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Here I am in Baltimore. No, not Cleveland; Baltimore. The only thing better than being with Jeff, is being with Jeff on a semi-vacation. You see, Jeff's brother is getting married tomorrow right here in Baltimore.

When I arrived today, Jeff was golfing and I was signed up to get my nails done with the bridal party. I was happy to be involved and spending time with the bride, however, I would have loved to see Jeff first! The wait didn't seem as long as it actually was. I guess getting manicure while you are lounged in a massage chair makes time pass a little faster than normal.

We went through the whole pre-wedding rehearsal all evening. The church scene, the dinner, the party, all of it. I cannot say that I have been to many weddings that I haven't been an integral part of. Whether it was being the bride myself, or being a bridesmaid. Although Jeff is a groomsmen, I was able to sit back, observe, and take it all in. I enjoyed being on the outside looking in.

I am pretty easy going and I stayed fairly calm through the whole pre-wedding ordeal of my own. The only small faltering I had was when the lady who waxed my eyebrows actually plucked my skin. I was a little upset as I walked out of the salon with blood dripping off my face. Not always the best circumstance the day before you wedding.

My future sister-in-law has the same calmness about her. While it would make for a much better story, she has done nothing like those bridezillas you see on TV. However, I think there is clearly an underlying stress. A stress that comes with any big event, especially a wedding. I'd love to tell you all about it, but I'd rather spend time with my long lost husband!