, everything is so beautiful! The cake, the flowers, the dress and everyone in the wedding party. Fabulous!
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Thank you Franci xo
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😉
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Hugs & Happiness to you and all of your beautiful family! ❤
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Thanks Bette! xo
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All so lovely!
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