Wedding Week - Installment 1
Two things. One, the suit Jackson is wearing this weekend arrived on my doorstep today. Oh my word, it is out of control cute. He hasn't tried it on yet but I know I will not be able to take my eyes off either one of my men that night!
Two, my mom needed to have a really effective workday today, so I have tried not to call her all day. We just spoke and I was given a very juicy piece of information. Right now she and my dad and sister are on their way to have private dance lessons. Dance lessons. Wow. I am so tickled about this. If only I could be a fly on the wall in that room tonight! Mom said she wished Curt and I could be there, but I assured her that it would be the quickest way to send us into couples therapy. (There's a reason we didn't have a dance at our wedding reception.)
Mom wanted you all to know that she would not be needing lessons if they were going to dance to 80's aerobic music. Man, that was selfish of Melissa not to pick any songs that my mom could make a routine to! There's just no end to the abuse of the Mother of the Bride!
Labels: Amanda, Beth, Melissa, Melissa's Wedding
posted by Amanda @ 4:29 PM
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178 Comments:
I think little boys in suits are the cutest. As well as, a beautiful flower girl. My daughter has been a flower girl three times. She was just adorable. Hope the dance lessons go well.
What kind of lessons - the tango? The waltz? I'm sure you all know how to line dance! Yes, from one who came of age in the '80's, I concur with you, Amanda, it's too bad you can't all be assured of some right regular disco on Melissa's big night. Oh well.
Have fun getting ready for Saturday!
Mazel Tov,
Warm in Alaska.
This is SOOOO Exciting!!! I wish we all could be flies on the wall. What a hoot! You guys are all so wonderful. Please know that there are myriads of prayers going up for your whole family. Thank you, SO MUCH, for sharing this special occasion with us!! And, Beth, talk about sending us all for a new pack of mascara. PUH-LEEZ!!! I about bawled my eyes out after reading your precious dedication to Melissa. There's no doubt that mascara sales went up around the globe. What a precious, precious family.
Oh, of course, I can't wait to see Little Man in his duds. Yay!! What a treat that will be. ;-)
You are so loved!!
Monica
How exciting!! Praying for all involved! (Especially the dance instructor!!)
I've been thinking about all of you today...this is going to be such a crazy fun week. Praying for peace in the midst of the chaos!
Amanda,
I have a picture that sits on my desk of my oldest son when he was 5 wearing a tux, hair slicked back and he is escorting the flower girl who loved him. The look on his face is priceless. He wanted nothing to do with a girl. LOL! He was the ringbearer in my friend's wedding! Little boys in their suits are just to much!! Love it!!
Your mom cracked me up on the 80's music. I am with her on that since that was my time! LOL!! I bet this will be fun and there will be a story to tell.
How fun! I want to go to dance lessons! Is it fun to be a close and participatory specator this time around?
Wow, I've been trying for 15 years to get my man to dance lessons - perhaps when we are empty nesters?
Blessings to you all this week, especially Melissa.
Karen
Dripping Springs, TX
I am so happy to read about Melissa's wedding! How exciting! I will marry the man God created for me in 180 days! What a sweet blessing!
First of all, your mom's letter to Melissa was priceless. Brought me to tears and I have 2 boys that are 7 and 9. Not anywhere close to experiencing the "mother of the bride" thing. It was just amazing.
Second, it would be a lot of fun if you posted about how Curt proposed and maybe some pics of your wedding since the blog was not in existence back then and all of us in blogland didn't get to "ooh" and "ahh" all over you (although I am sure you got plenty of that).
Thirdly, there is absolutely nothing in the whole world that will make you clap your hands and jump around and squeal than when your little guy is all gussied up for an occasion.
My husband and I had a little getaway to The Houstonian this last weekend and we saw a bride and groom checking in and I said, "Oh my goodness, Melissa gets married a week from today!". Needless to say, my husband was very confused, then somewhat tickled that I am so dedicated to this blog.
Can't wait to see pictures of the big day!!
Maybe y'all could throw in some Sister Sledge for your mama to dance to at the reception.
I am having visions of Beth doing her best body pump to Olivia Newton John's "Let's Get Physical" then quickly flashing over to the "Maniac" dance scene in Flashdance all while praising and every so often giving up a big old "GLORY". Too funny
KEEP BELIEVING
While little boys in suits are too sweet for words....they are also VERY nerve-wracking. My little man had to wear a white tux in his cousin's wedding just before he turned 3!!! Are you kidding me? I was even afraid to put him in his car seat...who knew what stains are embedded there!?! I basically had a beach towel wrapped around him at all times till the wedding was over! I will pray that you can keep him quiet during the wedding...no easy task. May I recommend a back-pack on your seat b-4 the wedding begins with snacks (CHEWY!) and quiet games/magnadoodle, etc.
Enjoy this week and, AGAIN, thank you SOOO much for sharing!
Love,
Heather in CA
I say Melissa needs to play just ONE song that your mom can totally do a routine to. You know, one of her favorites from way back when.
I think next Fall in San Anton we should do an '80's aerobics night. That way we can all indulge and then work it off.
I'm so excited for all of you, it's ridiculous! I think it is so amazing that your parents are taking dance lessons for their baby girl! That is awesome! I'm sure we'll get to see lots of pictures and we can't wait! Jackson will just be too adorable for words! Have fun!!!
Have a great week--being sister of the bride is almost as much fun as being the bride (and not as much stress!) Can't wait to see pictures of Jackson in his suit!
While still in college and dating, my then significant other (now Hubby) and I took ballroom dancing as a PE credit. We came so very close to ending our relationship over that course. Something about the guy is suppose to lead....whatever! (Happy to report - we have been happily married 12 years and we haven't ballroom danced a step since!)
I'm trying to picture Beth as Olivia Newton John at the wedding singing flashdance. Hysterical.
Thank you so much for sharing your lives with us. YES, talk about tears! Beth, thank you for including us with your heart in your letter to Melissa. Have a blessed time this week with Wedding preparations. You are loved!
"Dancing With The Siesta Stars"...Can you just see it!!! Is your dad a "mover" or "shaker"? Oh my...I can hardly wait for wedding pictures!!!
I am so excited for all of y'all Texas people, especially Melissa! I know girls look forward to their wedding since childhood, and I hope yours Melissa is all you imagined and want it to be. I'm still looking forward to my own(which might be awhile since there are no prospects! :) ) And Miss Beth? You are precious. Much love to all of the Moore family. :)
I'm sure your mom will dance gracefully if she stays centered on her "lead"!! I wish you all great joy in this event!!
In His Graces~Pamela
I just wanted to say. Welcome to Atlanta Melissa. I am a Ga girl and can tell you where tons of the Starbucks are!!! The best is in Roswell my store of course! Hope to c u around the town at some point. Welcome to Atl Moore's and all. Have a super duper time at the Wedding. Jackson will be super cute I'm sure.
Love
Christi
Oh my goodness... I can just picture Jackson... so precious in his formals. :o)
Amanda, you crack me up with your teasing of your mom. I have a feeling there will be a little pay back comin' though. HA!
You know what's kind of funny? I just posted an addition to my blog and guess what it's about? DANCING! How funny. Specifically, it's about dancing with our King and letting him lead.
We'll be praying for you all and that the Wedding goes off without a hitch.
Blessings to all!
Anna in MO
This is so neat. Can't wait to see the pictures of it all.Your all in my prays for everything.God bless you all.Love sister in Christ Victoria NC PS the letter was so sweet I cried.
Oh, I hope there are photos of this!
Jera
I would love to be inside Keith Moore's mind as he is taking dance lessons!!! Watch out Dancing with the Stars!!!
We're thrilled for y'all this week.
Covering you in prayer every single day!!
