It's Late, But...

It's late, and I'm exhausted, and I wish I had more energy.

My brother, oldest of us four, became a married man as of 3 something today. It's exciting and amazing to think that we've been blessed with someone who not only wants to willingly join our messed up family, but on top of that she actually likes us!

I'm completely blown away. As I said, I'm exhausted, and want nothing more than to sleep, but at the same time want to just sit and write for hours in my journal or on this blog about this major change in our family. The first of us is married, and is beginning to look at a house for them to live in. It's unbelievable, and extraordinary, to think that much time as really gone by.

The bride, a wonderful and very, very sweet young woman named Mallory has, as I said, willingly joined our family (and the horror of becoming an alliteration; Mallory Markloff). And, even though she was absolutely terrified at the prospect of getting up in front of people and having to be the center of attention for the day, did an amazingly awesome job. She even let me take pictures of her.

Although I must say that while we were in the midst of taking pictures in the chapel, after the service, her best friend's mom said, "Mallory, put your hand on your hip like you had before, and look like you're disgusted with us."

Mallory replied, "I am disgusted with you."

I couldn't help but laugh. She's got a great wit that just fits so perfectly with our family. I don't think any of us could search the world over and find a better mach for my brother to spend the rest of his life with. She is absolutely perfect for him. And I am so honored to be able to call her my sister-in-law. I've enjoyed, greatly, the past 7 months getting to know her and her habits. And it's been a joy.

My nerves are restless. I truly do wish I were a Vulcan where I wouldn't need to sleep. Especially on days like this. But I, being human, need the rest. Especially after the past week of stress-filled preparation. But thank God for the small things. Everything today worked out perfectly. Everyone was great, and I thank everyone that had a part in it, on behalf of the family. Without you guys, and your tremendous support, we wouldn't have been able to pull this off. Your care, devotion and love to my brother and new sister mean the world to us. From the bottom of my (and our) hearts, thank you.

I may write more later, who knows. But for now, it is late, and I should be off to bed. The next blog will probably be my Harry Potter Rant. I've already written it up, it just need to be typed.

Good night world. And once again, thank you to all :D