3 Essays of Personal Experiences
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An old woman once remarked that weddings are the only event where everything can go wrong and the event still manages to be a success. I laughed at the time, but then I was a bridesmaid in a close friend's wedding. My friend wanted a big, formal wedding with all her friends and relatives. Six of her closest friends, including me, were her bridesmaids. With our help, she was coordinating all the arrangements. This included the caterer, florist, trips to the dressmakers, special invitations, rehearsal dinner, bachelor party, and all manner of detail culminating in the march down the aisle and an outdoor sit-down dinner for 250. The event was scheduled to take place in a local mansion that rented out the house and grounds for weddings and other social events. The location had been booked six months in advance, and the bride-to-be called every month to reconfirm. After reviewing countless menus, interviewing dozens of caterers, and tasting mountains of sample hors d'oeuvres, a small, new caterer was selected. The florist was recommended by the agent who rented the mansion. The wedding rings had been bought and were being sized. The obligatory ugly bridesmaid dresses were being made. The wedding grown was in the final fitting stages. Limousines were reserved. Gifts were wrapped. The day of the wedding arrived. The mansion was huge with numerous second and third floor bedrooms, so the wedding party members came early to dress on site. When we arrived the ba
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chool, but now, compared to them, I was more attractive. Well groomed and poised, I looked younger than my age. The strain of poor health habits, caring for children, and other factors had taken their toll. My sisters' good looks had definitely faded.
Our minister married my husband and me in front of the congregation following Sunday service. Our reception was in the church. Punch, cookies, and sandwiches were provided by the missionary group to which I belonged. The affair was pleasant and informal. The church congregation was invited as well as our families and friends. I wore a simple white suit with a corsage from my husband.
Our life together was quiet and happy. When I became pregnant, I quit working. After my second child was born, I began to substitute teach again. My mother was retired and she took care of the two children on the days I had assignments. As the children grew, my mother seemed to be critical of my parenting ability.
On one occasion, I bought my son a new pair of athletic shoes for school. My mother chastised me when she found out how expensive they were. A waste of money, his feet are still growing, and too expensive were a few of her comments. Many of our arguments s
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