Blessings~
Fran
How excited I am for Melissa and Colin. Beth's dedication was so moving. How precious that will be in years to come. I know the Lord will bless this union. This May will be 15 years since I walked down the aisle and married my man. Yes, what Beth said is right. Marriage can be tough. The road can be rocky, and then it smooths out and then it is rockier than before. But it is worth the bumps in the road to work through the problems. Even as I write this my man and I are on the rocky road. But I know we will work it out. And please, tell Melissa, "Welcome to Georgia", the home of southern hospitality. I hope she loves living here as much as I do. Of course , I am an original Georgia Peach, so yes, I am partial. Can't wait to see pictures and yes, please post some pics. from your and Curts wedding.
I pray God's blessing on all of you, especially during this very busy time.
Signed,
Lovin' God
Jackson will look so adorable in his suit! I loved seeing my oldest son in his when he was a ring bearer. And dance lessons (what, no 80's aerobics routines?). Actually, I love to dance but would need lessons for the more formal couples' dances (I tend to lead and step on toes). I know this week will fly by before you know it! Congratulations again Melissa! Enjoy every moment of your special day and the years to come.
Congrats to y'all--whether you have two left feet or just one. The blessed thing about dance lessons--you can learn a lot in a short time!!! Your family has been in my prayers today and will continue to be as the Day draws closer!
At lunch this week my girlfriend introduced me to Steven Curtis Chapman's(daddy-daughter dancing song, "Cinderella"!
Any other siestas who sob like a baby when you hear that song? I don't even have a daughter, but girl, talk about crying a river...
Hey the foxtrot is always a winner on the dancefloor. My hubby and I are going dancing on Saturday night. (We'll close our eyes and pretend we are in Houston!!!
Love, brenda from Indiana
Oh, Melissa, PLEASE for us add some 80's dance music. Just a little Starship, Chicago, or Billy Joel. That is so HILARIOUS!!!!
Maybe if nothing else, Beth could wear her leg warmers while she kicks it up with Keith.
On a serious note, AJ, being the Bride is wonderful, but nothing compared to standing up for my little sister on her wedding day. It was an honor that I will always cherish.
Love and Prayers this week!!!
(and leg warmers too!!!)
April
Lauderdale MS
so no breaking out the big hair and spandex at the wedding for the 80's!!
LOL on the dance lessons!
Love it!! My family went and had dance lessons for my sisters wedding. Fortunately the photographer came and took some candid shots of them at the lessons. They were too funny!! Im thinking it will be time for another video post, showing the Moore family singing and dancing to We Are Family!! Too great!!
I agree Keri, that it would be awesome if you posted some of your pics and special memories about your special day Amanda. I love hearing about anybody and everybody's wedding!!
Hope you have a great week getting ready for the big day. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers!!
Love ya'll!!
Nikki
This is so exciting. Thank you for sharing. I sent my mom a copy of your mom's blog to Melissa. I just cried and cried. It was priceless. I am praying for your family that it will be a blessed event and a life of many blessings!!
Enjoy all the fun and keep us updated!!!
Thanks!
Thanks for posting AJ. I know this is a busy time and we would understand your being unable to keep us up to snuff on all the fun stuff.... BUT OH HOW WONDERFUL it is to be included.
Enjoy this time NOT dancing. :0)
I bet he'll be just adorably handsome - what a little man! I loved the boots from the other post.
Amanda -
You will definitely have to share some pics of that handsome little guy. I haven't had the occasion to get my son all dolled up in a suit, but I get excited when I get to dress him up for church and holidays. I can't imagine how proud you'll be.
I second the request to see some pics of your wedding!
I have wanted my hubby to take dance lessons forever, but I just don't see it in our future. :)
Thanks for keeping us updated. We can't wait to hear more. Prayers to all of you during this special week in your family.
Love
Cynthia in OK
PS: Beth - That was the sweetest most special dedication. Like Monica - I just bawled! Thank you for sharing something that is priceless. It was just beautiful!
Maybe you can "You Tube" it! That would be fun to watch.
Amanda!
Jackson is going to be so handsome!
Will he wear his cowboy boots?
I pray all of God's blessings on each of you during this special time. I just see this as a joyful time...a celebration of love. May you all feel our prayers and love.
Beth, darlin', your words to Melissa were so beautiful. Thank you for sharing such a personal love letter. It was encouraging and my heart prays that all our daughters and sons could feel loved so tenderly. Maybe God's touch in our lives can make that happen. Even in hopeless situations we can have that faith. Walk proud, Mama Beth. We will be surrounding all of you with prayers.
Beth,
Thank you so much for including us in your letter to Melissa. How precious it was!
Amanda,
Ain't nothin' like Tod in a suit! I'll gobble up those pics!
I'm praying for you this week. Can't wait to see pictures and hear all about it.
...When you mentioned your dress i immediately thought of Jackson's wedding attire...Will he be sportin' his new boots? just kidding!....i just can't wait to see his picture "allgussiedup"
Yahoo! A new post and its about the wedding! What a great way to end a Monday that didn't get such a great start.
Thanks for keeping all of us in the loop. It makes us all love you even more. The Body of Christ is awesome!
"Dear friends, let us love one another for God is love." 1 John 4:7
Amen!
His,
Jen
Well, I'm still trying to recuperate from the previous post...
But am jarred with laughter over the 80s aerobic dance routine thought. Side-ponytail anyone?
My hubby surprised me when he agreed to take dance lessons for our wedding ... then the seamstress who altered my dress didn't take enough off of the bottom and I coulod hardly walk - much less dance - without tripping over it. And do you know that we have not been dancing even one time since then ... not even on our Heneymoon cruise!!!! Bummer ... ah well, he shows me love in a million little ways, so I can't complain!!!
I was talking the other day about how excited I was for Melissa's wedding and he said "who?", I said "Beth's daughter Melissa!" - like DUH, ya know - MELISSA!! He rolled his eyes and shook his head, but he smiled the whole time. He loves that I love you all!!!!
Have a wonderful week, ALL of you! Cannot WAIT to see pics!
Blessings to you all this week and on the big day!! Your wedding day is truly a special day the Lord has been preparing, CONGRATULATIONS!!!
rebecca
THANK YOU, Sister Amanda!!
Gals that we are, we can just never get enough of wedding-planning talk!!SO, you all are so kind to include the Cyber-Siestas with such details, and very generous to share your special family time with us.
PRAYERS ABOUND!
Amanda,
Please let your mom know that we Georgia siestas will take good care of Melissa and Colin. I was absolutely in tears reading Beth's post to Melissa.
I'm sure all of you will be very "fine" for the wedding. Hopefully we will get to see a family photo in the coming weeks??
AJ,
Is Mother of the bride Beth going to be wearing leg warmers under her dress? Oh my, I do so remember those days of aerobics!
I liked the leg warmers personally and I bet your Mom would look so cute in them. Hot pink! :-)
We really would love to see some pictures!
I can't see Keith dancing..I'm trying to picture it. What's that old dance that they used to do with boots on?? The Electric Slide?
Oh this is so fun!!
Thanks for sharing the event with all of Siesta's in the blogland of Siestaville!
Blessings,
Teri
Dance Lessons! My man and I are starting them next week! It's a new thing for these empty nesters!(
You all are so hilarious and I totally can see Beth dancing to
80's music. I cracked up just thinking about yall dancing to the thrillers song.
I cried Beth when reading your letter to Melissa. I pray that when my special days come that my parents will know Christ and bless my marriage.I have never had sex or even kissed a guy or had a boyfriend at this point for many reasons. 1. Because I want to be in love with God and I want to seek God for mythat special someone 2. I don't even want to kiss because I think that it would be a special moment for everyone (family isn't believers) and that my husband would appreciate that not only have I never had sex but I saved my first kiss for him. 3. I know that if I do kiss if I get a boyfriend I will want more. I don't even want to test those waters. That is the only pure thing I have about me that I can share intimately with Christ. I am nothing but addiction, bitterness, resentment,fears and the list could go on.
Back to the letter. My parents think there is something wrong with me because of my relationship with Christ and my goal. (I am narrow minded my dad says) I say you bettcha! Christ is the only way I am going. I won't settle for less. I hope that I can have that kind of blessing from them by the time my wedding comes. That is something to cherish.
