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Posted: July 02 2007 at 8:02am | IP Logged Quote Paula in MN

I am still "honeymooning" right now ( ), until my mom brings the kids home on Tuesday.

The ceremony was beautiful and simple, the way we wanted. We then had an outdoor reception at my house, sorry -- our house!

We had sliced beef (marinated in gravy and italian dressing - yummy), venison tortilla wraps, beaver stew, BBQ meatballs, and duck gumbo (cajun-style). Several of Eric's relatives came in from the Kaplan/Gueydan area of Louisiana to help cook, so the food was SPICY!

I want to thank all of you for all of your prayers that day - I felt them!

I'm also asking for more prayers. (I'm needy lately!)

First, a very close family friend (and wedding photographer) was in a car accident on the way to the wedding, and is still in the hospital. He should be going home in the next day or two, they are mainly keeping him for observation.

Secondly, during the reception at our home someone stole the money we were given for gifts. Now, we didn't want gifts, but everyone ignored our request! Our BIL is a police officer up here, and it has turned into an active investigation. The dollar amount is such that it is a felony, and they took fingerprint evidence with them. Eric and I are heartbroken that a close family member or friend is in such a bad way that they needed to steal. They really need our prayers right now.

Again, thank you to all of you who helped make our day so special with all your prayers. I have printed out all the different threads and am placing them in our wedding album (which I still have to buy!)

I'll post pictures once we start getting them from everyone. Now, back to the honeymoon!

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 8:04am | IP Logged Quote Cindy Mac

Congratulations Paula! I will be praying for all of your requests as well. Sounds like despite the "issues" you had a great day.

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 8:05am | IP Logged Quote Elena

Wow, you guys have sure been tested!! It must be a good match!
Congratulations!! Looking forward to the pictures!

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 8:29am | IP Logged Quote JennGM

Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. S! Sounds like you had a glorious day and kept a positive attitude despite the setbacks. Praying for those intentions. Enjoy your honeymoon!

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 8:44am | IP Logged Quote Carole N.

Congratulations, Paula! I am glad to hear that all went well despite some setbacks. I will keep you and your intentions in my prayers.

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 8:44am | IP Logged Quote amyable

Congratulations!! Praying for all your intentions.

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 8:46am | IP Logged Quote ElizLeone

Congratulations, Paula! It sounds like your day was just wonderful! You are in my prayers as you begin this new and exciting chapter in your life.

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Congratulations!!!! I will keep you in my prayers.
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Posted: July 02 2007 at 9:16am | IP Logged Quote Mary G

CONGRATS! Paula S. and dear Steve! This is so great -- sorry about the theft ...

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 9:31am | IP Logged Quote momwats8

Congrats on the wedding!!! I am very happy for you!!


I will pray for the friend in the car accident and his recovery and for the person who stole from you.

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 9:52am | IP Logged Quote Caroline

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. S!

Prayers for your intentions.

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 10:54am | IP Logged Quote Karen E.

Congrats, Mrs. S.! And, praying for all of your intentions.

Perhaps the thief wasn't a guest, but a stealthy stranger who saw the festivities and took advantage? Prayers all around ....

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 10:55am | IP Logged Quote Angela F

Congratulations Paula! Mr. and Mrs. S!

Prayers for your intentions.

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 11:14am | IP Logged Quote ElizLeone

When your original post came through to me by email, the bottom part -- about the accident and the theft -- was clipped off! So I just now learned this troubling news. I am so sorry!

Your photographer friend is in my prayers for a speedy and full recovery. I pray also for the thief and for the recovery of the money. (Two strangers crashed my husband's 40th birthday party and started loading up on free food. I thought THAT was a big deal! Theft from the wedding gift table... yikes!)

Have a wonderful honeymoon, despite all the chaos surrounding your wedding. It can only get better from here!



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Praying for your intentions.......

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU BOTH!!!!!!   I cannot wait to see the pictures!


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Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. S.!

Enjoy your honeymoon!

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Paula S. -

Thank you for taking time away from your honeymoon to share wedding news with us! It sounds just lovely, despite the two sad things you mentioned. I will keep you, your photographer friend, and the person who stole from you in prayer.

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 6:46pm | IP Logged Quote mavmama

So glad to hear from you, Mrs. S! Sounds like the temptor is working hard....I've always heard that that means he feels threatened by the faith he is seeing. Many prayers for happiness and healing (for the photographer and thief).

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Congratulations, Paula and Eric!!!!

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Posted: July 02 2007 at 7:46pm | IP Logged Quote Angie Mc

Mrs. S., I'm so happy for you and your sweetheart. Although I haven't been online much, please know that I have been praying for you and thinking happy thoughts for you. I'm so sorry for your troubles connected to the wedding...oh my...but know that the joy and grace of your marriage will lift you above all worries! Thank you for sharing you joy with us.

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