Shark Teeth

The tooth fairy still has yet to visit our house although our six-year-old has two new big girl teeth...you see, her baby teeth have decided to stick around and hang out with the new ones, creating an effect known as Shark Teeth. She is proud to show these off although she is really ready to learn about the whole tooth fairy experience. The dentist says they should decide to come out eventually...

A Toast

Every little girl grows up with a fairy tale in her heart. I am the mom of two little girls and I see how even at 4 and 6, they daily play princess in twirly dresses wanting to be saved by a handsome prince. I was also old enough to watch that little girl over there grow up, and even though she threw horses and softball into the mix, deep down she has also had the desire to have a fairy tale love story like every other woman here. And I can also say that for a while, she did not believe she would have a fairy tale. It was in those times when she would say, I’m never getting married, that she would lose sight and trust in the Author of her life. But all the while He was smiling, knowing He already had a perfect story written for her if she could be patient. And while your course may not be traditional persay, it has many parallels to some of the greatest love stories…Let’s try Cinderella. We have a young girl who feels stuck in life, unable to fulfill her dreams or full potential. Did you ever have a point you felt that way, Alb? We don’t have to look as far as comparing your cleaning abilities to Cinderella or you having a wicked sister…But really for a while, my sister also believed her true prince would never come and that he just did not exist. But then the Lord slowly put more details of the story into place. We won’t even mention the dress debacle but it worked out quite beautifully if I do say so myself. She met the handsome prince and fell in love...and then she promptly ran away from him, making everything turn back into mice and pumpkins. But then the handsome prince held on to the love he had for her, and he continually searched for her, driving up in his gray steed, working to get a castle for her, and fought for her until she was finally his. See, the Lord who is the Author of each of our lives had the story all written out. Now, I have no doubt that most of the drama lines were your own, but there are just too many beautiful details in the story to deny the Lord’s hand…one of the most beautiful is how this little boy has been treated by the whole Busby family and how he looks so much like both of you. There is just no doubt that the Author of Life created a one-of-a-kind beautiful love story for you. And, your story does not stop here. We can’t just leave here saying it’s going to always be happily ever after. But I do know that God will continue His promise in that if we delight ourselves in Him, He will give us the desires of our heart. And I know that you truly want to be the husband and wife, daddy and mama God has created you to be. So Caleb, Keep treating Albany like the princess she is, and Alb, never forget the Hero that Caleb is in your story. We love you!

Good Night for Dancin'

Announcing the Busby Family!

The Couples' First Dance...doesn't my sister look so happy :)

Father/Daughter Dance

Jessie sang a beautiful rendition of "God Bless the Broken Road" in the ceremony.

My gorgeous groom of nine years...

A Brenna dip ;)

I gave a speech. It made her cry :) I guess I will post it next for keepsakes...

From the photographer's lense...I like seeing my brother and me dancing in the background :)

Dancin' with sweet baby Everett!

Taking a spin with Daddy, Awpa, Uncle Austin, and Hayden :)

Love these cowboys...

Layton did an incredible job twirling little ladies around the dancefloor!

It was a magical night all around!

Here Comes the Bride...

This was quite possibly the world's sweetest wedding. The officiant brought a beautiful message of creating a home on the Rock that will hold strong in life's storms. They wrote stirring and personal vows to each other. Caleb dropped to one knee to read vows to Layton, his new son. There weren't too many dry eyes in the place.

Mom did an incredible job with the decorations to help match the beautiful love story that is theirs.

Harrison Clan

 Our family with our new brother/uncle!

All of Granny's great-grandkids...with two more on the way!

 Mr. & Mrs. Caleb Busby

Pre-Wedding

Sunday was full of wedding prep before the big hour arrived...

 The venue was Lytle Cove Cottage in Abilene...and so beautiful.

 The girls were great helpers...and really got into character ;)

 Tea party/break time with Aunt Gwen!

 This guy was clutch...from slideshow prep to awning repair to furniture mover to drink icer to decoration holder...and easy on the eyes to watch ;)

I can't believe I managed to get these two to sleep. They were much too excited to rest!

 The bride receiving a gift from her groom...

 She wore my Granny's old garter--something old, borrowed, and blue!

 My sweet professional flower girls...

 Their beautiful Bobby...

 Layton loves his new belt with his new name.

 They loved their up-dos!

 Before we went out, we circled for a prayer. Audrey volunteered to pray and started the tears flowing..."Dear God, Help Buzz be a good dad to Layton and help Bobby have a great wedding."