Everyone enjoy this fun time! Please catch with your video cameras if 80's music is playing!
Blessings to you, dear Melissa. Congratulations!!!I am rejoicing with you and your family.
Beth's letter to Melissa brought back a flood of memories from my own wedding 3 1/2 years ago, and I was reminded of the things that my own mother shared with me right before I walked down the aisle. I hope that this week and weekend will be full of precious family memories for years to come.
Ironically, my husband and I met Beth and Melissa coming down the escalator at IAH after our honeymoon the next week. We moved to Atlanta a few days later too. Melissa, may you and Colin always be best friends.
Oh, sooo praying for the "four Moores" this week. Just love you all and your mom's post made me cry. I would love to commission my daughter like that! Bless you all this week...espcially that beautiful bride!
Oh, I'm sure Beth is creative enough to come up with some kind of dance routine...don't let the lack of 80's music stop ya. As long as it has a beat, go for it.
Cindy
I guess Keith's ballet routines and Beth's aerobics need a little tweaking before the big event? So funny! My hubby only dances for the amusement of his wife and two kids -- and believe me, it is amusing!
Let me join everyone else in saying thank you for sharing your letter to Melissa. Beautiful. My daughter is in college and we call each other now when there's a new post -- 'Have you read the blog today?' My husband and her boyfriend tend to give us eyerolls when we talk about y'all like you're our friends! Blessings this week!
I am sure Jackson will be too cute in his little suit. My nephew Daniel and Jackson could pass as brothers. I was showing my mom some of the pictures on the blog and she had to take a double-take - she thought she was looking at Daniel!! Enjoy the special time with your family during the wedding weekend! As you know, it goes so fast! The 80's discussion is cracking me up. Bring on some cheesy 80's tunes - "Gloria" comes to mind. Actually, one of my favorite 80's Christian tunes is "Love of Another Kind" by Amy Grant. God Bless you all!
Hi Amanda,
Look at the joy you all are bringing to all of us "siestas"! This is wonderful to be able to share your excitement! Weddings should be just as you are experiencing...a blessing to your family and a time of so much happiness together. I pray everything continues to go well this week. Thank you so very much for sharing as you all do.
Jackson will be truly princely!!!
definitley had a side ponytail, not to mention the tulip rings all the way to my knuckle! Love the 80's
Embarrasing kid story to tell my son's first girlfriend...
My son was 3 when he was the ring bearer for my brother's wedding, he looked adorable in the tux.
Suddenly right before he was supposed to walk down the aisle... he had that look... you know the one...where your are concentrating on your "business"...
Let's just say I am glad I had the foresight to put him in a pull-up and as soon as he walked down the aisle we went and changed it LOL!!
I pray that you all have a blessed day! I would love to be a fly on the wall for the wedding! Did the semi truck full of Kleenex arrive yet!
Deb
That is just incredible... wow.
I honestly don't even know what to say. The images of Bethie doing an aerobics routine in her MOTB dress have left me speechless.
Amanda,
Is anyone but ME just a little more than busting with giddyness at the thought of Keith Moore -- the gun slingin', deer huntin', snake shootin', boot wearin', cowboy -- on the dance floor??? :)
Pictures -- we need pictures! And lots of 'em! Actually, video would be grander, but you know we beggars will just take the crumbs that fall to the ground!!
Have a super fun week! I can't wait to hear all about it.
Blessings,
Dori
Praying!!!
Can not wait to see The Tod in his suit . . .
Now we know how much Keith loves his women if he is going to private dance lessons ---- so they allow him to have his hunting rifle as a partner????
Blessings on your week Moore Family!
How fun!! We've taken dance lessons and it's tons of fun!
How Fun!
I know this is going to be one fun week. Thanks for keeping us "posted" on the activities!! I just love a good love story. :)
Praying that you all stay healthy and make some wonderful memories.
And Melissa, I'm praying you fall in love with Atlanta quickly. We've been here 18 months (a little east of Atlanta) and I'm finally feeling like this is home. It's a fun city. :)
Blessings!
steph.
Oh, Amanda. I can't wait to see Jackson in his new suit. Please send us a picture when he tries it on.
You know girlfriend that you all are in my prayers.
I'm sure your mom will do fine on the dance floor.
Love ya,
Mary
I was expecting things to be pretty quiet on the blog front this week, so thanks for Installment 1.
I have precious memories of the week of my firstborn's Friday night wedding. Our son was married on May 4th, and realizing that he would be on his honeymoon on Mother's Day, in the midst of his excitement, he, my husband and our youngest son shopped for my gift- a real rose dipped in 24kt gold. It is the most beautiful gift I've ever received.
Enjoy every moment of this week, and know that your family will be covered in prayer.
Blessings,
Patti
How much fun is that!! My hubby doesn't dance. Period. It makes me a little sad, but you win some you lose some.
Mrs. Beth,
Your letter to Melissa was absolutely beautiful. I almost felt like I was intruding, reading it but it was so sweet I coudln't stop reading until I got to the end.
Amanda,
I loved this entry :)
I also am curious about what kind of dance lessons, and I can't wait to see pictures, especially of Jackson in his little suit
I'm so excited for ya'll! I'm sure Melissa is counting the hours! My sister-in-law is getting married for the first time on March 8th (she is 38). We are ALL in the wedding - my husband, myself, and our two daughters (12 and 9). The newlyweds will be living in Atlanta as well. Lots of great churches there.
I will be praying that all goes well - especially with the dance lessons.
LOVED the letter your mom wrote to Melissa - VERY touching!
I'm going to echo the siesta that suggested you put some of your wedding photos on the blog - would love to see them.
Blessings!
Make sure you know how to do the Macarena! My husband (the music minister at our church) and I (the pianist) and our pastor and his wife nearly set the town tongues afire when we almost signed up for dance lessons. (alas, my hubby and I found out we are expecting so out went the dancing!) I would love to be a fly on the wall at these dance lessons!
Congratulations on the upcoming big day!
Heidi
I'm with y'all on this - how absolutely PERFECT to be going for dance lessons - to be giving Melissa a hard time for not leaving an aerobic format for Beth to follow - and the letter; Oh, that letter from mother to daughter - was that awesome or what?? I nearly had to be picked up off the floor with the heart-wrenching, beautiful words written in Melissa's honor. Something tells me Beth has one written for Amanda somewhere, too.
As the mother of 7 daughters myself, I can appreciate the emotional gears set in motion behind Beth's tremendous love in that letter. I pray my own daughters will rise up one day and call me "blessed" to the glory of God the Father. I'm more than confident that Beth can rest assured "her children arise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her." ~Proverbs 31:28~
Amanda, you are too funny. Can you just picture an 80's jazzercise routine at Melissa's reception! You've got us all laughing on that one. That is so neat that your dad and Melissa are taking a dance lesson. What a great idea. Thanks for opening the window for us all to peek in!
Too funny! 80's music and those leg warmers totally Yuck now what in the world were we thinking LOL!
Jackson is going to look so handsome I betcha He's going to wear His boots LOL! My two kids were in my Brothers' wedding and by the end of the reception the clothes started coming off !
Take lots of pictures can't wait to see the wedding and reception.
Just know in Sister Blog Land We love ya'll and are praying for Ya'll
Melissa I just ask our Father to bestow many special blessings upon Both of You! Your Mom is right Marriage is Hard and when your Husband isn't saved it's ten times worst! You are a Special Woman to have waited for the Lord to send the right man which makes your day even more special!
Only advise I can give you coming from and older Sister is just Love Him with everything you have in the Lord! Communicate with Him about everything and like your Mom said kiss and make up!
Beth and Keith Praise the Lord ! I know you are proud of your little girl and you should ! Many Blessings and Plenty Grandbabies!
