wedding preparations

Gale's daughter, Donna, was her personal hair stylist for the day.
Gale's dress was made of an intricate lace and pearl design.
This is my favorite photo of Gale...putting on the final touches before walking down the aisle!
Gotta love the detail shots...Gale carried a gorgeous bouquet of peach roses.
The dress was beautiful. Gale's matron of honor (and daughter) Donna, and her bride's maid (and best friend) Norma assisted her by buttoning her sleeves.
Putting on her make up : )
Can't forget the shoes!
Gale's mother helped her put on her jewelry. Every girl in the wedding wore pearls!

These are just a few shots of the many that Jen and I took while Gale was getting ready for her big day. There is just nothing like a little "girl time" before the wedding. Gale's best friend Norma ordered up some room service for breakfast, and we all enjoyed a cup of coffee while Gale took care of last minute details, and made herself look fabulous for her walk down the aisle. In the room were Donna (Gale's daughter and matron of honor), Norma (her bride's maid and best friend from school), and Patricia (the mother of the bride). Short appearances were made by Gale's twin son's Steve and Ben. The one thing that was evident in the room was that this would be a special day for the family, and that everyone was chipping it to make it that way. From curling hair, to handing out flowers, ordering breakfast, offering stories and conversation, and helping each other to get ready, it was wonderful to see the care that each person took to make this day for Gale and Nidal a great as it could be.