Alicia, the bride, and Callie before the ceremony.
The event of the spring for our family was my sister’s wedding. Alicia got engaged last August and asked Callie if she would be her flower girl. So from August until April 19, when she started down the aisle in Nathan’s arms, flower basket in hand, she talked constantly about her upcoming job.
And boy did she relish her role! With a happy, yet serious, smile on her face, she dropped the petals one by one—on her way in and out of the ceremony.
Nathan helps Callie, the flower girl.
The wedding couldn’t have been at a better time because Callie has had several illnesses this spring—some before and some after the wedding. She would’ve been heartbroken if she had missed the wedding.
As always, those illnesses took a toll on our family. We’ve been concerned because she’s never had so many problems in such quick succession. With each illness she becomes weaker and as a result, more vulnerable to complications. She finished her most recent course of antibiotics a week ago, and we’re anxious to see her return to her typical strength.
For now, we’re looking forward to our extra time together this summer before our big girl heads off to kindergarten in the fall.
Christy, Nathan, Isaac, Ezra, Peter, and Callie,
We send our love and prayers, knowing that you rely daily on strength from God to see you through.
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?
The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
For he will hide me in his shelter in the day of trouble;
he will conceal me under the cover of his tent, he will set me high upon a rock.
And now my head shall be lifted up (from Psalm 27).
And the most beautiful flower girl I’ve ever seen. She made her escort look even more handsome than usual. Callie, if Michael ever wants to marry me again, I want you to be my flower girl too. We love you, sweet Callie!
Thank you for the update on Callie. Callie’s life reminds me of Moses. He had all kinds of troubles and yet he led the Israelites out of Egypt to a new life. Your entire family encourages, blesses and strengthens our faith in God, the Father, God, the Son and God, the Holy Spirit.
She is just precious. I know it was a special day all the way around. Thank you, as always, for the updates. It is wonderful to stay in touch.
Callie you are one of my greatest inspirations! You are beautiful!!!!
Dear Callie,
Being a flower girl is such a responsibility, and you executed it beautifully. What a wonderful occasion to be a part of! Thank you for sharing these pictures with us.
I wish you and your family a wonderful summer, as you all prepare for kindergarten this fall. Big girls have so many responsibilities!
Best wishes,
Margaret K. Bagwell