A Black Belt and a Contra Dance

First, I will brag about my husband-to-be.

He's officially a Black Belt!!!

I am so proud of him.  He did his black belt test last weekend with 4 others, and then we attended

the black belt ceremony the day after they finished.

Sensei tying Ben's black belt on him.

Being given a (really neat) sword.

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And now for the Contra Dance photos!

There was a contra dance on Labor Day, and a ton of people attended!  Loads of fun :)

Most of these photos were taken by Mom (as you can tell because I'm in a lot of them).

Julia and sweet baby Ashlynn.

Just a quick update, Ashlynn is doing really great - gaining weight and constantly smiling.

She's such an amazing child and we are so grateful.  In case you hadn't caught on, she will

be my niece once I'm married to Ben!

Luke and Provy :)

Amanda and Brandon (Ashlynn's parents)

Ben and I dancing :)

Beri

Luke is already taking care of the babies ;)

"Meanwhile.... milk is going in the baby's eye." - Jean Marie

I can't get over how beautiful they are.

And now, for the funniest dance ever.

It's kind of a mix between london bridges and musical chairs... except dancing.

And Ben kept making his way into mine and Jean's arms!

Well how 'bout that ;D

Look at Jean's face!

It was hilarious.

♥

Look at those big brown eyes!  Love 'em!

Papaw holding Ashlynn

Picture time :)

Tickle time!

These little boys crack me up :)

Waltzing

She was so happy!!!

Sweetness :)

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P.S. 70 days :D