This past weekend we went to Nate's cousin Cheryl's wedding in Santa Monica. Nate had been feeling sick all the week before & after saying a prayer the night before we were supposed to leave, he slept well and woke up feeling a lot better. We were so glad that we were able to go! The wedding was in Santa Monica, so we stayed at a hotel with Nate's dad & brother. I was amazed to be greeted with a warm cookie, that never happens at a Best Western.. The night before the wedding, we went to John & Jill's for a BBQ. A lot of Nate's cousins were there & it was really fun to meet and hang out with them! The girls all helped Cheryl tie bows on flip flops for the reception (such a cute idea to give out), & then we all watched "Father of the Bride". It was such a fun night & I kept thinking back to my own wedding and everything leading up to it!



The day of the wedding, we went to the best breakfast place, "The Pan". They had amazing pancakes with coconut & pineapple syrup & delicious breakfast potatoes. We went back to the hotel after & Nate took a nap since he was still feeling a little sick, & I went down to the pool.


A few hours later we headed to the wedding ceremony. It was such a beautiful ceremony & was at a huge cathedral with beautiful chandeliers and stained glass. I loved how it was so dramatic with the music and everyone looking when Cheryl walked down the aisle with her parents. After the wedding we took pictures and then headed to the Beach Club for the reception. I have to say, that was the best reception I have ever been to. The Beach Club was so pretty & opened up right to the beach! The food was amazing! There were tons of waiters with horderves at the beginning and then later on they had a dinner. We spent time visiting with Nate's cousins, going to the photobooth, dancing, & walking out on the beach. It was such a perfect night! Nate & I kept reminiscing on our wedding & how happy we are to be married to each other! Cheryl & her husband, Christopher seem perfect together & make a great couple! We were so happy to be able to be at their wedding!