10.11.2008: Jason & Kerry's Wedding

Where to even begin....

Since Kerry has been planning this day since she was 4 years old, you know it was going to be a beautiful event. From her coming in on a horse drawn carriage, to the rose petals on the ground, her beautiful dress, witty officiant, gorgeous location, etc.... The only thing that wasn't perfect was the weather...it was a tad chilly!!! Although it was still a very pretty night out!!!

Anyways, here are just some of the pics from the night. It was hard choosing with so many opportunities for a picture-perfect moment! There are many, many more pics on the link of Jason & Kerrys Wedding

10.11.2008: Jason & Boys Getting Ready

While the boys were getting dressed & ready for the wedding, I snuck (not really) into their casita to take some pics...and make sure they stayed outta trouble! I was hoping to be able to make them do some silly kinda poses, but they were running late getting ready so we didn't really have time to do that. The groom most certainly cannot be late for his wedding!! So, I just snapped away while they got dressed...sounds a little inappropriate, but they were all "covered" while I was there!! Except poor little Riley who was "free"!! :) I love his little pose...looks like a Greek god!! Heehee!! :) CUTIE!!

10.11.2008: Recoup Time in Temecula

Saturday during the day, we kinda just relaxed around the resort. Some of us were a little hung over from the night before...more just tired since we only got a few hours of sleep. We all went to breakfast at a little Mexican place, then headed back to the casitas for naps and down time. Vince, Alisa, and I went shopping to do what else but buy more alcohol (since we cleaned out our supply the night before). When we got back, we took a little walk thru the vineyards on the property, as well as checked out the pool area. GORGEOUS! Picked some grapes for the kiddos to eat...little do they know what would have become of those grapes had they not eaten them...VINO!

South Coast Winery is a gorgeous resort smacked dab in the middle of Temecula wine country. Growing up in Riverside I had no idea how beautiful it was out there. The only few times we ventured to Temecula was for high school sports. Although in high school, wine tasting was never really an option for us. However, had I have known, I would have been visiting back home much more often once I had left!!

10.10.2008: Rehearsal Dinner at Longshadow Winery

On Friday evening, Jason and Kerry had their rehearsal dinner at Longshadow Winery in Temecula, and were kind enough to invite all of us! The winery is one of Vince & I's favorites...as much for the ambiance as for the actual wine. We went wine tasting there for Mom's 50th b-day back in March and had a blast! Anyways, the food was amazing and the drinks (WINE!) were flowing! Thank goodness we were in a tent because it was freezing outside! We loved it though...it was a nice escape from this AZ heat.


So, at the rehearsal dinner, the bride & groom gave speeches (Kerry gave a wonderful speech in Spanish to Jason's grandma!), handed out their bridal party gifts, and officially marked the beginning of the wedding about to happen. The rest of the evening was spent drinking, dancing...mostly by Andrew!...checking out the horses on the property, and just mingling with each side of the family. As Durbins, we know all the Sparks, as they have been our family for 25+ years now. But this was the first opportunity most of us had to meet Kerry's side. They were all extremely nice and very grateful to be out in CA for the event! Vince and I hit it off with some other AZ folks that are somehow related to Kerry...I don't really remember!! I think we all had a great evening and got to meet lots of new friends!!

So, after the rehearsal dinner ended, most of the Spark group ended up back at Mom & Dad's casita for more drinks. Somehow that turned in to a full-fledged party with WAYYYY too much alcohol and lasting well into the next day. I don't quite remember what time it ended, but I do remember security coming to tell us to quite it down. And I vaguely (clearly) remember Mom yelling at Vince every time her (or anyone else's) glass ended up empty!! He, as always, became the official re-filler!! We went thru about 25 bottles of wine, and more kept coming thru the door. Special thanks to Scottie who ended up on a beer run while out driving around trying to get Riley to fall asleep! OOOPS! :) It was truly a blast and we were sooooo happy to be able to share that last night of bachelorhood w/ Jason & family! I hope it was as (pleasantly) memorable for him!!! Wish you were there too, Kerry!! :)

Be sure to look at the Wedding Pics link on the side, as there are TONS more rehearsal pics on there too!!!

10.10.2008: San Diego Pre-Wedding Outing

On Friday, the day before Jason & Kerry's wedding, the boys played golf at Torrey Pines in La Jolla. Since Kent & Vince were playing, Tammy, the girls, and I decided to hang out and cruise around La Jolla and PB for the day. We went to La Jolla cove to see the seals, and then walked up & down Garnet to check out all the little shops. It was gorgeous weather!!! We met the guys at the course for lunch when they were done, then headed to Temecula for the rehearsal dinner!

10.04.2008: Drake's Flag Football

So, I think I mentioned that we decided to sign Drake up for flag football this year...seeing as how his body seems to be made for it! He is the same size as many of the 8 year olds out there...and he is only 6. Not to mention super fast too! So, Vince and I have been practicing with him in the evenings and weekends when we have him. He has caught on really really well. He can throw a perfect spiral, he can catch most of the balls thrown to him, and he can run! Still needs to practice the tucking of the ball though! Oh, and Vince Jr is going to teach him some end zone celebration dances.....that will be interesting!!

He had his first game on Sat, and did really well! He also scored his first touchdown. The team as a whole did amazing...considering how they just looked in practice on Thurs night!! I don't think they won though...oh well...more about the fun at this age anyways!! Here are some pics from both practicing at the park, and his first game. It is a lot of fun for us...and reminds me of Brent & Kenny's football days! This will be fun to watch Drake grow into the sport!!