Today was Heather's (né Heather Fast, "Church Heather") wedding. The ceremony and reception were excellent but it seemed so strange. I really cannot believe that she is married now. Everyone admits that this will take some time to settle in. She is the first to be married out of a long line of Whyte Ridge kids. It is also a sad day, because today, "Alone in the pew, the people that love forgot" lost a member from its ranks.

The most interesting part of the reception was the bouquet toss. The bridesmaids were sent out to round up single females after none came up willingly. It took three different people, followed by several ominous calls by the master of ceremonies to get my sister into the fray. I don't know how long it will be until she forgives everyone from dragging her up, although hearing "Heather, please come to the front" repeated over the loud speakers was rather entertaining.

It stands to reason that because none of the single women never really wanted to be a part of the toss, they all ran away from the bouquet while it was in the air. Once the bouquet had landed safely on the floor, someone picked it up and forced it into my sisters hands declaring her the winner of the toss. This cruel, heartless action was found to be rather funny by all of us at table 17. I admit that although I felt sorry for her, I did have a laugh at my sisters expense.

Its late and I am babbling. Congratulations Heather and Matt, may you enjoy your new life together.