Wedding Day Breakfast

June 9, 2012 dawned warm,sunny and filled with anticipation. After the ladies returned from getting the wedding do's, Bede made a fabulous pre-wedding breakfast for the groom, his entourage and the rest of us. Joanna and Jamie danced and wrote happy messages to the happy couple. Andrew seemed at ease and ready to begin married life. Music, laughter and the smell of bacon and eggs, not to mention pancakes, filled the house. It was a great beginning to a fantastic day.

The groom and his best man are almost ready to go

The groomsmen.

Getting on the bus, headed to the church... Stay tuned...there's more to come!

Promotion

On May 1, 2012, Bede Jr. was promoted to the rank of Major. Bede Sr. and I drove to San Antonio for the event. Bede Sr. was able to administer the oath of office to his son. Quite an honor. Bede's fiance, Brittany and her mom and dad were there as well. It was wonderful spending time with them. After the promotion, there was a reception at the squadron. Cake, cupcakes, wings, beer and sodas for all. We were so delighted to be a part of such a special day. Although how I got old enough to have a son who is a major is beyond me. It seems like it was not very long ago that Bede Sr. was a major.It just boggles the mind. I know I have mentioned before in this blog that time seems to move increasingly faster the older I get. I frequently have to remind myself to stop and take it all in. Andrew's wedding is just 3 weeks away, Bede Jr. will be married in less than a year. My grand baby is already 2 months old.It's an amazing, wonderful ride. I'm hanging on with both hands and my eyes wide open!

Lincoln Marathon & Half Marathon

                               
Bede ran in the Lincoln Half marathon this morning.

                              He and 9999 others! 8000 ran the half and 2000 the full marathon.
                 We woke up to thunder and lightening. But the weather cleared and it was perfect for the run..

                       It took Bede more than 25 minutes to get to the start gate once the race had begun.

                                                               Taking the 1st turn.

                 Finish was on the 50 yard line of Memorial Stadium.  Waiting for the runners to enter.

                                                                Here comes Bede!

                           Racers were on Husker Vision in the stadium as they crossed the finish line.
                                                   Bede's time approx -25 min of the time on the sign.

                                                             Home and ready for a rest!

                                            After a victory meal, shoes off and ready for a nap...
                                                                   Great job Bede!