Philly/NYC Weekend, Chris and Amanda's wedding!

Last weekend I travelled back to the East coast for a short stint in celebration of the marriage of my cousin, Chris, and his
(now) wife, Amanda. I flew to New York on Thursday, meeting up with my mom and dad around 4. I took a walk with mom in Central Park, through the zoo, past street musicians, and swarms of people outside to play. We passed the plaza, made a stop at a few stores, and made it back to their hotel with a few moments to spare before heading over to Will's place. I got to see my brother and his girlfriend's apartment. It is super cozy and comfortable.

Friday was spent going to class with my brother, seeing my dad's elementary school, my mom's house where she grew up and her elementary school, and then heading into Philly for the grand wedding weekend. Nearly as soon as we arrived at the hotel in Philly, we held a band practice for the rehearsal dinner toast. What a fun time! Oh my goodness we were funny :) The rehearsal dinner was very elegant, full of love and sincere words from friends and family of amanda and chris.

Saturday was just as busy as Thursday and Friday. We woke up around 9:30, wandered down to breakfast, to enjoy a great meal with Will and Maura, and Aunt Ann. The buffet was delicious, but was finished just in time to quickly throw on fancy dresses, get hair ready, shoes, etc. Then the wedding happened. Chris and Amanda were married, and we were all there to witness it. It was a beautiful moment, the church pristine, tears all around, a big white dress, a nice black suit, and people dressed to the T in all directions.

Celebrations began...! My family and I walked the music walk of fame along broad st., a must on my dad's to-do-list. That was about it before we had (once again) just-enough-time to get dressed again for the party. And what a party! We danced, ate, and chatted the night away!

Sunday was a bit of a let down after the high energy of the weekend. Brunch was nice in the morning, heading back to New York with mom and dad, and then spending some time with Maura and Will again in their apartment before making the nightmarish trip back home... that took a bit longer than expected. And now I am in home in my home far from home. love to all and happy 4th! caitlin