Oldest daughter's heading out of town in the morning with third son in tow to attend a wedding of friends in Missouri. She's never driven on the Interstate (very avoidable here), and with it being about a 6-7 hour drive, should be one big adventure. Frankly, I think driving over the Mississippi River will be mind-boggling enough for her. Anyway. She rented a car (turns out it's a red Dodge Caravan---pretty wonderful) today and sweet Indian boyfriend just left here after bidding her farewell. At least I think he's gone. She needs to pack, but figure she'll be up 'til all hours anyhow with the excitement.
Funny thing is, all of the people she's meeting up with are friends she's made over the Internet. Mark Schultz is Christian singer they all liked, and as a result joined his message board. This was years and years ago. Anyway, oldest daughter has a best friend she met that way, and 2 marriages have occurred simply because of their friendships. It really is amazing. And the girl who's getting married is engaged to a guy who is formerly Amish. Seems he has one sibling who left the Amish faith as well. His parents, as much as I'm hearing, are okay with the marriage, and aren't the hardcore types as you read about in books. That's a plus. They wouldn't meet our friend until she and their son were officially engaged, though. Not sure what's up with that, but there was a reason. Doubt they'll be at the wedding, but don't think there's a problem. I just find it curious.
As they drive tomorrow, I'm taking the youngest of my brood to the library. Anything to get my attention focused elsewhere. Found a list of books considered Mood-Boosters and wrote several of the titles down to find tomorrow. I need a good book (or two or three) to busy my brain for a bit.
Must go eat another piece of the Mace Cake I made earlier. Yummily spicy.
Seeyoulater.