Love ya'll
Susan-LA
Everything sounds so exciting. Wish we could all be there. I know your "men" will both look very handsome. Hope you all have a wonderful week. Know we are all thinking of you and praying for you and your family. And yes, we expect pictures of the glorious day. :)
oh I bet jackson will be just too cute and handsome. I am betting that whatever dance they are learning it will be beautiful. Although I bet the dance instructor will need a cup of tea afterwards..hehehe enjoy this week with your sister as she gets ready for her big day.
Can NOT wait to see a pic of the little man in his suit!
Oh, I cannot wait to see pics of precious Jackson in a suit. Will he be wearing cowboy boots with that? ;)
Just got home from my second night of 'Stepping Up'. Oh! My! Word! I am IN LOVE with this study!!!!
It just occurred to me -- only SIESTAS would be blogging about an upcoming wedding! Wouldn't it be a hoot if Beth, Amanda & Melissa's guys posted blog entires of their own about THEIR preparations for the big day this coming Saturday? I'd sure like to read those!
Love it, just love it!! Nothing like the romance of a wedding to get us Siestas pondering our own wedding stories. Both of my sons were ring bearers in my sibbling's weddings. Nothin' like a little boy in a tux to make his mama cry...except when they are in their tux at the front of the church waiting for their bride...both of them took my breath away!
I too, was an 80's aerobics girl. Angie you named the songs I was thinking of. How 'bout "She Works Hard for the Money" or "Hightway to the Danger Zone"! LOL
Moore Family, be blessed this week as you celebrate God's wonderful blessing on you all. And thank you for allowing us to share in this special time with you. You are in my prayers this week and on Saturday. You are loved.
Amanda:
The excitement is palapable! I'm so grateful that you're sharing so I can share this glorious time with the Moores.
What is your plan for getting pictures on this blog ASAP Sunday before the anticipation kills all of us?
Love you, love you, love you!
OF COURSE we going to share pictures from the wedding! We have every intention of doing that.
ROFL!!!
Wow I needed this lighthearted fare tonight!! Thank you Amanda! You put a much needed smile on my face. I am so excited to see pictures of your men in their suits!
Maybe your mom will have to bribe someone to squeek in an 80's tune! I know I will!!! ;)
Amanda, I so agree with the statement that we would love to see pictures of your wedding!
PLEASE post LOTS of pictures of the big event. We will all be waiting!
Beth, your words to Melissa made me bawl, especially the last line. I bought each of my boys that book when they were small and wrote them each a letter to give to them on their wedding day. I had not thought of it in years. My firstborn will be getting married this summer, so I guess I have my first opportunity to give this gift. It is hard to believe that this time is here.
Enjoy this week and know that there are many who are praying for you.
Yay Moore family! I've been praying for you this week! Tiff
Hi :)
I hope this isn't too long, but I must say Thank You and Praise the Lord. Reading the letter to Melissa, and observing the entire situation, has been such a mentoring vehicle for me. We, too, are marrying one off and sending her off from Ohio to Washington state promptly after her honeymoon. We were aware of the wedding, but the sudden move we just found out about last night, and she will be gone in less than a month.
:(
I want so bad to "do this right", meanwhile my selfishness is so badly wanting to take over, but I don't want to hinder the Lord's work. Even though they are moving only for a "good" job he just secured.
And to read your commission to your daughter and to bless her, is "how" I want to do this, I don't know if I can do it as eloquently or make it look as good. I am just going to miss her so terribly bad, and I know how you are feeling siesta Beth. But Thank You for being strong and mature, a wonderful model for me to look to as I struggle through this. I am praying for you, cause this is tough.
Thanks so much for your transparency each one of you.
k
Thanks for sharing! I was actually thinking this morning about the fun week your family has planned. It will definitely be lovely.
Amanda,
You must be so excited for your little sis. And to have your little guy in a tux, so sweet!
I (like many other siestas) cried a river over that sweet letter from mom to daughter. Oh my, it ministered to my heart...
I had to go back and read it later (when the emotional side wore off) and I'll never forget the line about being Melissa being (not just liking) a four shot cappucino! Priceless.
Hope you have a blast this weekend! And you're getting a new family, how cool is that?!! Our prayers go with yall.
Did you ever see that YouTube clip of the bride, groom, and entire wedding party doing Michael Jackson's "Thriller?" It's had like 2 bazillion viewers. I'm betting that's what the dance lessons are for...Amanda, you and Curt better start practicing!
Thank you so much for letting all of us be a part of this wedding and your lives. It is so much fun! My mom and I just laugh and cry together reading this blog. We think that the five of us girls could have a blast together! There is nothing like mother-daughter love. Best wishes this week and please continue to keep us posted.
You will have to let us see a picture! Just think, your little man will be marching down the isle, all too soon. Love ya!
I am just laughing out loud, Amanda. I mean about the reason you didn't have a dance at your wedding and your mom's dance routines. My man will try to cut a rug if he thinks I want to - but it is a stiff run at two/three step with just a twist in the corner! However, dancing and rhythm are not a part of his natural abilities. He likes music, loves to praise the Lord, and well, every once in a while I will even hear him rehersing a verse or two in the car to the radio, but he is not musical or inclined to dance.
I remember the response I got from an old friend when I told him my fiance did not dance, he laughed out loud - you are going to marry a guy who doesn't dance? That is right, I married him in spite of his lack of desire for the dance floor because his love captured my heart. He's just my man, and I don't mind that we sway to the music in the living room, my days and knees for buring up the dance floor --- plus God kindly moved us out of that lifestyle a good 8 years ago which is a PRAISE the LORD! Though we did attend a dance at church last year (a Baptist church - no less!) We have also made the floor at weddings and I taught a bunch of kids how to boot scootin' boogie at the hoe down for the after school program - too much fun.
Anyway.... I've rambled on about enough. My daughter told me last night that she and her beau are seriiouly looking at engagement rings and a wedding date for Summer 2010 - I knew it was coming!
Personally I want them to both be sure this is the right decision for them both, but at the same time Weddings are a glorious thing! I look forward to the feast!
Blessings,
Michelle
The Journey Continues ~
I am anxious to see "Father of the Bride" Keith in his "White" Pat Boone Weddin' boots and kickin up his heels with "Mother of the Bride" Beth in her golden shoes like Esther / Hadassah would wear for King Xerxes!
Amanda, I can see the Tod on top of your's and Curts shoes/feet dancin the night away~
With "Heaven Bound" blessings,
Kim Safina
go to www.casshouseinn.com click on public events and scroll to lower right photo. Look what they caught me and my man doing.
You are a HOOT and a half, Mrs. Amanda!
Looking forward to pictures and praying for you all this special week.
With Joy,
holly
Can't wait to see pictures of the wedding, and Jackson all duded up.
Loved the letter from Beth to Melissa-wish I had been that creative when my daughter got married.
Maybe we will see y'all around Atlanta! We have great Mexican food and lot of Starbucks here too.
Bonnie
I'm betting your eyes with be on gorgeous Melissa much of the time, too! :)
Laughing out loud at the thought of Beth doing aerobics routines to 80's music - big hair and all!! I'm so excited for you guys! Enjoy EVERY moment!!! You'll all be covered in prayer ~
Linda
Too bad for your dad it's not line dancing! This could be the funniest video ever! Poor friend- no 80's music! Having graduated in the 80's I can't even imagine, unless of course it is 40's swing music! Can you picture your dad swinging your mom over his head and around his waist? Can Colin dance? I love you all so much- your mother has got to tell us how the dance lessons turn out! Blessings on all of you this week!
Lisa in Kirkland,WA
Oh my word! I just read the letter to Melissa and let me tell you, i cried for what seemed to be hours but it was only a few moments. it reminded me of my daughter and i during her wedding preparations 10 years ago. And the day of the wedding a total flood. She had picked out the song "Butterfly Kisses" to walk down the isle with her father to give her away- by the way he also had to marry the girl! No wonder I was such a weeping willow and it explains my emotional time when I read Beth's letter. I feel for her so much and I hope she knows all of you are in my prayers. I couldn't be happier-I read the letter tonight in our Bib;e class--yes another flood of tears. Advice, take every moment and cherish them, don't rush anything. I know it will be a glorious day for all! PLEASE SEND PICTURES WHEN YOU CAN1
You are too funny Amanda! I'm sure your mom could throw a grapevine in there somewhere, just for old time sake! Praying for you all this week! Can't wait to see Jackson in his suit!
