Shock & Awe

2009 February 22, 12:26 am
Filed under: All about me

Shock: It’s official. My x-boyfriend is now my cousin.

Awe: This new status as “family” has not changed my feelings towards him. He’s still an ASS.

Shock: The Red Neck Mafia has not come knocking yet, demanding I join their white-trashy ranks.

Awe: As of yet, I have not been judged for this de-evolution (see: dating relatives)

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Shock: There really is someone for everyone. Seriously. (For the record, we’re not talking about related-x-boyfriend’s anymore.)

Awe: Attending my Dad’s wedding this weekend has been one of the highlights of my adult life.

Shock: There was no cake, no fancy dress, no photographer/videographer/choreographer, no guest book, no party favors, nothing ostentatious and nothing over-the-top.

Awe: The reminder that weddings truly are about two people choosing to spend the rest of their lives together.

Shock: That I needed the reminder.

Awe: I don’t think I’ve ever seen my Dad or Glinda so happy.

Shock: That all of my siblings managed to make it to the actual ceremony; airport issues (at the absolute last minute), having to change clothes (from jeans into a suit, see “airport issues”), getting lost, delays, introductions.

Awe: Being able to get a family picture, with most of the nieces & nephews smiling/not screaming. Seriously, this feat alone is monumental.