i'm still here.

A prolonged absence. I apologize.

When I sit down to write, nothing comes. I have this head full of thoughts but I don't know how to write them down without feeling awkward.
Bare with me.

I have a new brother. Not my brother biologically but by law. My brother-in-law.

My sister and brother-in-law's wedding was beautiful. Words cannot describe how perfect Ana looked. Every last detail was perfected. Her lace dress, her dark hair against her fair skin, her minimal make-up. EVERYTHING! She was absolutely glowing. It's crazy how much planning goes into a wedding and how you're just anticipating for the chaos and the stress but eventually everything just comes together and falls into place. The weather was cold and foggy but gave the ceremony a romantic feeling. Very eerie yet peaceful. For once, I did not watch the ceremony from just another seat in the crowd but I watched alongside, as a bridesmaid, my sister, Alicia, and my cousin, Kaili. The evening turned into night and the clouds finally decided to vacate leaving us with a clear sky only occupied by bright stars and the shining moon. We danced, we drank, took photos in the photo booth. Ana sang a song to Benette while my dad and his friend played the guitar and the stand-up bass. The wedding was one of the best weddings I've been to. I am so happy to welcome Benette into my dysfuntional (but in a good way) family.

So many life-changing things are happening all around me. One of my very best friends gave birth to a BEAUTIFUL baby boy, Greyson Rene Richins. I'm not being biased, but he is the cutest new born baby I've ever seen. Mackenzie, I am so happy for you! I know it took me a while to come around but I truly am happy for you! How can I not be?! LOOK AT HIM!


I really have so much to say but I feel like if I write all of it right now, my words wont have as much impact so I am going to leave it at that. Until next time fellow bloggers or anyone that reads this. And I promise, next time wont be months or even weeks for that matter. And I will try and post some wedding pictures up soon!

-Lauren Renee.