Here Comes the Bride

Since Lisa's safely on her honeymoon, I figure I'll post some of the pictures from her wedding - all of which were taken by our cousin Jodi... and yes were posted on Facebook.  But here's the behind the scenes information you didn't get on Facebook.

All day we were watching the weather reports.  There were threats of rain, and it was an outdoor wedding.  While it was cool, cloudy and windy, it proved to stay dry for photos and the ceremony.

Here's the Koch family pre-ceremony.

L-R: Matt, Kady, Mom, Lisa, Dad, Me, Dave, Drew

And they were sisters.....

The bridesmaids!

L-R: Me, Lisa, Nicole (Jimmy's sister-in-law), Rana (Matt's fiance)

The boys...

L-R: Matt, Danny (Jimmy's Brother), Jimmy, Dave, Drew
I love seeing Drew trying so hard to be a big boy with his hands in his pocket!  He never once complained about the cold and wind.

The Groom with the Ring Bearer

Jimmy and Drew

After pre-ceremony pictures, it was time to go back into hiding for the big moment.  The girls were in a bridal room waiting for the cue, all the while watching the guests arrive and take their places.  Suddenly the sun broke through the clouds and what seemed like seconds later we got the knock on the door... signaling it was "time".

It couldn't have been planned any better!

They said their "I do's" and that was it.  They were married!  Let the party begin!

They Were PERFECT!

If you were under a rock... or perhaps you just stumbled on this blog... my sister Lisa got married this weekend.  Drew and Lisa's 2 1/2 year old daughter were the ring bearer and flower girl respectively.  With kids this age you expect a few "priceless" moments as they walk down the aisle.  You know one child screaming, refusing or doing some other hilarious antic.

Friday we had the rehearsal at the golf course and all the prepping we've been doing paid off!

And then it was the big day....

The two of them were so well behaved early on. Cooperating for the most part for the "millions" of pictures that were taken.  (Drew was asked at one point by the photographer how many pictures she was taking.  In the quick wit of the three year old he told her "millions", managing a giggle or two.).

 

Finally the big moment was here, what will they do?

They handled the walk down the aisle and ceremony amazingly!  Of course once we reached the altar, Drew was off to the side swinging the pillow - which was just show, no attached rings - and Kady handed all her rose petals to Grammy, GrampC and GG. But they remained pretty quiet considering.

Seriously they were fantastic that whole evening - and the days leading up to it.  Dave and I couldn't stop telling Drew how proud we were of him.  At one point he told Dave, "I was just following instructions!"  So for a little reward I told him I'd take him to Chuck E Cheese tonight.  I completely expect all  this great behavior to hit it's wall at some point this week, because after all... he's THREE!

I'll snag more pictures from my cousin Jodi and give them to you in pieces this week... they're all on Facebook (well not all 760... but a nice sampling), so I'll give you a behind the scenes.  Here's a family shot to tide you over.

Homemade is Better

Growing up, my Mom always said the homemade gifts we made in school were extra special to her.  I thought they were cheesy and not as great as something perfect picked up at the store.  Well - I get it now...

For Mother's Day Drew made his first school gifts.  And you know what I love them!  Here's the card he made for me, with a picture of me and all...

And the present he made that was all wrapped up...

A stained glass votive candle.  Isn't it beautiful?!  I don't know what was better, seeing the project he made just for me, or how proud he was to give it to me.  Both were priceless.

Choir Boy

On Mother's Day Drew's Sunday School class through 6th grade sang in the children's choir. It started out so well with an excited little guy...




Since the choir loft is on the opposite side of the church from where we normally sit, I saved a few seats closer to our kiddo.

He did as well as can be expected for waking up at 4AM and sitting with 20 other kids. That is until it came time to sing. He suddenly got a "tummy-egg".

Imagining him puking on his friends or all over himself I pulled him out. He suddenly was fine but refused to go back in. Grrrrr

It's a miracle. After they stopped singing he felt better. (stage fright?)

He did go up to the front at the end of the service and sang a Mothers Day song. So I did get to hear that cute voice.

Several in the congregation told us how adorable he was, and reminded us he was the smallest/youngest of the bunch.

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Reading Glasses Please

Last week Drew wanted to read a new book. But before he would open the book he announced he needed his reading glasses.

Reading glasses? What?  Did I just hear that right?  Confused I asked what the heck his reading glasses were. Then he said, "My black ones".




So now a happy kid can read - indoors that is.

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Pool Season Has Arrived!

With warm sun and temperatures reaching about 80 degrees this past weekend we pulled the pool out for the first time this season!  Drew lived it up (and mommy who was sunbathing took a dip or two to cool down).

Hey Dad... You Wanna Have a Catch?

Finally - the beautiful weather arrived to Northern California.  We took full advantage of it as was evident earlier this week with Drew's Allergy Attack by enjoying the outdoors.  On Sunday after church we enjoyed playing outside and soaking up the sun and near 80 degree temperatures.

After hanging around a bit, Dave and Drew decided to hit a few rounds of baseballs - and Drew did 2 rounds as a lefty, which he is naturally as a batter - and one round righty, which took some extra thinking and coaching.  That's right, Daddy is teach Drew at 3 years old how to be a switch hitter.

Afterward they played catch...

Daddy had to help Drew get comfortable with catching the grounders and learning how to open/close the glove.

I love the look of concentration on this next photo.

Don't worry all you family members who are coming out next week for Lisa's wedding... Dave's doing a nice weather dance for you. We'll try and keep the warm temperatures around.