Back from Philly

Whew! This weekend was probably the fastest weekend that Mary and I have ever spent with one another. We spent time quality time with my Mike Sr., Barbara, Garry, Ryan, Natalie and Grams. Even more exciting Mike's family and friends were able to join in the celebration at Pica's restaurant. We had a great time. Mary and I were absolutely tired and received a good taste at what our ceremony is going to be like!

I want to take this time to thank all my family and friends that are not able to make the wedding down in Pensacola. I know that all of you have analyzed your budgets and calendars and just couldn't find a way. Mary and I want to let you know that we appreciate your effort and we thank you for making Pica's a wonderful experience for us. I love getting together with my family and friends and celebrating and telling stories. If it wasn't for my father, Mike Sr. and my Aunt Rose and Uncle Lou this wouldn't have been able to happen.

So now Mary and I are on to the next stop, Pensacola! What a wonderful place to get married! We have been hard at work! We have made a mock itinerary for the weekend and we are editing it now. Our ceremony is now written and needs to be edited and put on the web. Tonight, Mary and I are focusing on writing our vows. Mary told me today that she just doesn't know where to start. We have faith that God will show us, through His word, how to begin expressing the understanding of our commitment to one another. We also know that this married life experience will not be an easy one, but one that makes us more like our heavenly Father's example, Christ.

In addition to those who are going to the wedding in Florida make sure you bring your video camera, because Mary and I will definitely have an interesting first dance.
Please check out the hunting pictures brought forth from Mr. Ben Wolcott. Our condolences go out to him since he is not able to attend his hunting trip this September. We hope he gets to out to his cabin sooner than later!

Finally, if there are any family members that have photographs and are willing to share them with Mary and I, email us at mikeandmarygifford@gmail.com and we can post them on this blog. Again, if you have not RVSP'd for the wedding please do so as soon as possible. Thanks guys!