Marriage

My son was married today. He was my first born child as well as my only son. This was the first wedding in our family and was my first and last experience as the “Mother of the Groom.” I am very pleased with my son’s new wife. I couldn’t have hand selected anyone more perfect for him or for me. I hope I will be a good mother in law.

The weather was perfect. It was a hot, sunny June day with very little wind. After the wedding, my husband and I hosted a wedding luncheon for 51 family members and friends at Seasons in Old Town Albuquerque. The wedding reception was held in the evening at the home of the bride’s parents. There was wonderful food to eat and lots of dancing. The highlight of the evening for me was when all of my family, the bride, the groom, my parents and my husband’s parents danced together in a big circle on the dance floor. We each took turns doing a little jig in the center of the circle while everyone clapped and cheered. I’ve never laughed so hard or had more fun!

The bride and groom cut the wedding cake together. Then the bride threw her bouquet. My oldest daughter caught the bouquet. You know what that means?! She will be married next!