Our families wanted to host a going away party for us before we left for Costa Rica. We decided that the night before we left we wouldn't be sleeping anyway, so might as well see everyone we love. I compared it to the night before you have a baby...you know it's coming...and you won't be sleeping anyway...so might as well be doing something fun to take your mind off of it. There was an open house at my parents house from 6:30-9:30 for people to come by and say goodbye. We were told that in Spanish a farewell party is called a despedida. It was completely amazing! We had a guest book by the front door and we counted about 250 names. It was a perfect sendoff and the love and encouragement we got that night will last us a long time.
Wishing and praying for safe travels and a positive experience - I started keeping up with you through this blog! Erin Rust Munton
ReplyDeleteThat is such a great idea! Maybe we'll steal it for our big day next year. Praying for yall!
ReplyDeletePlease note my PERFECT creeper shot in the pic of Elaine & Jamie. You're welcome.
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