Love you all ~ Kristin
How wonderful! My husband and I have never, ever danced together.
But someday...maybe?
Thanks for sharing. It makes my day to hear about the happenings of the joyous day.
I think you are right Amanda, your sister should let your mom have some 80's aerobic music to dance to. I remember when my sister got married my nephew was 4 and his tuxcedo was a tuxckeedo and his boutonniere was a bootsmear. His was handsome. Of course he laid down on the floor of the church and used his ring-bearer's pillow to cushion his head as he went to sleep. I don't think the bride and groom were to their vows yet. It was pretty funny.
LOL, I love you. And I love little boys in suits! I was at a wedding this past weekend in which the Best Man carried his tuxedoed toddler down the aisle (before handing him off to his wife and taking his place next to the groom). Cutest thing ever!!
This is an exciting week for you and your family and I look forward to more details and any pictures that you all post. You are all in my prayers this week.
Beth
The letter you wrote to Melissa was beautiful. I shared it with a friend on mine and showed him the pictures of Melissa, Amanda, Jackson and all the family. Have a very blessed week.
Becky
Attalla, AL
a tod in a tux...too sweet :)
and yes shelly...my roommate and i actually rocked some side ponytails like a week ago. on purpose.
Wow! Dance lessons. I've stepped on so many toes trying to learn to dance. My dad's the only one who still dances with me. Everybody gets as far away as possible when the music turns on! Except daddy. He just grins and says at this point he's danced with me so many times he can't feel his toes anymore anyway. Really he just cant' resist his baby girl.
I'd venture to say Beth and Keith are trying their hand (I mean, legs!) with the Argentinian Tango!! Amanda *THANK YOU FOR KEEPING US POSTED WITH THE RUN-UP-THE-WEDDING COMMENTARIES!!* Can you tell your Siestas are excited?? I can't wait to see a pic of the Tod with THE SUIT on!!!! waaaaaah!!! Roll on Saturday!! :)
mariacristina
Do you think your little man and his Bibby will cut a rug at the reception like they do in the privacy of Bibby's home??? (Meaning are they gonna have a throwdown dance off??!!??!!) Hee hee hee hee
I agree that Melissa was being somewhat inconsiderate in not picking 80's music just for your mom! That girl just thinks Saturday is all about her and her new hubby, huh? ;)
If you can sneak a video in of the dancing I would love to see that!
I know the Tod will look so handsome and grown up. It will be a hard day for the sister of the bride as well, I'm sure!
Thanks for keeping us posted!
Amanda in SC
This is such an exciting week. I cried when I read Beth's letter to Melissa. My youngest daughter reminds me so much of Melissa. It is exciting to see how God has taken such a dynamic personality and use it for His Glory!!!!
Gotta see pictures of the Dance!
May our Heavenly Father bless you and your Family during the weeks festivities!
How wonderful - dance lessons! I have a picture on my fridge of my husband and I dancing at his cousin's wedding. It's one I cherish since we don't dance a whole lot. We will occasionally shag or slow dance in the kitchen! I also want to say, "Thank you" to the four Moores. Thank you for sharing your lives with us, thank you for being so open and thank you for making it feel like you're right next door and best buds. Can't wait to hear about the weekend - send pictures!
awwww....I bet Jackson is going to be the most handsome man there!
Yep, we'd be in therapy, too, if I took my husband to dance lessons. Never going to happen.
We were so delighted to hear of dancing lessons and a bit...."surprised". Yes, to be a fly on the wall! I picture them all having the time of their life even if the lessons don't prove to be useful in the future.
Beth, what a beautiful letter to Melissa. We so love that you have such a special relationship with your daughters and your family.
Jackson, Oh! Amanda, he will still the show! We will pray that he will be on his best behavior.
We will be at the wedding in spirit and our prayers will be lifted high.
Enjoy every minute of it! Have a blast!
What a handsome little man Jackson will be! I cannot wait to see pictures!
WOW - does that dance instructor know what he or she is getting into - teaching the Moores! What a hoot and how much fun!
It's such a treat (and I am sure I can for everyone here) it is that you all will be sharing Melissa's Wedding Week w/ us! Thank you - I feel like an honored guest!
God Bless!
I hope you posts pictures of your son wearing his suit.
I am so thrilled for Melissa and your family. Makes me think back over 20 years to the week I married my husband.
I am also thinking of the Siestas attending breaking free tonight. I pray they are perservering or shall I say perserdangvering.
How much fun and what great memories!
Let me join all the other Georgia girls welcoming part of the Moore family to Georgia!
There are a lot of good churchs around. You would certainly be welcome at mine Shadowbrook Baptist, thirty miles north of Atlanta in Suwanee. I am also sure all the other Georgia ladies' churchs are as equally wonderful.
Praying the Moore family has a week of joy and excitment and that God blesses the new couple with long and happy life together.
Wanda in Georgia
That you so much for keeping us updated. I can not wait to see a picture of Jackson in is sute, I know he will be so cute. Can not wait to see PICTURES...I am praying for all of you this week...
Cindy
Oh, we will have to see a great YouTube on that one!!!
Looking forward to the adorable family pics...especially the soon-to-be birthday boy in his tux!! Happy 2nd Birthday, Jackson!!
mariel
growingingodliness.blogspot.com
Amanda, I only hope they called you after the dance lessons...those are the funniest. My own sweet parents took dance lessons last winter in preparation for my wedding last May, and my dad called every week to tell me all about it. Apparently he was far more graceful than my mother and felt that she was really holding him back from his true calling as a dancer. The best part, though, was watching them dance together...neither was all that good, but it meant so much to me that they had tried! It was the sweetest.
Enjoy this week!
Wow! So how did dance lessons go?? I took them with my husband before we got married... and it did almost send us to couples therapy!!! But it was a blast, and we still do our dances in our living room to this day!
p.s. My sister is getting married on Saturday too! I'll be celebrating with Jesus for all of you as I'm celebrating with my sister.... and I'll be dressed for such a celebration too! :)
Amanda - you need to find an old tape of Bethie Baby teaching aerobics and "share" it with the group. How fun would that be?? hee hee
I taped myself one time when I was trying out for Survivor - I am sure it will haunt me one day too. Come on - it would be fun - ha ha! Love, Leigh
all our prayers and blessing to you and your family this week. how exciting and fantastic to celebrate together this new love and the growth of a family that loves Jesus. Have a great celebration. thanks for sharing it.
Morgen
Oh my gosh, I can't wait to see pictures of Jackson in his little suit!
Your mom's post to Melissa was so sweet. I cried as I read it.
My daughter got married a year and a half ago and that first dance with her husband was priceless and then to see her dance with her daddy! So sweet!!!
Our Bible study group is doing "Stepping Up" and we met last night. In that into. session there is a picture of you, Melissa & your mom and she talked about you two being her best friends.
I told the ladies that Melissa is getting married this weekend and that we needed to be praying. (see my blog for a couple of pictures of our group last night and you'll see a group of ladies who will be in prayer)
I'll write another time about my dance class my freshman year in college!!! "Someone" talked me into it! (I did make an "A" but it wasn't pretty!)
Love you and your family so much and once again thank you for this blog. I've "met" some of the sweetest ladies.
Love,
Valerie
Prayers have gone up for your sweet family, from this snowy, frozen little section of Wyoming. Many blessings for the new couple. All of you have fun this week!!
Melana
My bet (if I was a bettin'woman) would be on "Boots Scootin' Boogie". Now that is some dancin' music.
