Tim & Christie

So, a few weeks ago a former colleague of mine asked if I could help her out doing some contract work for a few weeks. I took the job and it is just about winding down. It was tough getting back into the work groove but I was so happy the opportunity came along. I have known Carol for years and we've always gotten along well. It meant a lot to me that she thought of me for the job. She is so appreciative and thankful and that really makes all the difference.

Anyway, on to more exciting things than work!

Two weeks ago my cousin Tim got married and I was so thankful we were able to make it to the festivities. There was flooding on Long Island and we weren't going to stay at my brother's, but had no one that could watch Dexter. My Aunt and Uncle (Tim's Mom & Dad and it's my Mom's sister) were kind enough to open their home to us. Tim and his wife Christie are expecting their first child, a girl, this coming October. Tim and I were close growing up, I remember getting together often and we'd torment his younger sister, my cousin Jen (sorry Jen:) He is only a year younger than me and we've always gotten along well. It meant so much to me to be there. It was also my first time meeting Christie and I couldn't help but notice during the vows the way Tim looked at her. So clearly in love and it brought tears to my eyes. They are going to be such wonderful parents, I just know it.

This is what happens...

when you're pulling your kiddo in his wagon with your camera around your neck and you snap pictures of your dog who runs in circles around the yard (I really love this dog you guys...)

Morgan's Bachelorette

Last night we celebrated Nick's brother Aaron's fiancé Morgan at her bachelorette. We went to a show called "All The Single Ladies" at Ned Devine's in Boston and it was HILARIOUS! Afterwards we headed over to Dick's Last Resort which is a fun place to visit if you have never been. It was really great to have a girls night out, and it was just so much fun. I won't post too many pics because, well, that just wouldn't be very nice.

Needless to say, I know Morgan had a great time and the wedding will be here before we know it!

Sarah & TJ's wedding

Friday night we celebrated the wedding of Nick's long time friend TJ to Sarah. It was beautiful outside and the event took place at Glen Magna Farm in Danvers, MA.

The ceremony was short and sweet and the wedding was wonderfully laid back. I've talked about this before, but we are truly fortunate that Nick's guy friends have married some really amazing women. I think of many of them as sisters to me, and yesterday someone commented that "friends are the family that you choose." I'd definitely say we've chosen some of the best ones.