That night was the rehearsal dinner and it was our first test at keeping Amelia out WAY past her bedtime. She did a fabulous job, but we had to leave a little early. She was wiped out and we knew we had an even longer day ahead of us. She was in bed and asleep by 9:30 and slept all night long. I wish the same could be said for me and Andy. We were both tossing and turning until 2 AM! We were exhausted the next day!
Saturday morning, we met up with our dear friend Faith and her daughter Mary (who is 1 day older than Amelia) at the park. It was a GREAT park. It was mostly little kids and it was "little kid" friendly :) My parents, sister, cousin Cheryl and her friend Roy met us there to play. Then we saw the TRAIN! So, we were off. We took the kids on a quick ride around the park. Then it was off to lunch. Needless to say, we were successful in wearing her out for a nice long nap because the wedding was that night. We probably ALL should have napped while she napped.
The actual wedding was so beautiful. The ceremony was so pretty and the weather was really wonderful. Amelia did great. She didn't cause a fuss and she stayed in our laps the whole time (mostly). She did start talking when it got really quiet, but I only think about 2 people could hear her:) The reception was nice and we were hanging in there...but it all went downhill pretty quickly. Amelia was done around 8:30 - just before the main course was served. So we had to say our goodbyes and leave with an exhausted baby and empty stomachs (ours - not hers). We really wanted to stay and party...maybe if she'd been a few months older...or if we had been able to find a trustworthy sitter in Austin...but we made the most of the time we did have.
We made the trip back on Sunday morning. She was great once again. She got to play with her new Elmo toys (we bought those for wedding entertainment on Saturday afternoon...it was a nice treat for her). We made it back in time for her to nap in her own bed. I know she was ready for it after sleeping in her pack n' play all weekend. Then we were off to yet another PARTY!!! Andy's cousin's daughter was turning 4 and had a party at The Little Gym. Amelia was playing and hanging in there with the big kids. She was dancing, bouncing, climbing and chasing bubbles all over the place! She was completely worn out and was in bed by 6:30!!!! I think we're all ready for a good night's sleep...and a calm, relaxing few days :)
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