I came back to read other comments. And LOL...the Macarena?? That brings back so many memories of the 7th grade.
Heidi, that totally made my day...and it's going to be a long day as I've just now started work, and I will be here till 4. After which a night class.
I am so excited for all of you! Dance lessons..how fun is that!
I am brand new to this blog and am so excited to be here. I have an almost 3 year old little boy and can really appreciate how good looking he would be in a suit. I will be praying for Saturday to be an awesome day for all of you.
You can tell we're all true family because we're all excited about what's happening this Saturday. How awesome it must be to know that Melissa will have many prayers from all around the country being spoken over her on Saturday.
Let's say we have "Siesta Prayer Time" at 2pm central time on Saturday for the whole clan? Just a prayer lifting this couple up for their future together and that their honeymoon will be safe. Also that Beth's, Keith's & Amanda's hearts will beat with nothing but joy as they give their daughter/sister away to Colin & whatever else God lays on your heart.
So, this Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 2pm central time...siestas uniting in prayer over the Moore clan. Anyone?
Love you all~have a blessed week!
Lelia
I'm really looking forward to seeing a picture or two when it's all said and done. Be sure, if you feel like sharing, to show us pictures of everyone we "know" from that day, the whole family!
Also wanted to say that your mom's letter to Amanda also brought me to tears, and moved me to have a very important conversation with someone that was long-overdue. The conversation went very well and so thanks, Miss Beth, for unknowingly being a catalyst for positive change by loving your daughter so sweetly.
Blessings on your week, ladies!
What????????
No two-steppin' for Mr. Keith?
Jan
threemenandamom
Dear Moores and Moores non-hyphenated.
I just have to tell y'all that I feel so very blessed that you are willing to share so much of your lives with us. Can't wait to see the pics from the wedding. But in the meantime, please know that I am praying for all of you...including the Little Mister as he prances around in his new suit and wouldn't-it-be-awesome-if-he-wore-his-new-cowboy-boots-too?
Hugs and blessings this week leading up to the big day!
Susan
We are sooo excited about the up coming wedding. And I am so glad there will be dancing!!! It's a joyous occasion that calls for joyous expression and I for one am all for that! May God's presence grace you all with peace and joy this week. In Jesus' Love Kathy Knoblock
Amanda,
On such a busy and emotional week for the Moores, thank you for including us on so many "fun" details. And I'm with you: Dance lessons would have sent me and my husband into couple's therapy! His idea of dancing is bobbing his head to the beat:) But oh how I love him anyway!
Praying for your family this week- May God's peace surround you in the midst of pre-wedding craziness!
Much love,
Tara
Amanda: There is nothing cuter that little boys in suits and Jackson will be precious! We can't wait for pictures!!!
Praying for you all this week!
Maybe at the wedding reception there could be a little "Jackson and Bibby Praise Dancin'!!!
Georgia Jan
O! make your you take pics of your men! You guys are to much fun! Dance leasons........soooooooooooo fun!!!!!
What an exciting week for all the Moores! God is good! Love sharing the excitement vicariously.
My favorite picture of my son is in his tux for a family wedding. They sure know how to capture a mom's heart. Hope you get plenty of pictures and maybe even some video of the great event!!! The love letter to Melissa was awesome, how I wish I had thought to do something for my own daughter when she married last summer. How sweet of you to share, although I had to run by new tissue boxes for the entire place after reading that. Thanks so much for sharing MOORE life with all of us siestas - we will all be lifting you up in prayer in the days ahead. Jules
Amanda,
I agree with the others, your little one will be so handsome! (I've learned not to say cute when it comes to describing guys!) I pray that he will have as much fun as the rest of you. :)
I don't know how you or Beth can even concentrate this week with all the excitement. My hat's off to you both!
Thanks so much for sharing this with all of us. You are such an encouragement to me and my girls. You always confirm that it's ok to be crazy about each other - ever so close as a family. We loved the letter to Melissa (we laughed and I cried)and the ending was so special because we use that line from the book many, many times to each other! And I've written my girls many a letter at the pivotal points in their lives. (not quite as elequent as your mama tho :>))
I'll set my alarm for the prayer time!
love to you all
mk
bahead said... "Boots Scootin' Boogie". Now that gives me an idea - I wonder if Beth (since she arrived Texas "too late") has yet to learn "The Cotton-Eyed Joe"?
Boots Scootin' Boogie would be so much more fun, I think. Does Beth actually own a pair of boots that scoot and boogie? *This is too much fun*
our pastor and his wife took dancing lessons for their daughters wedding. he does NOT dance so this was a very big deal. but it meant so much that his girl could dance with him and her new hubby on the day of her wedding. love it. it will be completely worth all the effort. hope we get to see some pics of the beautiful gathering
What an exciting and bittersweet week it must be at the Moore house! The letter to Melissa brought tears to my eyes as I thought of her! I remember my wedding day from nearly 4 years ago and how sweet it was when I walked down that aisle and saw my Prince Charming waiting on me! Take it all in, Melissa! It passes too fast!
Wishing Melissa and Colin all of God's richest blessings during these exciting days and the days ahead as you begin your lives together! May the coming days be filled with laughter, fun, kisses and lots of love as you glorify the Lord in His covenant of marriage!
Looking forward to seeing pictures of this glorious event next week!
Blessings and prayers to the Moore family!
--Gena
YAY!!! It's almost here. I can barely wait to see pictures of all of you...especially since I just read your mom's post to Melissa and have tears in my eyes. Have a wonderful, blessed weekend. (And post us some pics when you can!)
You know you have to take lots, and lots of pictures!
Good luck w/ dance lessons
love always
Thank you both so much for including us in this very special wedding week. My own precious daughter married two years ago, and the sweet letter from Beth to Melissa certainly caused me to recall the range of emotions that a mother-of-the-bride experiences. My daughter had emailed me to be sure and go to the blog and to prepare to cry. I certainly did, as it was so precious. You are all in my prayers, and I pray that the day will bring glory to God and will be a true worship experience. I also pray that the desires of Melissa's heart will be abundantly exceeded. My own daughter set a wedding date of Dec. 30 and later was thrilled to learn that she would share an anniversary date with her beloved "Mrs. Beth." We have been blessed to take several studies and attend some LPL events together. She even included a touch of LPL to her wedding by using "In the Sanctuary" as her recessional. May God bless each of you this week and have fun dancing!
Amanda--I was talking with another siesta over lunch today and we discussed how exciting it will be to see a photo or 2 of Melissa's wedding and we decided we would also like to see a photo or two from your wedding--can we? ( :
Love,
Leigh ATL
My niece was just a bit younger than Jackson when she was the flower girl at my wedding - 13 yrs ago! She held her mother's hand and that of the usher on her way down the aisle and we were all sure that she was going to pick up her feet and squeal "wheeeee" all the way down as she did all during the rehearsal. She didn't and frankly, that may have been my only disappointment the whole day! (She did however have all the baby's breath picked out of her hair by the time we got to the church.)
May God pour His richest blessings on all of you. Have a blast!
I'm so excited for you. I have a busy day on Saturday, but since I got an invitation to pray I have a nice dress picked out! I'll put on my 'going to a wedding nice dress' pray for you all, change back into my jeans and get my work done! I'm so loving being a part of your special, special time.
You all are loved!
Amanda,
This has nothing to do with this post but I didn't know how to get in touch with you. As you know there have been many southern states affected by tornados last week. I received this email from someone in the Atkins,AR area. I was wondering if you could pass along the word that people in these areas need prayer as they are putting their lives back together.
I know the following email is lengthy but it's very much a testimony to the POWER OF PRAYER!
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Hi Everybody. We are safe. We finally got electricity and so I can email you. I have had no phone or email, orcourse.
Have been charging my cell phone whereever someone would let me plug in. Thank you for checking on me. I am so sorry I was not able to hear your messages until now (phone and email.) But your
concern means so much to us.There are a lot of tornado stories, and ours, I am telling only for a testimonial of God's love and power.
