This is it....Leese's Official Long-Winded Goodbye!

Well ladies, I'm signing off to begin the final preparations to get married this Saturday.

When I first joined this site in November of 2004, I never would have imagined that it would become a diary of my 'engaged' year. I never would have imagined the friendships I would have made or the ideas that I would have received. This 'place' has given me strength and happy memories and some friendships that I hope continue.

Getting married was something I didn't really dream about until six months into my relationship with Frank. Then, my cousin got married, my friends started getting engaged and life has become a walking wedding factory. I knew I wanted my wedding to be special and I am thankful that my wonderful FH has stood beside me as I created this great big production.

I want to thank a few people and first it is my best friend in the world, Trish (sfp0214). She is like a sister to me and I thank god I have her in my life. Trish, your toast is going to be amazing, because it will be from the heart. And all that I care about is that you look at me and tell me how you feel. I know you'll be inspirational!

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