The Gradke Family: Brandon

The last weekend we were in Texas was Caitlin and Brandon's wedding. I was so honored that she asked Haven to be a flower girl in the wedding. I love Caitlin like a little sister and have enjoyed getting to know her over the last few years. The weekend was so special to me because of the hours we spent discussing her future wedding day on so many occasions. You may remember that Mandy and I also got to help decorate when Brandon was getting ready to propose. I think it was just so much fun to able to share in her special memories from start to finish.

I have to share about there wedding day. It will be remembered for the rest of our lives. We got to the church a little early because Haven was going to be in the wedding. Regan, Jake and my parents showed up about 15 minutes before the wedding so we could get everything orchestrated. Regan was going to stand at the back and send Haven down the isle to me in the front row of the church. Everyone had been seated for the wedding when a policeman came in and said that there was a bomb in the building and everyone had to get out now. You think I am joking don't you...well I am not. I immediately went to tell Regan to get our families out of the church, he hesitated briefly but seeing the cop he proceeded into the quiet church to get Jake and tell our families to leave. They thought he was nuts, he grabbed Jake and left. As he was leaving the pastor got up and told everyone to go get in their cars because there was a bomb in the building. The fun begins... It had to be over 100 degrees with 90+% humidity outside (in Houston). Long story short...We sat in our cars for 2 hours before they allowed us to go back into the church. It turns out some high school kid in the youth group was making a video for school, or something like that. After lots of tears and TONS of sweat, the bomb squad allowed us back inside for a beautiful wedding. The Reception was a blast, pun intended, and everything ended up working out. Caitlin & Brandon, thank you for letting us share your special day with you!

Rehearsal Dinner: It was HOT and HUMID!!! (check out the sweaty kiddos)