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Monday, December 15, 2014

A Joyous Vacajun

Autumn (my daughter) thought Jason said he was looking forward to their "vacajun" in Louisiana. She misheard him, but a new word was created and we love it!

Oh, y'all...I am drained. In a good way. The visit with my daughter and her fiance could not have been more perfect. This is what Autumn wrote on Twitter on the third day: "Amazing visit so far with @gailadixon. We saw a guitar god [Gregg Wright], found my wedding dress, kayaked and saw lots of family." 

Jason and Autumn both LOVED kayaking. My daughter kept saying she could see why we love it so much. And that was after paddling pretty close to an 8'-10' gator resting on a log.

Every moment was special. Bridal shopping was a priority, and by gosh, she said Yes to a Dress!
This dress was a contender. Of course I can't post the real dress just in case Jason decides to get nosy. :)
Here are snippets of the real thing. A deeply discounted Lazaro gown. She looks like a princess in it. When she stepped out of the dressing room I cried. 




After the kids left I had some problems getting my blood pressure under control. When one of the readings was 171/111 I admit I was a little scared. Double D wanted to at least call the doctor, but I am stubborn. I rested a lot and resumed taking my b/p pills and that is helping. I guess I had too much fun with the kids. 

Thanks for sticking with me. I promise to get to everyone's blogs today, though it might take a few days to get through them. I looked at my Feedly roll and y'all have been busy! Hope everyone has a great week.

41 comments:

  1. AnvilcloudDecember 15, 2014 at 6:24 AM

    Good luck with getting the BP down.

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  2. Bethany CarsonDecember 15, 2014 at 6:38 AM

    Your daughter's wedding dress looks gorgeous! Glad a good time was had by all, and you survived the blood pressure episode. Good health and blessings to you.

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  3. rainfield61December 15, 2014 at 7:40 AM

    Every single moment is special.

    The BP episode might be too with an happy ending, as always in movies, for good people.

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  4. TexWisGirlDecember 15, 2014 at 9:29 AM

    love 'vacajun!' :) so glad you had a good time, but, yes, do be careful with the b.p!

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  5. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmDecember 15, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    Oh it's so beautiful!

    I hope your B/P stabilizes at a much lower level!

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  6. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmDecember 15, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    Oh it's so beautiful!

    I hope your B/P stabilizes at a much lower level!

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  7. IrmaDecember 15, 2014 at 9:55 AM

    The wedding dress looks great.
    I hope it goes well with the blood pressure.

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  8. DebbieDecember 15, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    love, love, love that pretty dress!! good luck with the blood pressure and staying healthy for the holiday season!!

    nice to see you today!!!!

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  9. Author R. Mac WheelerDecember 15, 2014 at 12:15 PM

    slow breaths

    lovely shots...gorgeous dress

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  10. hootnonnyDecember 15, 2014 at 12:23 PM

    What do you mean "resumed"? Surely you didn't have a lapse in taking them!

    Sounds like a wonderful visit with your daughter and son to be.

    Take care of yourself and listen to DD and see the doc!

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  11. PantherkaDecember 15, 2014 at 12:42 PM

    Very beautiful wedding dress.
    Take care of yourself and take care.
    Greetings.

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  12. Bas.December 15, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    Prachtig om zo met je dochter mee te leven.

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  13. MelissaDecember 15, 2014 at 2:12 PM

    What an exciting time for your growing family! Beautiful photos of your gown shopping!

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  14. DeniseinVADecember 15, 2014 at 2:44 PM

    Hi Gail, sorry you've been having bp problems. I have had low blood pressure and that's a bit strange to me but our body's have a way of letting us know so that we can take care of things. The time with your kids must have been fantastic and oh my goodness, that wedding dress is beyond beautiful!!! Fabulous photos. Totally dreamlike. She's going to be a gorgeous bride walking down the aisle.

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  15. Hootin AnniDecember 15, 2014 at 3:55 PM

    First of all the gown I'm sure is absolutely stunning. And there is always the most beautiful of brides wearing it on their special day.

    But most importantly...I, with high blood pressure and pill taking...must tell you that it's always a concern. After the fun and stress of things, hopefully it'll calm down and you'll be ready for the wedding!!! Take care of yourself Gail!

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  16. eileeninmdDecember 15, 2014 at 4:13 PM

    What a great time, spent with your daughter. The dress is beautiful, I am sure you were happy to be there for the dress shopping.. Now, I hope you take good care of your BP.. Have a happy week ahead!

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  17. KerryDecember 15, 2014 at 4:31 PM

    Oh, JUST as I was thinking about stopping my bp meds. Glad you checked yourself and are bringing it down.
    Hey that gown is fabulous! How fun. She is going to be a gorgeous bride!

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  18. barbara l. haleDecember 15, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    Gorgeous dress! No apologies needed for me. There some things that just take priority. Take care of yourself!

