Only 115 chair sashes and napkins to iron.
Listening to Peter Ostroushko’s original score, “Minnesota, A history of the land,” and a Josh Groban CD while ironing. Little did I know when I chose the Groban music that “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” would be among the selections. Also listening to Christian radio station KTIS to de-stress and focus.
Vintage blue canning jars rented and readied for bridal party and table bouquets.
The son’s (usher’s) shoes are shined, awaiting his arrival home from Boston.
*Hydrangea have been picked and are drying in the garage, awaiting placement in urns outside the reception venue.
The father-of-the-bride has purchased his suit and his speech is written. (He is anxious to get the hydrangea out of the garage.)
Wedding programs are printed.
And the engaged couple is scouting out wedding photo locations.
* NOTE: Remember the story of the hydrangea thief? I awoke one July morning to find about a dozen hydrangea plucked from the bushes in front of my home and strewn across the lawn and street. Click here to read that vandalism post. Not knowing whether the flower thief would return, my floral designer sister decided to supply the hydrangea for the wedding party and table bouquets and pew decorations. That way I would not need to worry about the hydrangea. Thank you, Lanae. The thief never returned. Two weeks ago I discovered that flowers in the beautiful urns outside the reception venue were dead. So I harvested nearly 40 hydrangea to fill those pots.
Copyright 2013 Audrey Kletscher Helbling
Minnesota Prairie Roots 
So excited for you all! It is going to be such a great day for everyone. I am excited for Marc and Amber. Randy looks so handsome! Love the photo journey prior to the wedding. Have a fabulous day!
Thank you, Beth Ann. We are thrilled and delighted to have Marc marrying our girl.
So excited for you and your family! We are just getting started with this whole process. Megan and her long time boyfriend Kevin just got engaged on Labor Day! They are getting married Nov. 8, 2014. I’m amazed at all that we already have to start doing. Our church is already reserved (Immanuel, Freedom), Farmamerica is already booked for the reception (my husband booked it BEFORE Kevin even asked Megan!!!), the band is hired, the attendants have been asked, and now we’re starting dress shopping. It’s going to be a fun journey! 🙂 Blessings to you. Joan
Congratulations to you and your husband and Megan and Kevin! These are exciting times, aren’t they? We had about half the time to plan as you did, but it’s getting done. Love your little country church and Farmamerica is a great venue. My sister and my niece both had their wedding receptions there.
Okay, then I have to ask…..Do you have any idea how many people you can seat (comfortably) at Farmamerica? Yes, we are excited she wanted to get married at our little country church.
Good luck with your last minute details.
Joan 🙂
No, I don’t know how many can be seated at Farmamerica. I’m sure they have a limit on the number of people allowed in the venue. Most places do and can tell you. I hope you have your caterer booked.
I love photos that show the details of whatever is going on in someone’s life. These are wonderful. Happy Friday, Audrey. I can’t wait to see the photos after the wedding. (finally catching up on blogs I love that I’ve missed for the past month!)
I’m glad you appreciate the details, Kathleen. The details are so important as they comprise the whole.
I’ve missed your comments and your blog postings.
Well, I think I’m getting up and running here! Took a while to let it sink in that it’s just my husband and me and the dogs in the house now. And thank you.
It does take some adjusting to the last one flying the coop. But it’s kind of nice, actually. I hope Abby is enjoying the U.
Thanks for the sneak peek – how exciting that it is coming together! Happy Weekend:)
Getting there…
Soon it will be wonderful memories! Even though some moments produce stress, live each one to the fullest and remember: perfection will only be known in heaven! Here……not possible!!!! Hugs and blessings to all from Tom and I
Thank you, Doreen. The wedding was all we had hoped and more. I appreciate your support and wishes. You are the best.
I/we’re here for ya!!! Now…..on with “life”!!! (yours!)
You are just so sweet.
;-b
I bet you had a evening of fun with family at the wedding rehearsal…. tomorrow will be perfect, i just know it. Have fun and enjoy every minute
I enjoyed every minute, Jackie. Thank you for thinking of our family.
All the best! Lovely details!
Thank you, Stacey. Wedding planning is certainly in the details.
Happiest of happinesses to you and your family on this very special day, Audrey. Hold onto the moments!
Oh, thank you, sweet Emily. The wedding yesterday was filled with moments to tuck away in the heart.
It’s 3:55 on Sunday and I’m praying for you all!!! so exciting and I hope you have a marvelous time! 🙂
Gretchen, you are just the sweetest to be thinking of us five minutes prior to the wedding service. It was beautiful and memorable and all we had hoped for on our daughter’s wedding day.
Hooray!