Eric and Vanessa's wedding in Richmond, British Columbia

Our last part of the day was the reception. Honestly, this part was a blast and went by incredibly fast. We didn't have time for games and between cake cutting, our first dance, the father-daughter dance, and dinner, I barely had time for anything. I relied on guests telling me how good the food is because you really truly don't have time to eat. The moment you leave the head table, it'll take 20 minutes to get back. But I loved every moment of it. It took me 15 minutes to get from one side of the room to the other. I would be at the photo booth at one end and someone would need me at the bar. I would take a few photobooth pictures, get pulled to the side for a quick chat and introduction to someone's family, dance my way through the dance floor, get pulled in for a few more photos and finally make it to the bar. But honestly, I would not have it any other way.

I was worried at first because I don't like attention or all eyes on me. But what was looking back at me were eyes filled with love, tears, and admiration. And that is the type of audience you want looking at you on this special day. One of the most memorable moments was when we wheeled my 95-year-old grandma to the dance floor. She has a bad back and bad legs so she would just watch us from the sidelines. But for her to be here on this day is too special to miss. My 12 cousins and I, as well as her 12 great grandchildren, danced with her in the middle and she had a permanent smile on her face. It was the most amazing moment ever. I will never forget that moment. Honestly if you ask, I can tell you what did not go according to plan, but if you also ask me what went well, I would say EVERYTHING. (Professional photos to come. These are all phone cameras)