An American in Sydney: Summer in the states

In addition to attending two wonderful weddings, our five weeks at home were spent doing a million other things. The best part of being at home was being able to do some serious family bonding. My family has been going through some momentous events and changes lately, so I was relieved to be home for a significant amount of time. I'm really happy I got to see a lot of my friends and extended family too. Time really flies though!

What else? I spent a lot of quality time with Terry's family as well, especially when we were down the Cape for a week. I also caught up on a ton of wedding planning. Terry did help - a little bit. We met with our priest, Father Brian Clary. He is wonderful, we are so grateful he is marrying us. We also booked a photographer, a videographer, and a florist. I loved all three of the vendors, and I'm so happy with our choices, but I'm completely obsessed with our florist, Edison - he owns Madison Floral and just does amazing work. You'll just have to wait and see, though!! I also had my make up test done - just loved my make up!! - and picked out my bridal acessories. Terry's mom Kathy joined me and my Mom at Priscilla's, the bridal salon, which made it a really special day.

While we were in the Boston area, I mostly stayed at my parents' while Terry lived at the Nine Zero hotel downtown. I stayed there for a few nights though. I think the comfy zebra bathrobes are so great.

We also celebrated Terry's TWENTY NINTH birthday while we were home (July 31). Happy birthday, T! We went out to Grill 23 and drinks at the Jury's Hotel bar with our great friends Elizabeth and Dan.