As with most families, Spring brings many firsts such as graduation and prom. This year we had a couple of firsts as well. My daughter Vanessa waited for years to get pregnant and announced in January she was pregnant with her first child due in August. Unfortunately, she was laid off in March from her new job and dealing with the stress of less income, stuck in the house with nothing much to do, and the expense of a new mortgage. Thru many phone calls to mom, and relaxation techniques, she is learning to overcome this stressful time and is now assured that this is “meant to be” as she is blessed with being able to rest during her pregnancy.
My son, Jason had an elaborate wedding and reception planned at the Estate on Second in Santa Ana, CA for May 10, 2020. One hundred and fifty invitations were sent, caterers and photographers paid in full and then ol’ Rona showed up. The bride was less than pleased, while my son took it all in stride. They ended up getting “Hitched at the Honda Center” in Anaheim, CA on May 15, in a parking lot. Those that were there to witness the celebration were told to observe from their vehicles. It looked like a drive-in movie, complete with 6 booths for the to-be-married couples and a booth for the county recorder. Not what they had in mind, but they were grateful and blessed to have the memorable opportunity, and the couple is very happy. We had a small gathering afterwards, complete with an Anaheim Ducks cake. That will be a story to tell the kids and grandkids!
My son, Jason had an elaborate wedding and reception planned at the Estate on Second in Santa Ana, CA for May 10, 2020. One hundred and fifty invitations were sent, caterers and photographers paid in full and then ol’ Rona showed up. The bride was less than pleased, while my son took it all in stride. They ended up getting “Hitched at the Honda Center” in Anaheim, CA on May 15, in a parking lot. Those that were there to witness the celebration were told to observe from their vehicles. It looked like a drive-in movie, complete with 6 booths for the to-be-married couples and a booth for the county recorder. Not what they had in mind, but they were grateful and blessed to have the memorable opportunity, and the couple is very happy. We had a small gathering afterwards, complete with an Anaheim Ducks cake. That will be a story to tell the kids and grandkids!