The Wedding Forecast

Rain on your wedding day is good luck, right? I was hoping for a nice sunny, springy day like we've been having here in Dallas (highs in the 80's!), but it looks like the weather is set to take a turn. Tomorrow a cold front with lots of rain is headed to town and it looks like it will hang out until after the wedding. So, if you were planning on packing your shorts and tank top, think again. As of right now (Tuesday), the weather channel says there will be a high of 55 on Saturday, with a 40% chance of rain. Pack your scarf and umbrella instead!

Honeymoon in St. Lucia!

For all of you who are wondering, we've decided to honeymoon in St. Lucia! We are staying at one of the Sandals resorts and it looks awesome!
We chose St. Lucia out of the four choices on the poll because the Dominican Republic has too many human rights violations, St. Martin was a tad expensive, and Corpus Christi was a joke (who voted for that anyway!?). So, for the three of you who voted for us to go to St. Lucia . . . you win!

Dallas Bridal Shower

I had another awesomely fabulous bridal shower on Saturday the 18th! My bridesmaids hosted the shower at Kelly, "my running friend's," home. We played fun games that tested how well I know Troy and how well my girlfriends know me (I love those games!). We also ate yummy snacks and delicious cakes. The punch was served out of my bridesmaid, Jamie's, family heirloom punchbowl - they are the most beautiful family!

I was so excited that so many of my friends and my future in-laws came to the shower! I hope everyone had as much fun as I did!

Be sure to check out all the photos on the snapfish group page.

A special thanks to my bridesmaids Stephanie, Jamie, Tina, and Courtney for planning the shower and to Kelly for being such a gracious hostess! I am TOO blessed to have you all as friends!

Kansas Bridal Shower

My Aunt Linda threw me a bridal shower on Sunday, December 28th. It was at the Raymond Baptist Church, in Raymond KS, the town where I grew up. It was a great time to see my family and all my hometown friends! The fellowship hall was decorated with cute yellow accents - we even had yellow cookies and punch! Check out all the pictures on the snapfish group room: troyandaprilswedding.snapfish.com/snapfish (see post below for more information).

I have to give a special thanks to my Aunt Linda, who planned the event. We have had a special bond since infancy when she removed my stinky umbilical cord!

Also, thank you to all the other family members who helped: my grandma, Aunt Deidra, Katy, Haley, Jill, Kaci, my mom, and my sister Nicole.

A Handy Map

Check out our wedding map!
http://aprilandtroy.weddingmapper.com
The map shows how to get to the church, the reception, and other local attractions!

We've Registered! You Can Start Shopping!

We are now registered at Target and Crate & Barrel! Visit www.target.com and www.crateandbarrel.com to see our registries and shop. Of course, you can also shop the old fashioned way and drive to the store!

We made an effort to choose a variety of items that we need and want. Some items are fun and some are serious needs. We thought it might be helpful to point out a few things that we really really need.
Luggage
Iron
Bedding
All Dinnerware
Doghair Vacuum

The Wedding Party

We would like to introduce you to the special people who will be standing at our side on the wedding day.

Matron of Honor:
Nicole Foster, my sister and best friend in the universe!

Bridesmaids:
Stephanie Hirsch, my forever friend from graduate school at Oklahoma State, now living in Houston.
Jamie Gant, roommate and friend from graduate school, now living in Oklahoma.
Courtney Ratliff, wonderful friend, now a social worker in the Air Force, stationed in North Carolina.
Tina Mounts, my first and most awesome friend in Dallas.

Best Man:
Dyron Taylor, long time friend from Georgetown, TX. Best man and friend. PBFL.

Best Man 2:
Connie Miller, brother to the groom and good friend.

Groomsmen:
Jayson Clark, long time friend from Georgetown.
Chris Miller, nephew, although more like a little brother.
Wesley Jones, long time friend from Georgetown.

Flower Girl:
Leslie Boulware, Troy's adorable niece. She is going to be soooo beautiful coming down the aisle!

Ring Bearer:
Domanic Wood, April's sweet nephew. He is so cute about being in the wedding! I think he finally decided it would be okay to carry just the ring and not a sword!

Ushers:
Derek Foster, April's awesome nephew and kindred spirit.
Isaiah Strong, Troy's smart and funny nephew.
These guys are just about exactly the same age, size, and personality! I can't wait to see them together!