The tornado sirens (the first one) woke us up at 4:30. I had been asleep two hours and that ended up being all I got in that day. I got four hours today though, so that is an improvement. John said he would get up and check it out and he did. He came back and said it would be here in five minutes. I said, "Well, I've prayed and I am going back to sleep." I think that kind of irritated him, Hee hee. He came back in a minute with Hurlan on the other line and said, "Dad said to get your self into the hall now!" I turned off the fan and it sounded like a herd of buffalo were running across the back yard straight for our bedroom window. I said, "I hear it."
When I stepped my foot onto the floor, our house was trembling and vibrating. This was my first tornado. In a second we were in the hall and John covered me with his body.
The noise became deafening. I raised my hand toward it and started praying against it loudly, then more like screaming as the volume of the storm grew louder and louder.
I held my hand out and prayed, "Satan, I rebuke you in the name of Jesus! Wind, I command you in the name of Jesus to stop! You cannot have us, we are children of the most High God...
John and I and this house are covered by the blood of Jesus. God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of love, and of power and of a sound mind. Devil, you take your cloud up now!
Take it up now! You cannot trespass here! A thousand may fall at my side and ten thousand at my right hand, but you, tornado, cannot come nigh this dwelling!"
I had an awareness in my spirit that if the word stopped flowing out of my mouth, it would rush in on us.
But I had this keen awareness that the word of God had greater power and was not going to let it in as long as I kept praying it.
Something happened to me in that moment in time, that I just know has changed my walk with God. I knew that I knew that I knew...that I believed what I was praying.
I BELIEVED that the word was more powerful than that tornado. I KNEW that God was in His word and every part of me believed in it 100%.
I thought that I knew it before, but now I know that I know it! I was just about out of scripture and was resorting to one I don't know about those who abide in the secret place of God shall dwell in the something of the Almighty.
You don't have time to think about what you are praying, so I know God was supplying the word. I was thinking, I'm going to have to start over. But, It stopped so suddenly that I thought we were in the eye of it or something. So I stayed in the hall. John went to the bedroom window and looked through the blinds. I said, "What do you see?" He said, "Peoples houses in our back yard." The cell phone rang and it was Justin Lusk checking on John. But after that, the lines got clogged and we couldn't call or be called. John was talking to Justin and I was just shouting, "Halelujah! Thank you Father! You are the Most High God!" I don't know what Justin thought – probably didn't care what anyone thought. After we prayed and thanked God, we went outside in the rain to look it over. We live in a subdivsion on a dead end street.
The people in the house to our left are Christians. They had a very long two by four driven like a nail through the roof of their house, pouring rain into their house.
One house down from them, a missionary lives. A two by four was driven through his windshielf of his truck. The next house down used to have a metal storage building in his back yard.
The tornado picked it up and carried over the top of his house, across the road, over the top of the facing house and dropped it, collapsing their privacy fence.
The next house had their privacy fence wiped out as well. All of that was from our house to the left. To our right, a metal glider swing had been rolled up like a
ball and passed between our storage building and our bedroom, taking out that neighbor's chain link fence. The debris from peoples homes and insulation, etc
cluttered our back yard right up to a visible line drawn about ten feet from our bedroom window across the back of our house. Nothing was within ten feet of our house.
John has a metal carport covering his boat. It was undisturbed. Our damage totaled two pieces of missing shingles, and three turned over trash cans.
But the house on the left and right of us had significant damage. Apparently, the tornado lifted when it came within ten feet of the back of our house, went over the top of our home and took the roof off of the house that faces us directly across the street.
All the houses on that side of the street facing us have to have new rooves. The first words out of John's mouth to Justin Lusk were,
"If you don't believe in the power of prayer and divine intervention, come look at our house." Yes, my husband said that! Praise God!
We didn't get lights on til now, but we had a place to spend the night, as my mom lives a mile from us. If you haven't been down by Lucky Landing, or down Old Wire Road , or past conagra feed mill on 64, Union Grove Rd or Talley lane, You cannot fathom the devastation. Whatever you are imagining, it is worse.
I left my paper route and drove down Talley Lane to check on my best friend from the High School years, because she wasn't answering her phone.
She wasn't there and neither was her home. My sister was trying to get to the storm cellar in Blackwell. She and her son were travelling down Old Wire Road with a friend following in the next car.
The tornado appeared in the field to the right of them, and she slammed on her brakes and turned around and went back, but the boy following them tried to outrun it.
The tornado caught him and flipped his car and broke both his legs. Every member of my family escaped without any damage or so much as a scrape. We do have those couple of shingles missing.
We found our trash cans (finally) jammed underneath our truck. We have been telling our story to as many people as will listen as a testimonial to God's great power, His mercy, and the power of prayer. I believe any kind of prayer is good, and effective too. But there is awesome power in praying the word of God, because Jesus was the word made flesh. I thank you for caring about us. And thank you for
letting me share our story with you. I hope to see you soon. Love, Jeannie and John
Thanks for sharing with us, especially at this very special and busy time. Lelia, what a great idea to have our siesta prayers go up together, Count Me In! God's blessings on this ministry and this special family.
TJ
LOL!!! I want to know how much time was spent actually dancing as apposed to LAUGHING!! I know if it would have been my family I would have packed some dry undies. Praying that Sat. is the best day ever!!!
Hi Amanda,
I know the comments for the earlier post written by Ms. Beth are closed, but I still wanted to write one anyway...(talk about a stubborn person). I know how she feels about Melissa moving to Atlanta (my mom must have felt the same way when I left India to come to the USA)...but tell her that we in Atlanta will look forward to having Melissa live here (like I own Atlanta :-))...and will take good care of her when we meet her in a starbucks...
God Bless!
Can't wait to see the pics.
That would be almost funny to see siesta Beth cutting some cardio moves on the dance floor...did I say almost? lol
Ha! Too fun!
You know, I think it is really awesome that your fam is doing something FUN this week rather than simply preparatory (i.e. stressful!).
I would like to see a video on the blog of the dancing at the wedding, many pics and also like someone stated earlier, pics of you and Curt at your wedding! :)
We did dance lessons, too, when my daughter got married two years ago. It was fun... it took a whole series of lessons to prepare us (my husband!) for the big day.
What songs did Melissa choose to dance to with her groom and her dad?
Ours (theirs) were At Last by Etta James, and Always Be Your Baby by Natalie Grant. Ah, happy memories!
Prayers are with the Moores this week... can't wait to get the updates and see pics!
Hugs from Florida
Keith and dancing lessons. . . now there's an image I can't quite wrap my mind around! What a daddy won't do for his sweet little girl! I think they need to be playing some of Stephen Curtis Chapman's new Cinderella song this week.
And we all need to buy stock in Kleenex!
Beth's letter to Melissa was breathtakingly beautiful. What an absolutely priceless treasure.
Many, many blessings to all of you this week!
"I'll dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
'Cause I know something the prince never knew
I'll dance with Cinderella
I don't want to miss even one song
'Cause all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she'll be gone.
I was just thinking of the Moore's today, and wondering how the wedding countdown was going......thanks for keeping us informed, Amanda. It must be hard not to be closer just now......
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all(N. Idaho's version of y'all) this weekend!
Can't wait to see Mr. Jackson in his tux!
Margaret
Beth, Amanda, & Siestas,
I've posted Cinderella on my blog on today's post with Steven Curtis Chapman singing it.
Dedicated with much love to you!
We danced at my oldest daughters wedding and what fun that was !!! My daughter #2 did a tango with her boyfriend/now husband. Our photographer got lots of candid shots. Its so funny to look at everyone and their different "styles", especially the Southern Baptists! (yes Im one of those too.)Have a wonderful times!
What a sight that would be. I love all of you guys. I will be praying for an awesome day . Btw, i live just north of atlanta and work for a adventures in missions with a lot of really young people and couples. If Melissa and hubby get lonely let us know and we will have them up for dinner .
