Mr. & Mrs. Barger

Jessica has been one of by best friends since Junior High, her and I have been through a lot.  She moved across country with her then boyfriend (now husband) Jeremy, it has survived our crazy work/school schedules, friend drama, and so much more.  So, when she asked me to be Maid of Honor in her wedding I was excited.  I threw her a Bridal Shower and Bachelorette Party; also helped with centerpieces, favor wrapping, and invitation stuffing. 

I just knew that this wedding was going to be unforgettable - and I was right!  It was held this past Saturday at the Historic Firehouse #2 in downtown Springfield.  The ceremony itself was only 15 minutes long, according to the DJs, it had to be inside because of the rain, but they opened the doors and had the ceremony in front. 

Afterwards, the reception was held in the same venue.  We started with eating right away - we were all starved after spending the whole day setting up.  It was really just one big party with a ton of dancing and some drinks.  I would say it ended close to 11:30, which is a success in my book.  They had a great time and honestly, I couldn't imagine two people that deserved a wonderful day than these two did.

Maid of Honor

I can't really believe that I have friends getting married and starting families yet. I just don't feel that I'm at that place and life, while I adore my boyfriend marriage is a long way off. However, I do have a couple friends from high school and college that are tying the knot and I'm happy for them and can't wait to celebrate.

One of my best friends from high school is getting married at the end of April and I am her Maid of Honor. I have to admit that I am pretty excited about this task, however I am totally freaked out about it too. I've never been in a wedding, let alone Maid of Honor. I've looked up my duties on many different websites, but I'm afraid that I'm going to forget something. Knowing my luck it will be something huge!

I've been planning a bridal shower and it's coming along. I have some games planned (bingo, dress designer, couple's quiz, etc...), decorations (I'm renting table linens, ordering flowers for table decorations, going to have pictures of the couple around), and the food... well that's a different situation. I'm not sure about food, I have vegetable and fruit trays planned, chips/crackers with dip and cheese balls, but I feel like there should be something else. The venue does not have refrigeration or a place to heat food - I can bring ice chests and put in a different room to keep things cold, but I don't know what food that would include. Since the shower is from 2:00 - 4:30p.m. I'm not sure what's expected.

If anyone has suggestions for food to prepare ...please please let me know! I would be so appreciative.