Ian & Rebecca {Bond} -

Spring weather in Alberta can be unpredictable, so tying the knot in May requires a certain degree of flexibility.  As one who celebrated an anniversary this month, I would know!  Ian and Rebecca's day dawned with, but was not limited to, a beautiful blue sky.   Thankfully the rain and snow held off until we were all happily enjoying our tasty Moroccan dinner in the warmth of the church.

Ian (who graduated 2 days before the wedding  - you can call him Dr. Ian now) and Rebecca (with her Masters of International Development) are looking at spending the next 4 years in Ontario where Ian will complete his residency in paediatrics.  After that, who knows, although both Dr. and Mrs. Frankish anticipate their next stop will be on the African continent.

Every detail of their day had a story or personal touch, from the African recessional music, to the centrepiece fabric at dinner, to the homemade pies and tea bar.  Their commitment to marriage was made evident through the words spoken during the ceremony, and the support and love of their family and friends was warmly felt throughout the day.

Congratulations, Ian and Bex!  Enjoy your time in Morocco, Niger, and Turkey!

Rebecca surprised Ian with these boots!

 

 

Friday Favourites - The Tool Edition

For lack of a better term, I've labeled this week's edition "TOOLS".  If it makes your life easier, saves you time, and fills a need, what else do you call it?

This is my current favourite - and yes, it's a dinner bell.  When you've got four boys making noise, nothing beats the clang of this baby.  I found it at a little shop in Rosebud, Alberta, and my lovely sister bought it for me :)

"Come and get it!!!!!"

What's your favourite tool?

Friday Favourites - Inaugural Edition

In an endeavour to encompass more than just sneak peeks (and they will be coming as the summer ramps up!) and the occasional introspection, I've decided to post a little weekly feature on the blog called Friday Favourites.  And I've opted to go with the Canadian spelling for two reasons.  First, because I am Canadian (I know you all just read that slowly, with pauses) and second, because I don't like it when the title has that squiggly red line.

I'd love to hear about YOUR favourites too, so please feel free to comment!

Today's Edition - MUGS!  I have a large collection of Starbucks City Mugs, which I love and are displayed in my home,  but for drinking, it just has to have the right shape, feel, and size.  At the moment, this is my go-to for java consumption.  Fits nicely in the hand, keeps the coffee hot because of its tapered sides, and the colours are so pretty!  This one is from Ten Thousand Villages.

What's your favourite?