Two Weddings and A Break-Up

The Saturday before last was my cousin Brandon's wedding. He got married in the woods in Nashville, IN. It was a nice ceremony, even though it was late getting started. Everything was very simple and sweet. Allison, the bride's, gown was very elegant and pretty. My uncle Rick, Brandon's dad, sang and played a song for them on his guitar during the lighting of the unity candle. They used a horse-drawn carriage to take all the guests to the ceremony site, which was unique. The reception was in a small log cabin-like place. It was way too small for the number of guests (200+). I think they may not have thought ahead and planned too well. It was sooo cramped and uncomfortable! Even the special dances and everything seemed unorganized. Over all, the wedding was a nice idea, but an idea that probably should have stayed in the head. I hate to say that, but it's true. :(

This past Saturday was my brother's wedding. They had it at the First Christian Church in Edinburgh. The ceremony was a Zen ceremony and was very refreshing and special. The ring bearer was Aaron's best friend's 18 month old son, Archer. He was sooo adorable! Archer's mom was the maid of honor and Erik, Aaron's best friend and Archer's daddy, was the best man. There were only 23 guests total because it was just our family. They will have another wedding in Hawaii for Eri's family soon. I believe they leave this following Monday. Anyway, the reception was in the fellowship hall. It was a tropical theme. They had all Jimm Buffett and Jimmy Buffett-esqe songs playing in the background, smoothies to drink, Hawaiian decor, leis, the works! It was sooo much fun!!! Well....until I called Kyo and broke up with him. :(

I still love Kyo with all of my heart, but as of now, our relationship just isn't working. He was supposed to come to Aaron's wedding, but like always, money was an issue and he couldn't make it. This was the third time he'd promised to visit me and then couldn't. I suppose I just decided I'd had enough. It wasn't a few hours later, however, that I was calling him and apologizing. Sooo, we were "back together" for like one night. When I called him the next day, I could tell things had changed between us though. It was then that we both sort of agreed that taking a break would probably be the best for both of us. That isn't to say we are broken up for good, but right now we both need time to get other things straightened out. We still plan on keeping in touch. Hopefully, everything will turn out for the best...