Mr. & Mrs. Joe and Natalie Smith

Today, my sister Natalie is getting married. It’s my first sibling to get married, and I’m finding myself a whole lot more of a sap than I expected I’d be. Cried while redesigning her wedding programs. Cried while writing her processional score. Cried while watching the photo-montage.

The only thing that keeps me smiling? The fact that my brother-in-law-to-be has the same name as a famous cult leader. Joseph Smith.

(What were his parents thinking?)

As to today’s Red Sox header, this may be the only time you ever see it on my website. Ever. Forever. Anytime. You see, Joe (Red Sox) and Nat (almost married Derek Jeter), got me and my father tickets to see a Yankee’s game in July as our bridal party gift. And they tell me it was Joe’s idea. (I also got a custom #10 t-shirt with “Bubba” on the back; picture below). Yeah, you’re pretty cool Joe. Here’s the Red Sox in your honor.

Congratulations you two. Jennifer and I adore you both and feel so honored to be your friends, not just family. Enjoy your day. ch:

The Best 6 Years of My Life

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I longed for a fellow adventurer. Someone that treasured life as I did. Someone that found sunsets in Paris breathtaking, the ocean on an island shore captivating, the stillness of the Alps in winter stirring, the ruins of ancient castles inviting. And the Lord knew my desires before I was even formed in my mother’s womb. He knew it wouldn’t be good for me to be alone. And so he brought me Jennifer Lee. My other whole. My rib. And I praise him for being so thoughtful, so gracious. I have been given what I do not deserve. I love you, Jenny. Thank you for the best years of my life. Eyes ever on the horizon. ch: