Jayson and Jennifer: June 2010

We had the time of our lives on our wedding/honeymoon trip to the Bahamas and couldn't be happier at this special time in our lives. If anyone is considering a vacation, we would highly recommend the Sandals resort in Nassau, Bahamas...it was AMAZING!!!! Although there were hundreds of people staying there, they have a special way of making you feel like you are their most important guests. We had staff, most of whom we had not met, telling us congratulations all week. You couldn't pass by someone without them saying hello and asking if everything was going ok with our stay. While staying there, I forgot what it was like to feel hungry as every meal was included and you could order everything on the menu if you wanted to. They had an amazing breakfast buffet that included pancakes, any fruit you can think of, omelets, steak, eggs, bagels, and even fresh fruit smoothies. Drinks were also included and our room was stocked daily with champagne,wine,beer,and liquor. They have tons of activities to participate in even though our favorite activity was chillin by the pool :) One night we went to a "Not so newlywed game" where guests were chosen to compete in...followed by a talent show from the locals which was very interesting to say the least. One of my favorite nights was when Jayson and I sat out in a big couch by the beach and a fire pit and listened to someone play the saxophone...it was heaven.

After a couple of rainy/cloudy days, the sun came out just in time for our wedding day. We went snorkeling in the morning and lounged by the pool until lunch. It was everything I could have wanted...simple, laid back, and relaxed. Liz and I went to get her hair done at 2pm and everyone kept asking if she was the bride (even though she is clearly about to give birth!) When she would say no and tell them that I was the bride, they would just look at me all crazy...like "shouldn't you be getting your makeup and hair done? Ha! We were in the elevator going up to the room at 3:15 to be ready at 3:45...it just wouldn't be my wedding day if it were any different! We Skyped in Deanna so she could be part of us getting ready and my wedding consultant Flo came to pick Liz and I up in my room. Liz wore a beautiful orange dress that fit her and Cooper just perfectly...she is the most amazing best friend in the world. She was 7 months pregnant...in heels...in the heat...in the sand. But, she is my rock and I always knew that when my day came, she would be standing right next to me.

When I walked out of the hotel, David was there to meet me and walk me to my future husband. He had his back turned towards the ocean and turned around right before I got to him. As I looked into his eyes, I took a deep breath..smelled the ocean and took a mental picture of that very moment. My world was completely perfect and it was the happiest day of my life. Jayson's parents, Patricia and Bob were there along with his sister Kim, her husband Walter and her daughter Tatianna. His sister, Ashley, was also there all the way from California. Jayson's best man was his best friend, Aaron. The ceremony was quick (just like I wanted ) and we were introduced husband and wife!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The reception area was beautiful and perfect. Our guests were served appetizers and drinks while we took our pictures while a steel drum player (Sam) played music for us. We were served crab cakes, chicken, shrimp and dessert for dinner while we all talked and enjoyed the evening together. After dinner, we all changed into our bathing suits and enjoyed the resort hot tubs with our BMWs (Jay, Aaron, and David's special drink).

Jayson & I were served breakfast in bed the next morning (eggs, bacon, fruit, pancakes, and mimosas). We said goodbye to Liz and David and Ria and Aaron...we were sad to see them go because we had so much fun with them the entire week. But, we were also ready for some alone time as husband and wife. Liz and David were headed back to Ohio to take care of our Diva girl and start preparing for Cooper Vincent Solomon's arrival. He is going to be joining our family on July 22 or 23 and we can't wait to meet him.

Our future is so exciting and I wake up everyday to the most amazing husband. I have been so blessed and I thank God everyday for bringing me to this place in my life.

Below is our trip in pictures...