Lisa could not believe her wedding day had arrived. She’d spent so many long years wondering if she’d ever be the bride and not the wedding planner—and today was that day.
“Sweetie,” her mother said, opening her bedroom door. “Oh, good, you’re awake. It’s time to start getting ready. Ash will be here in an hour with the dress. Riley’s just texted to say she’s on her way, and Shannon said she’d be here by nine.”
“I’m up.” Lisa smiled at her mother. She showered and heard voices down the hall in her kitchen. Dressed in her undergarments and a fluffy white robe she’d bought just for this day, she padded down the hall to find Riley and Shannon sipping coffee with her mother.
“There she is,” Shannon said, jumping to her feet. “Our bride.” She hugged Lisa, who embraced her back.
“Thank you s
