Bella and Edward’s Wedding Party: Lori style!!

If you recall, Bella and Edward’s wedding was August 13 at 5:00pm. A date that would no doubt, go unnoticed for the novice fan. Well, not my friend Lori, I tell you. Lori is a party in human form. Both her and her daughter share an undying devotion to the novels and celebrate their passion for the series by having events where friends and friends of friends, can eat, bond and laugh. I honestly, adore this group of women. And so we celebrated this past weekend.

In addition, this was the first time that I was able to bring my daughters... Something that I’ve wanted to do for a long time. Truth be told, both my daughters introduced me to Twilight, so it only be fitting that they start to attend and share my experiences. (You can read a short post I wrote back in 2009 on my discovery: A Tale of Two Thieves.)

When we first arrived at Lori’s house, we were greeted by the happy couple (though honestly, they look miserable in their cut-outs.)

You could take photos of them if you wanted to. Or maybe just Edward, your choosing. The event was family style potluck and I made my famous pasta salad (which is really spicy; I overheard a lady saying that when she ate it. Ooops. My bad.)

Some of the gals came with headpieces; here’s Lori, all smiles, front and center. Btw, Lori is the one that was interviewed in Vancouver on the local new station... The only one, besides her daughter that was from Hawaii. Of course it was Lori!! 

After everyone settled, we played trivia (which I absolutely suck at) and finally ate. 

These cupcakes were made by Lori’s daughter. They were too pretty to eat, but if  you insist... I have no problem eating Jacob’s face off.  

After trivia, we then toasted the couple; Champagne and apple cider for the kids. Below is a picture of my real life Bella, my daughter Noelani. She doesn’t mean to, but dresses just like Kristen: skinny jeans, converse and a faded tee. Actually, I think that’s the standard attire for all young girls. Wait, don't I dress like that? Hmmm....

Once it got dark, we then attempted played Bunco. For the love of God, I just did what I was told. Have you played? It’s a mad house!! But tons of fun and a great game to play when you have a large crowd. I won’t even begin to explain the rules, just trust me on that.

This Edward has taken photos with MANY 

people. 

Last, Lori then cut into this beautiful red velvet cake that her daughter spent all day baking. Btw, this was Melissa’s first time making a wedding cake. Not bad, huh? 

When everything was all said and done, and everyone was happily fed, Lori then played Twilight on her outdoor movie screen. She is ever the gracious host. I wish I had more photos but I was too busy talking and eating. But honestly, I just wanted to share a little of my weekend with all of you. As I left, Lori talked to me about having a Twilight scavenger hunt next month and then a Bachelorette party in October; possibly a limo party. If I haven’t said this enough; Lori is not human. She’s an alien from the planet of awesome festivities... I love her!!

Happy Monday and check back here tomorrow for last night's True Blood recap; the good, the bad and the ugly--You love it!