My girls...

I can't believe I have seven ladies in my bridal party. 

I'm quite overwhelmed, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

(Hope you got a laugh from the photo.

Now I don't feel so overwhelmed)

It has been suggested that I keep it simple with as little as possible, since people come in and out of our lives. Good advice, but I cannot imagine our day without these girls. Each of them has impacted me at different times and in different areas of my life (and I only hope I have touched their lives as well). I love each one of them, even though we may not be able to see or talk to each other every day. I know having a big bridal party will be expensive for the both of us, but in the end, I think friendships are the richest source of joy. We are created to live in community and fellowship with others. And I admit, I miss that. At times, college, work, and family can keep me so busy and exhausted at the same time, I forget what I'm missing.

P.S. If you are reading this, I guarantee that you have touched someone's life in a way you may have never been able to see. You never know, someone's life you have touched may surprise you in the future (whatever that may be!) Have a wonderful week, everyone. Not to mention--I have exactly three days left of my sophomore year at California Baptist University. Yikes, I'm going to be starting my THIRD YEAR this Fall. I can't believe it! And Ben is graduating with his Bachelor's Degree next year! :) Go, honey, go!