I had an amazing weekend. I had it all planned out. While Jay was going to be asking for my dad's blessing, I would be attending the bridal expo with my friend "ishie." Well things didn't quite go according to plan.

I woke up Saturday excited about what the day would bring. Jay on the other hand, woke up lets just say... grumpy. He was so nervous about talking with my Dad that he barely said 2 words to me. The Bridal Expo started at noon, and so was the "The big convo" with my dad. Its about an hour drive from where we are to where we need to be. Thank to the crummy freezing rain, we had a late start. By the time we were at our destination, it was just about noon. So I ended up being present for "The Talk" (Which I tried everything in my power not to be).

There we were, the four of us, my mom, dad, Jay and I. My dad can be very intimidating. Jay pushed forward and started the dialogue. Jay said the most amazing things about me. How much he loved me and my daughter, being a family, etc. Although Jay was tripping over his words, and stuttering; I am so glad I was able to be apart of the conversation. My dad then questioned us on our definition of marriage. He then discussed how its hard work, and the importance of a spiritual bond. We assured him that God would come first in our marriage. Keeping God first is the only way for a marriage to be successful. Then finally, my dad welcomed Jay to the family. I AM SOOO EXCITED!!!!!!!

As if things could get any better, My mom accompanied me to the Bridal expo. I had so much fun. "Ishie", met us up there. There were so many vendors there. I tried a variety of cakes. Red Velvet is the winner!!. I got tons of ideas and entered my name is several drawings. Then there was a fashion show. I saw some gowns i really liked, and bridesmaid dresses. At the end of the fashion show, there is a grand prize drawing. AND I WON!!!!!!! I couldn't believe they called my name. As soon as I heard my name, I yelled "Shut up". I never win anything. On the day of my wedding, I will receive $500! That will be right on time, because i am sure we will be broke! hahaha

I finally feel like it is official now. Now here goes the planning! :-)