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Well, J, the weekend is finally here. It seems like just yesterday that we were carefully planting seeds in our boyfriends minds on when they should propose. We wanted to tell them when, where, how and of course with what…but as it turned out, they both exceeded our expectations and didn’t need our help at all. Although I do remember the laughs we had over your craziness, Detective Silverman - you needed to know every details before it unfolded. I distinctly recall the way you would secretly search for ANY proof that an engagement was approaching. You’d check Greg’s phone for the inbound or outbound calls to or from the Jeweler. You’d constantly wonder whether or not Greg had the “big talk” with you father yet? I can just hear you now, “It can’t be next weekend because it’s the high holidays. The weekend before the Ricky is in school. I’m so confused. I wonder if he has the ring? Stacy, I’m looking for it now…I don’t see it…I can’t believe he doesn’t have it yet!! If he told Michele, I would definitely know and she hasn’t said a thing. If Michele doesn’t know, certainly my mom does. Okay, I just asked my mom and she swears that she doesn’t know anything. OMG, I think it’s happening. I better get a mani ASAP.”

 As it turns out, both Jason and Greg knew when we’d all be engaged and we were able to celebrate just a week a part. 

We spent this entire year on the phone together; sometimes conversing even five times in one day - and I’ve loved every moment of it because when it comes to planning a wedding, an engaged couple bares. And I’ve seen it all. Let me share with everyone what I witnessed first hand:

1. I witnessed a girl who pretends that she isn’t into this “cheesy” stuff, spend about 10 hours a week on wedding sites and blogs to make sure the weekend is perfect - and it is.

2. I witnessed begging and pleading over Crest White Strips. Pearly white, by the way.

3. I witnessed A year-long honeymoon debate.

4. I witnessed just how happy my friend Jamie is. Greg is the very first man Jamie has opened herself up to fully and we can all understand why.

5. I witnessed a groom-to-be step aside and let Jamie take the wheel. Greg was always patient and understanding. He knew just when to step aside (flowers, food, etc) , exactly when to step in (running errands this whole week) and always how to make Jamie smile (incredible shower gifts!).

6. I witnessed the two step on each other’s feet while practicing the box step for tomorrow night. The jury is still out on that decision.

7. I witnessed my very particular friend constantly considering the way her easy-going finace would feel about decisions that she was making, even knowing that he would suport any that she made.

8. I witnessed a team split up the errands, share in the stress and work together to overcome the obstacles that come with any event this special. 

9. And I witnessed just how special it is to have a big family to share these simchas with. The Silvermans have something special that I know will continue into the Goodman household.

Greg, I could not be happier that you two found each other. I love you so much and know that you are the perfect partner for Jamie.  Always recognize that you are marrying one of the most generous, funny, beautiful and most thoughtful people ever. You are so lucky that you get to hang out with her every day! So jealous!

Jamie, we began as roommates, turned into friends, then you became my “go-to,” and now I call you my best. You are everything that anyone could ask for in a friend and I know you will be the same as a wife. I love you and hope you soak up every second of this weekend and your life with Greg. You deserve it all.

After this weekend, Jamie and I will both just be two wives with no more parties to plan! I’m bummed. I’ve been asking Jamie, “now what? Will we still talk?  What will we talk about?”

The answers is always the same, “babies!”

So, will everyone please raise your glass to Jamie and Greg. May you always be as happy as you are today, surrounded by your family, friends and lots and lots of babies.