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  19. ShugDecember 15, 2014 at 5:53 PM

    I've been waiting on this post!!! LOVELY....lovely!! Exciting days are ahead and I look so forward to your photos on every detail of this special time. Hoping you keep that BP under control.. too much excitement!! Prayers for you my sweet friend.

    hugs.

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  20. AnonymousDecember 15, 2014 at 6:46 PM

    The dress looks gorgeous.
    Take care of yourself.

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  21. Ruth HiebertDecember 15, 2014 at 7:54 PM

    You make sure that you are well taken care of.The snippets of the dress are gorgeous.

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  22. Terra December 15, 2014 at 10:42 PM

    The glimpse of her wedding dress shows it is worthy of a princess, all those delicate touches. And now I have a new word, vacajun.

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  23. diane bDecember 16, 2014 at 2:31 AM

    I'm sutra you will cry again when you see her in that dress coming down the aisle. Keeep that BP under control now.

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  24. you-wee becauseDecember 16, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    Great story and great photographs to capture such an emotional moment in the life of your daughter and in the life of you and your whole family, Gail!

    A Merry Christmas and an interesting and peaceful New Year to you and your loved ones!

    Regards from Germany, Uwe.

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  25. nookwormDecember 16, 2014 at 10:03 AM

    The princess in her dress will be BEAUTIFUL - from what I can see. Stay cool and calm and most of all, well. You have a future wedding to attend!

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  26. EG CameraGirlDecember 16, 2014 at 10:48 AM

    The dress - the bits we can see - looks stunning! How exciting!


    Hope your BP is now under control!

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  27. Kim StevensDecember 16, 2014 at 1:29 PM

    If this dress was a contender and you didn't go with this one, I can't imagine how beautiful the one she chose is - these are gorgeous images!

    Now, you need to take care of yourself so you will be around for that wedding, listen to all your friends here! :)

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  28. Anita JohnsonDecember 16, 2014 at 2:04 PM

    So pretty! I will never forget when my daughter in laws sent pictures to ME of their wedding dresses. So nice to get that glimpse of the dresses and how special I felt. Hope you are feeling well...take care!

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  29. HilaryDecember 16, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    That looks like a lovely dress. I can only imagine how you feel about seeing your girl in it. Vacajun is a great word. I guess yours was a Staycajun then. ;)

    Look after yourself, Gail!

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  30. Evelyn S.December 16, 2014 at 5:17 PM

    I stayed with you on FB, so knew about the fabulous "staycajun." Such wonderful memories!

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  31. Joke (Joke's Camera)December 17, 2014 at 1:52 AM

    Looking at the details the dress must be really gorgeous, Gail. An exciting period! Take good care of yourself. Maybe a little bit rest helps. Greetings from the Netherlands, Joke

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  32. WillowDecember 17, 2014 at 10:20 AM

    How absolutely gorgeous .
    Glad you had such fun , but now get some rest .
    Sending well wishes and caring thoughts .
    Willow

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  33. Wally JonesDecember 17, 2014 at 12:05 PM

    Sit back and relax. The world will wait for you to take a breather!

    Mighty beautiful bride-to-be.

    I know y'all are proud.

    Merry Christmas.

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  34. GlennisDecember 18, 2014 at 2:03 AM

    The wedding dress will be so lovely from what we can see, lucky girl.

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  35. orchid0324December 18, 2014 at 3:17 AM

    Dearest Gail; I was SO enchanted to see the wedding dress when I stopped by♡♡♡ What a special time with your daughter and that must have excited you naturally.
    Please Take Care and have a wonderful Holiday Season with your family! And SO SORRY for my recent absence, my friend.

    Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*

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  36. Mitzi December 18, 2014 at 11:14 AM

    what a stunning gown...and you have captured it so beautifully! Her ring looks gorgeous as well.

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  37. Sallie (FullTime-Life)December 18, 2014 at 2:27 PM

    Wanted to wish you a wonderful Christmas and thank you for the gifts you give your readers every time you post your beautiful pictures!

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  38. UnknownDecember 21, 2014 at 11:17 AM

    Gorgeous! The dress looks amazing in the snippets.

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  39. A Colorful WorldDecember 22, 2014 at 9:06 AM

    Oh, how I remember the wedding gown search with my daughter. I know the feeling when you KNOW it's THE ONE! :-) Looks like you have a beautiful wedding ahead...keep that blood pressure down. There's more excitement to come! :-)

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  40. BarbaraDecember 22, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    I hope your blood pressure is back under control! You've got a lot of exciting things ahead of you! What a beautiful dress, from what I can see. Best wishes for them!

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  41. SuzanDecember 31, 2014 at 3:30 PM

    Your daughter is beautiful!!
    sounds like you need to get out and paddle -- that'll get your BP down!!!
    Since the water is cold now--- not many gators should be out!!!
    The dress is lovely!!!

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