Hi, Amanda,
This reminds me of the new Steven Curtis Chapman song -- something about dancing with Cinderella -- do you know the one? Very appropriate!
Thanks for sharing you lives as an encouragement to all of us reading. I am praying for you all this week.
Blessings at this special time!
Amanda,
Thanks for sharing, your expression is so evident in all that you write, it's as if we all get to be a part of this wonderful union.
Beth,
Your heart is an amazing place to witness, as you poured it out over your wonderful daughter. I pray that one day I will be in your shoes.
You both have blessed me so much as I get to be a part of this wonderful mother, daughters relationship. It truly helps me to focus and act out our Savior's plan for my daughter and I.
God bless and keep each of you, as He makes beautiful memories that will forever be a part of your growing legacy to His Kingdom.
You are very special people and you bless me tremdously.
Love,
Celeste
Oh, I love the dance lesson idea! What's so funny is that I was just thinking yesterday that I would love for my husband to take dance lessons with our daughter, Mandy when she gets married. Our daughter, Melissa got married about a year and a half ago and there were no dance lessons. As much as I would love for him to take lessons before the next wedding I'm not holding my breath! Your Dad reminds me alot of my husband...he's a good ol' country boy and taking dance lessons would definately NOT be his idea of fun! I'm so proud of your Dad!
I know you'll all have a wonderfully blessed weekend...can't wait to hear all about it!
I cannot wait for the pictures to show up!!
Amanda,
Thank you for Installment 1 of Wedding Week! I was so hoping y'all would be doing this for us. We're women..we need to know details (as you already know)! ;)
Also..last night I had a dream again (had a similar one many months ago) where I come to visit and stay with your mom and dad (ROFL!) and you and Melissa come over and we're just having a good 'ol time. Haha! Melissa was even already married in last night's dream! I told your mom that I had a week off and just wanted to spend my vacation with y'all, so that's why I flew out. (I'm rolling here!) What in the world do you think it means?? I remember it so vividly and also woke up around 3am, turned over and smiled, went back to sleep and continued on with the dream! I know, I know...I'm nuts. Maybe since my last name is Moore, too, I think I'm really related to y'all. Heehee!
Anyway..keep the wedding installments coming and take lots of pictures! Can't wait to see Jackson in his little suit! :)
Love,
Missy
I know Jackson will be adorable! My nephew was a year old when I got married. He wore a little white suit with short pants and tall socks with a bow tie! Too cute!
Praying for your family during this wonderful and crazy week!
Hope to see pictures of the fam dancing.
Love to you all!
Kristi B.
That would be SO FUN at the wedding reception...I can see it now...
"And grapevine right, step-ball-chain, and grapevine left, sunshine arms, and let's add a hop...great energy! keep it up!"
YOU WILL HAVE SO MUCH FUN ON SATURDAY! What a celebration!
Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderous occasion with all of us. I pray for a glorious wedding day, an outstanding marriage, and a blessed new family. Can't wait to see the pics!!
Blessings and love,
bethany
freezing in WV
Hi, Amanda,
Would love to see a picture of your little man in his suit. I have 2 grown men but they will always be "little" to me. There's nothing more precious than seeing a little boy in a coat and tie. BTW, my husband only dances with me twice a year and it's in our bedroom in private--once on our anniversary to "our song" and again on Christmas Eve to "Please Come Home for Christmas", our Christmas song. That's it. And I grew up with parents who jitterbugged up into their seventies!
Hello Seistas,
Congrats Moore Family on this glorious day!!!! I will praying with you as you journey through this life changing event.
I was hoping that I could ask an off topic question to the Moore family or to anyone out there.
I have been attending Tuesday night bible studies and I am also a member of First Baptist Church. God is teaching me and growing me SOOOO much through both bible study and what is being taught at church right now. Last Sunday morning Paster Gregg was teaching on being a man or woman of and in God. He made a statement about if you want to turn your man to God be a woman hidden in him. Tonight Beth also made a statement about relationships, that baggage attracts baggage. I know this to be very true. My husband and I have more baggage than Louis Vuitton ever created. My question after much explaining is this. What do you do if your husband does not come searching for you? What do you do if the other person in the marriage does not think they have bondage to deal with and you are trying to get out of yours?
Sorry this might be a downer to this very merry post.
If anyone as wisdom to share I am all eyes and ears.
Thanks for your time,
Candy
I just bawled over your letter to Melissa. How sweet and precious your words were to her! If I was her I would not take a word of that for granted!
It is such a blessing to get to peek into the life of my favorite Bible study teacher and her family. Seeing how you and your family are together encourages me to pray even more for my family to know Jesus and be crazy in love with Him and each other like yall are. (well, actually we have the "crazy" part down-pat, its the "showing love" part that needs work:) Anyway, thank you for sharing your life with this siesta!
Have fun this Saturday and I can't wait to see pictures!!!
Enjoy the moments. Thank you so much for sharing. We are looking forward to lots of snapshots. Your little guy will be transformed from Tod to Gentleman!
Enjoy his birthday on the 17th.
You darling, darling family! I love hearing your sweet words for one another! I'll be dying to see pictures of the big event!!
Little boys in suits are so precious! And seeing Jackson, with those big blue eyes in one will be priceless! Enjoy the memories!
Love y'all,
Kristen
Take pictures and then take pictures and after that take more pictures ! CINDY in NC
All I can say is that, Amanda and Melissa, Thank you for sharing your lives with us!
Melissa, May your week be a heavenly week. If any "to-do" thing is not done yet, then let it go and just enjoy!
Beth, thank you for sharing with us Siestas your letter to Melissa. Amazing Love!!!
Comgratulations on this most wonderful week! I'll keep you all in my prayers...Saturday is going to be one BIG DAY OF JOY!!
Kate in Charlottesville
I am so excited for yall! I know that all of us blog siestas hope to see tons of pics of your cute family! :) Just wanted you to know that I am praying for you all in this sweet and loving time! His love is unfailing! And also my prayer for Beth in this sweet time is not only that she will enjoy these bitter-sweet moments, but...Lamentations 3:22-24 (as she seeks to work in this busy time)...and an encouragement that las tnight at Bible Study, b/c of her passion in our Jesus which is contagious, this came true for many woman (as she displayed an example of Paul and Daniel)...Ephesians 3 and Daniel 2:46 & 47! Hope that makes sense what I'm trying to say. :) Anyways, basically I am praying for yall (especially Melissa and Colin) and rejoicing with you! Have a wonderful week and weekend with your family in this precious time! I think I can speak safely in saying that all of us blogging siestas thank God for yall and send our joy and Congrats!!! At least I do! :) I love yall! And I can't wait to see a picture of cutie/handsome Jackson in his suit! Sorry so long! :)
Beth, Thanks for the beautiful tribute and letter to Melissa you posted last Saturday. I'm sure not many of us were able to read that with a dry eye. While as a single-never-been-married siesta it made me have to turn over some emotions to the Lord I wasn't happy about, it was a great gift to give your daughter and I just know the wedding will be ADORABLE!!! :)
And, BTW, when my first brother got married, I have never been as speechless as when I saw him dance with his bride--I had no idea! They had taken ballroom dancing lessons and it showed! My brother--dance? UNBELIEVABLE! Now, Mom & Dad, that was sad but cute--they can't dance to save their souls (it's a legalistic Baptist thing) so that was a little funny at the wedding, but since they were smiling about it, so were the rest of us! Happy wedding whilrwind week--memories to last a lifetime! :) Blessings!
This is nothing less than fabulous. Oh, to be a fly on the wall!
Congratulations to everyone, but especially Melissa. I do so love wedding weeks.
What is it about a man - or a little man - in a suit that does things to our heart? My husband has been a cop for over 10 years and everytime I see him in his uniform I still swoon! In fact, I'm going to lunch with him on duty tomorrow and I can't WAIT!
It's Saturday and I'll be praying for everyone today. God bless you all during this huge celebration.
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