Michael & Lillian's Wedding

Father Rey and I went down to Ann Arbor over the weekend to attend Michael & Lillian's wedding. The drive was long of course. We made a pit stop at Gaylord and had a classy meal at Ponderosa. We made it through several thunderstorms on the way down and made it to AA by 12:45am, thanks to my quick driving skills (I mean c'mon, driving close to 90 in a conversion van takes skill). After dropping father at St. Mary's rectory, I got to hang out with Inchai and friends at O'Conners. It was a good time!

I attended the 10am church service at St. Mary's, followed by brunch with Inchai and Ron at Coney Island. Then it was time to suit up. Father Rey and I arrived at Cobblestone Farms by 2:15 and had the chance to meet Michael and Lillian before the start of the ceremony. It was outdoors and the weather was perfect, maybe too perfect. It was like 80 outside but thankfully there was cloud cover from time to time. It was nice to see the dance team again and some old friends as well. As Father Rey gave the final blessings, we took refuge under the trees. With our glasses of champaign, we chatted next to some farm animals (funny huh) and almost got my hand bitten off by the horse. At least the sheep, goats, and ducks served as a nice background noise to the hustle of people congratulating the new couple.

Annette, Beth, Lisa, and Stacey - lovely aren't they?	Michael alone under the leaves, waiting for his bride.
The crew of Ocean's 11: me, Nathen, Rainer, Damian, & Kostas.	Lillian and her father (insert song "Isn't She lovely...")
Cutting the cake. Erin did a wonderful job making it too!	Making silly faces at the camera.

 

After the beautiful cake cutting event, we slowly marched indoors for the reception. With my MC abilities and Evan's DJ skills, the nite started off well. The food was great and even the dessert was a worthy treat. By 7:30 I announced the couple's first dance: a waltz to "Shrek". I must say Michael did a good Am. Waltz basic, even got the underarm turn - way go man! There was much drinking and dancing throughout the night. In between we manage to do the bouquet toss and the taking-off the garter ritual. I even got to see Father Rey break down some funky dance moves! The evening ended well and it was worth the drive to see everyone again!

Behold, the fountain of youth! Chocolate that is.	Lillian & Michael pose before dinner.
The Bakers of the wedding: Erin and Beth.	Go Father Rey! Go!
Lots of dancing throughout the nite.	Looking sophisticated.
Evan, the hip DJ.	Another accidental dance formation.
Me, Damian, and Steph just acting silly.	Me and Michael, exhausted.
The beautiful Lillian and I (nice dress btw).

We left as fast as we would on Monday. We left AA at 9am and caught the 3pm ferry (made a quick detour to p-town for some supplies). But the weekend was a blast nonetheless!

Father Rey and I catching the 3pm ferry.

Wonder if Father is going to eat his fries. . .